In nostalgic tribute to the beloved Ghanaian staples of cassava and groundnuts, bite sized pieces of delectable artisanal chocolate mixed with gari and handmade peanut butter, featured as canapés when chocolatiers Bioko Treats, hosted patrons to an evening of delightful chorals last Thursday. As the glorious voices of the choir raised melodies into the night […] The post Celebrating

By Abubakari Saddiq ADAMS  Ghana’s digitalization agenda has become a cornerstone of its national development strategy, promising to modernize key sectors, enhance governance, and stimulate economic growth. Through ambitious projects such as e-government platforms, mobile money services, and expanded broadband access, the country is positioning itself as a leader in Africa’s digital transformation. However, beneath […] The post

By J. N. Halm We are hardwired for freedom and so we always want to have control. It is in our DNA. From our very infancy, we have always wanted to have control of everything around us. Babies, not having any physical strength to use, would resort to tears, shouts and throwing of tantrums to […] The post “But you are free….”: getting customers to comply appeared

Research and innovation services hub and a web 3.0 company, Heritors Labs Limited, in collaboration with its strategic partners, Research and Innovation Systems for Africa (RISA) Fund, the Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation (MESTI), UK International Development, and the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has organised a three-day practical workshop on […] The post

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has donated a state-of-the-art psychological unit to the Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital, marking a significant advancement in mental healthcare accessibility for the region. This newly constructed facility represents a strategic investment in community mental health, designed to provide comprehensive psychological services to an estimated 20,000 residents […] The post

The Chartered Institute of Bankers, Ghana (CIB Ghana) has held its 16th Induction and Graduation Ceremony, where it celebrated the induction of 110 new chartered bankers, significantly expanding the institute’s professional community to a total of 1,127 chartered members over the past five years. Speaking at the event, held under the compelling theme – ‘Career […] The post

Renowned academic and thought leader, Professor Douglas Boateng has launched a new segment of his Nyansakasa (Words Of Wisdom) series on one of Ghana’s leading radio stations, YFM. The segment, which made its debut on Friday, 20th December 2024, promises to be a powerful platform for knowledge sharing and thought-provoking discussions on critical topics shaping […] The post Nyansakasa

As part of a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative for their Master’s program in Strategic Communication, a group of students from  the Department of Communication of the University of Ghana has successfully trained over 30 women in Teshie, Accra, in the preparation of liquid soap, shower gel and shampoos. The project, conducted under the course […] The post

The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has awarded nine self-employed individuals for their outstanding contributions to the Scheme. “As the Trust recognises your contributions to the Scheme towards your retirement journey, we also wish to encourage you and all self-employed contributors to continue contributing to the Scheme and enjoy the benefits”, the Director-General […] The post

In a celebration of excellence, Mr. Kofi Amoako Attah, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SIM Group of Companies Ltd. has been honored as the Most Outstanding Personality in Global Growth & Business Excellence at the 2024 Ghana Outstanding Personality Awards. The award, which was presented at a glittering ceremony held at the La Palm […] The post Kofi

The Chartered Institute of Bankers, Ghana (CIB Ghana) has proudly conferred the prestigious designation of Honorary Fellow upon Mr. Victor Yaw Asante, Managing Director/CEO of FirstBank Ghana and others, during the annual Governor’s Day event held at the Main Auditorium, UPSA, on Saturday, 21st December 2024. This esteemed recognition honours Mr. Asante’s exceptional leadership and […] The post

In a spectacular celebration of love, unity, and the birth of Jesus Christ, Premier Care Hospital (PCH) hosted its second annual Nine Lessons and Carols Night. The event, held at the hospital’s premises on Beach Drive Street, Tuba-Kokrobite Road in Greater Accra, was a magical night of music, featuring powerhouse performances from The Gramophone Ghana, […] The post

As the year draws to a close, we – at the B&FT – pause to reflect on the journey of 2024; a year filled with remarkable milestones, one where valuable partnerships were forged and others deepened. It has been a period of transformative growth for our beloved publication and the nation at large. Over the […] The post Editorial: A heartfelt

By Isaac FRIMPONG (Ph.D.) As Ghana explores innovative strategies to accelerate economic growth and address structural economic challenges, the concept of a 24-hour economy emerges as a transformative opportunity. By enabling continuous economic activity throughout the day and night, this system fosters longer operational hours, increased productivity, and expanded market access. A 24-hour economy unlocks […] The post

The West Africa Competitiveness Programme (WACOMP), implemented by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and funded by the European Union (EU), has achieved a significant milestone by supporting the Department of Food Science and Technology Laboratory at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in obtaining ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation for food testing. […] The post

A News Desk report Despite prevailing global headwinds, the domestic economy defied expectations, with key indicators surpassing consensus forecasts across multiple quarters. According to data from the Ghana Statistical Services (GSS), the country achieved an average real GDP (gross domestic product) growth rate of 6.3 percent  for the first three quarters of the year, significantly […] The post

By Kizito CUDJOE Despite the growth of Ghana’s oil industry, which has significantly contributed to the economy amid fluctuating production levels over the past four years, gold mining remains a cornerstone of the country’s fiscal stability and economic growth. In 2023, global output growth was robust at 3.2 percent, slightly lower than 2021’s 3.5 percent […] The post

By William Selassy ADJADOGO France in recent years has changed its approach with regards to its relationship with Africa. The new relations is rooted in cultural influence, loyalty and first and foremost, shared history and mutual respect. President Emmanuel Macron on assumption of power has tried to distance himself from established and widely criticized patterns […] The post The

StarLife Assurance, a leading provider of life insurance solutions, has partnered  Roverman Productions for the much-anticipated annual Festival of Plays. This partnership underscores StarLife’s commitment to supporting the arts and culture, as well as promoting the significance of life planning, security, and over-all well-being. Through this partnership, StarLife aims to promote its Ultimate Protection Plan […] The post

The Asutifi  Rural Bank Plc at Acherensua in the Asutifi South District of Ahafo Region has posted a remarkable growth in almost all financial indicators in the 2023 year under review. The Bank recorded profit before tax of approximately GH¢1million in the year under the review as against a little over GH¢288,000 in the previous […] The post Asutifi