The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed the First review of the $3 billion, 36-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) Arrangement, which the Board approved on May 17, 2023, as well as the 2023 Article IV Consultation with Ghana. Completing the first ECF review allows for the immediate disbursement of another US$600 million, bringing […] The post

…exploring the impact of dominant religions on economic landscape There is a conversation ongoing, that the influence of Religion extends far beyond the walls of churches, mosques, synagogues, and temples now reaching into the very fabric of the nation’s economy. Dominant Religious personalities, with their significant presence in various sectors, play a crucial role in […] The post

This is the full speech delivered by Former Attorney General and Minister for Justice Marietta Brew, on the Constitution Day Public Lecture hosted by the UPSA Law School in conjunction with One Ghana Movement. The event was hosted on the theme, ‘Reflections on our democracy: The Constitution, Elections and the Judiciary. I stand on all existing protocols […] The post

…leading with competence Do you care if your leader is extroverted or introvert? It is often said that, when ones absence does not mean anything, his presence has no meaning. In the corporate world, executive presence is a term you may hear a lot which describes the credibility that goes beyond the title, the power […] The post Discovery

The international advocacy organization, Global Citizen, and creative imprint pgLang have announced the capital of Rwanda- Kigali, and Ghana- Accra, as the host cities for Move Afrika, 2024. Move Afrika is a first-of-its-kind international music touring circuit across the African continent. The selection of Ghana is a move that seeks to drive economic investment in […] The post

In a world increasingly dominated by digital innovation and technological advancements, a seasoned chartered accountant has issued a stark warning to his peers in Accra: adapt to the digital age or risk obsolescence. During a recent seminar held in the heart of Ghana’s capital, Accra, a distinguished chartered accountant, whose career spans over two decades, […] The post

Individual and institutional moral and ethical attitudes are the causes of our socio-cultural and political-economic problems; The ethical and moral attitudes of individual parents, teachers, civil servants, judges, journalist, public servants, bankers, lawyers, accountants, engineers, professionals, academics, businessmen and businesswomen, contractors, entrepreneurs, preachers, leaders, clergy, employees, employees, husbands, wives, brethren, etc. are directly linked to […] The

A person’s innate propensity to behave and react to circumstances is referred to as their temperament. The most potent factor influencing how people conduct in both public and private settings, approach tasks, engage with others, lead others, and handle obstacles is their temperament. Identifying and matching work to an employee’s temperament at work can improve […] The post

Joseph must have been a man of few words.  In the nativity narrative, as recorded in Matthew and Luke, we do not, apparently, have any record of words spoken directly by Joseph; but his thoughts, behaviour and actions continue to speak volumes of knowledge and wisdom across generations. Breaking News One day, news broke out […] The post Joseph a noble personality:

Pastor Dr. Sam Adeyemi, CEO of Global Leadership Consulting and founder of Daystar Christian Centre-Nigeria, has urged African leaders to seek the good in others and prioritise African citizens in everything they do. He explained that when leaders begin to place value on the life of an African and places them first, they will implement […] The post Africa’s problem

Do you want to know one of the simplest ways to gain traffic and customers? It is claiming and optimising your Google My Business (GMB) listing. Recently, Google My Business underwent a major upgrade and is now called Google Business Profile. As a business owner, you know the importance of marketing and advertising to reach […] The post How businesses can optimise

This year’s Youth School was held in Accra, and was interactive and participatory. It was designed to generate tangible outcomes through resourcing the youth to demonstrate their skills and expertise in the creation of solutions targetted at solving specific industry-inspired problems. The welcome address was given by Prof. Samuel Amponsah, HOD-Distance Education, on behalf of […] The post

Chairman-Krif Ghana Limited, Rev. Kennedy Okoson, has reiterated that credit cost remains a critical impediment to the growth and expansion of small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) in the wholesale/retail and supply chain industry. To overcome the credit crunch challenge facing local businesses, he underscored the need for supplier credit – a financing solution that allows […] The post

The smooth flow of goods across the Lagos-Accra corridor, a crucial artery for trade between Nigeria and Ghana, is being hampered by multiple police checkpoints and demands for bribes by Customs officials. This situation impedes economic growth within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) sub-region, where travel for citizens has been visa-free for more […] The post

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) had acquired a total 432,358 ounces (oz) of gold from Ghana Chamber of Mines (GCM) members as of mid-December 2023, under the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme (DGPP) and voluntary forex sales initiative. This is equivalent to about 84 percent of the Bank’s planned purchases in 2023, and nearly 15 percent […] The post BoG acquires over 432,000 oz of

Without accelerated efforts and investments, the country will be unable to achieve health-related targets under the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, says the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). Government Statistician, Samuel Kobina Annim, made this observation at the 2022 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey (GDHS) release in Accra – where he stressed that […] The post

Top radio and TV sports presenter, Alex Kobina Stonne,popularly known in the media space as Kobby Stonne, is set to embark on a media tour in the United States of America (USA) and engage with stakeholders in the sports industry. This transformative trip is aimed at fostering professional collaborations and experiences with the vibrant sporting […] The post Top sports

Due to lack of financial support and technical know-how, small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are unable to meet large demands from the European Union (EU) market, according to the team leader at Compete Ghana Technical Assistance, Nicholas Gebara. “It is quite challenging when a client from the EU makes a big order; most SMEs are […] The post Lack

Samsung, a global leader in innovative technology, has unveilled its much-awaited Galaxy S24 mobile phone powered by artificial intelligence (AI) onto the domestic market. The state-of-the-art mobile device boasts 2 additional variations – namely Galaxy S24+ and Galaxy S24 Ultra, and is supported by a 7-year update of operating system (OS) upgrades. It also supports […] The post

Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Ernest Addison has reassured the public that the launch of the much-anticipated e-Cedi, the country’s digital currency, will take place before the end of 2026. The Governor acknowledged progress made in the f the e-Cedi’s development, but attributed the delay in its launch to economic dislocation caused by the events […] The post BoG