Imagine you have a provision shop where you sell many products. Or you offer different services to your target market. Or you have tried a few side hustles and now have to choose where to put in more of your limited resources. Maybe you have an established business and must decide how the year’s business […] The post The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Matrix appeared

The recent acquisition of One Airport Square (OAS) by The Sentinel Commercial Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) is set to be a major catalyst for the growth of Ghana’s REIT market, according to industry experts. REITs pool investor capital to buy income-producing properties like apartments, offices or warehouses. This allows individuals to invest in real […] The post

A failed state is a country that has lost control of itself due to a number of factors, such as political instability, civil unrest and lack of governance. Originating in the nineteen nineties, the term was initially applied to characterise the situation in Somalia. The country descended into disorder following a coup that ousted its dictator Siad […] The post Characteristics

Data breaches, attacks on critical infrastructure or physical assets and increased ransomware attacks drive cyber concerns globally and in Africa for 2024. Business interruption remains #2 with 31%. ‘Natural catastrophes’ is the biggest riser compared to 2023 with 26% in #3 In Ghana, ‘Macroeconomic developments’ such as inflation remained the topmost business risk concern, followed […] The post

– All-new model delivers unrivalled luxury and sophistication Ford is once again setting new benchmarks in the highly competitive pick-up segment with the launch of the Ranger Platinum – the most luxurious and sophisticated Ranger ever. The Platinum joins the recently announced Tremor as the latest additions to the Ranger line-up. The Platinum series takes […] The post Motoring

Despite the global celebration of International Children Education Day in January, there remains a pressing need for continuous dialogue about prioritising education for young African children. In November 2023, a literacy assessment in Enugu, Eastern Nigeria, revealed that 50% of primary school pupils were unable to read, write or solve basic arithmetic. This predicament isn’t […] The post

Strategic Communication Africa Limited (Stratcomm Africa), initiators of the Ghana Garden and Flower Movement, is set to host a special February edition of the innovative Ghana Garden and Flower Show (GGFS). The event is scheduled to take place from 14th to 18th February 2024, at the GHUD Park, Accra Mall, from 9:00 am to 8:00 […] The post Stratcomm

– showing that you care could be your game changer There is a very emotional story of a family that went on holiday and lodged at a particular hotel. This was a family with kids and so naturally, on reaching home after they had checked out of the hotel the youngest of the kids suddenly […] The post Paying attention to and listening to the Voice

In a world where external validation often takes centre-stage, maintaining determination and perseverance in its absence becomes a formidable challenge. When the applause fades and cheers of the crowd are absent, one’s inner drive becomes the anchor that sustains progress. Receiving praise, having your emotions validated, being acknowledged for a job well done and feeling […] The post

Over the last 15 years of managing and dealing with financial institutions’ client relationships, I have observed that correspondent banking activities remain a grey area for many banking and other financial sector professionals. There is a knowledge and skill set gap in dealing with correspondent banks and why they are very important for conducting financial […] The post

Prologue Hello there. I am going to head right into pretending like Christmas didn’t end about a month or so ago. That being said, here we go: Chapter 1 There’s nothing like the Christmas cheer. Forget about your financial woes; forget about our religious divides… Another end is here; another year has come to rot; […] The post Attempted

The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) has strongly opposed Value Added Tax (VAT) on electricity and the imposition of an Emissions Levy. In a press statement, GUTA warned that the two taxes risk worsening the economic plight of Ghanaians and businesses alike, exacerbating the already high cost of doing business in the country. The […] The post GUTA

On Friday, January 26, the Vodafone Ghana Foundation launched its Healthfest programme in Ekyi Amanfrom, marking the beginning of a year-long commitment to community health during cervical cancer awareness month. The bi-monthly Healthfest, held in the Afram Plains District, offered a transformative experience for over 442 residents. The event provided free health screenings and invaluable […] The post

Vice President, Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia, has praised the life-saving impact of logistic delivery company Zipline, in enhancing healthcare accessibility across Ghana. In a stirring speech delivered at the launch of his visionary plans for Ghana, Dr. Bawumia recounted a personal tragedy that inspired his relentless pursuit of innovative solutions to save lives. Reflecting on the […] The post Bawumia

“The wise are spoken to in proverbs, not plain language.” – Ghanaian proverb One of the renowned philosophies of our fathers is “one person does not constitute a council”. This was aimed at preventing the decoupling of ideas and people, and more importantly to connect ourselves to each other because our interconnections are good and […] The post The

In a remarkable display of swift action, the management of Citi FM/Citi TV has unveiled three resettlement centres to aid those affected by the Akosombo Dam spillage. The controlled discharge of excess water from the Akosombo Dam, which commenced on September 15, 2023, led to extensive property damage, particularly in communities along the Upper and […] The post

Government has suspended the controversial 15 percent value-added tax (VAT) on residential electricity consumers, to allow for further engagement with organised labour. In a letter dated January 1, Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta directed the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCO) to implement the VAT, aiming to raise revenue for the […] The post Gov’t

In a significant move aimed at enhancing regional connectivity and boosting trade relations between Ghana and China, Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has announced that Ghana is exploring a strategic partnership with China to establish direct flights between Accra and Guangzhou. The direct flight route from Accra to Guangzhou is expected to streamline travel and trade […] The post Ofori-Atta

Experts are predicting a possible import inflationary effect on food commodities from Burkina Faso, Niger and Mali as a result of those countries’ withdrawal from the ECOWAS bloc. Global Credit Rating (GCR) – a subsidiary of Moody’s – has indicated that leaving ECOWAS will have a general inflationary impact in the domestic markets of all […] The post

Small and Medium Enterprises have contributed significantly to the overall GDP growth of Ghana. In fact, it is believed to be the engine of growth as far as private sector contribution is concerned. Statistics show that SME contributes about 70% of growth to Ghana’s GDP. Therefore, supporting and sustaining SMEs in business becomes a paramount […] The post MSME