By Joseph E. STIGLITZ Last year, US President Joe Biden’s administration infuriated lobbyists representing Big Tech firms and others that profit from our personal data by denouncing a proposal that would have gutted domestic data privacy, online civil rights and liberties, and competition safeguards. Now, Biden’s new executive order on Americans’ data security reveals that […] The post A

On the occasion of the one-year anniversary of BE Health, the flagship corporate social responsibility programme of Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra, the luxury 5-star hotel donated a total of GHS 105,000 to Breast Care International (BCI) Ghana to support the NGO’s endeavours in promoting breast cancer awareness. In 2023, Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast […] The post Kempinski

“A snake is like a rope but it is not used for tying up firewood.” – Akan proverb When we task our brains and talents, extracting our creativity and letting it dictate our pace of work and the flow of our relationships; more often than not, the greater reward we seek is recognition of our […] The post The Attitude Lounge by Kodwo Brumpon: Give

… with focus on development administration The Chartered Institute of Administrators and Management Consultants-Ghana has officially opened its doors to the 2024 Professional Year. The gathering, graced by distinguished members of the board, students, marked the beginning of a year dedicated to the theme “Development Administration: The Instrument for Achieving Sustainable Growth.” Addressing the audience, […] The post

…significance of technology in education Education has since time immemorial been present. Well, how did this even come about? In prehistoric times, education happened informally through oral communication. The ancient Egyptians, for instance, traveled to study plant and animal species. However, ancient civilization led to a gradual shift from informal to formal education. History was […] The post An

Uneven development progress is leaving the poorest behind, exacerbating inequality, and stoking political polarization on a global scale. The result is a dangerous gridlock that must be urgently tackled through collective action, according to a new report released by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The 2023/24 Human Development Report (HDR), titled “Breaking the Gridlock: […] The post

By Maureen E. BANSAH  A German engineering giant, Siemens AG, was rocked by a massive corruption scandal in 2006 that shocked the world. The corruption involved more than $1.4 billion in bribes to government officials worldwide to acquire market advantage. Investigations uncovered the extensive bribery network within the company’s worldwide operations, exposing a deeply ingrained […] The post

In this age of advancement and female emancipation, sexual harassment is still a problem in workplaces around the globe. This pernicious issue not only violates people’s rights and dignity but also calls into question the core values of respect and equality. With the growing momentum of the #MeToo movement, which exposed the pervasiveness of sexual […] The post

By Isaac BOADI (Prof) & Godwin MUSAH (Dr) The University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) is calling on banks, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies to join its Strategic Seminar Series focused on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (CFT). This collaborative effort is designed to empower stakeholders across the financial sector with the latest […] The post

Alumni UK, in partnership with the British Council and Konfidants Research, has launched a research initiative targeting the post-study engagements of Ghanaian graduates from UK Higher Education Institutions. The event, comprising a roundtable, networking, and cocktail session, convened over 100 UK-educated Ghanaians at the British Council in Accra on March 15, 2024. The gathering aimed […] The post

…Causes, Challenges & Recommendations By Desmond O. APPIAH  Last week, some countries across West and Central Africa, and some parts of Southern Africa suffered internet outages causing major disruption in internet services. The disruption, which began on Thursday, March 14th, 2024, is attributed to damage in multiple undersea cables that carry internet traffic. The exact […] The post Internet

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi Sinapi Aba Savings and Loans Ltd. has presented a cheque for GH?70,000 towards the ‘Heal Komfo Anokye Project. The donation took place when the company’s board of directors, management and some staff paid a courtesy call on the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at Manhyia Palace, Kumasi. The gesture is part […] The post Sinapi

…for relief donation and blood drive in Keta Municipal Area. In response to the devastating flooding caused by the Akosombo Dam spillage, KGL Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of the KGL Group, has joined forces with KEED and Fuel Automation Ghana Limited to provide crucial aid and medical assistance to communities within the Keta […] The post KGL

By Korsi DZOKOTO In the realm of economic management, Ghana stands as a stark example of the profound impacts of mismanagement and corruption on a nation’s fiscal health. The story of Ghana’s economic trajectory is one of promise overshadowed by poor governance, inflated project costs, and unchecked borrowing. As we delve into the intricate web […] The post Counting the cost

Head of Financial Advisory & Equity Capital Markets at Stanbic Bank, Isaac Simpson, has emphasized the need for collaboration between the right stakeholders in order to form the necessary policies to accelerate sustainable finance. He made this statement at the 2024 Africa Energy Technology Conference, held at the Labadi Beach Hotel. Speaking on the topic […] The post

Strategic Communication Africa Limited (Stratcomm Africa), Ghana’s premier total Communication Agency, celebrated International Women’s Day with a special edition of its Women Soaring Higher Achieving Real Excellence (S.H.A.R.E) initiative. The event, themed “S.H.A.R.E The Power: Invest In HER, Invest In US,” was held on Friday, March 8th, 2024, at the Stratcomm Africa office in Accra. […] The post

Japan Motors Trading Company Ltd. (JMTC) together with its sister company Lakeside Estate has donated two brand new powerful Yamaha FJR 1300AP Police Escort Motorcycles to the Ghana Police Service The donation valued at GH¢ 728,000 according to the 2 companies is to facilitate the movement of security personnel and the law enforcement agencies in […] The post Japan

By Clara ADADE Social trends are changing; environmental issues are constantly increasing; day-in-day out, the public expect some sort of accountability and good governance practice from the Companies whose operation create environmental and social challenges. This is what birthed ESG reporting. ESG in itself stands for Environmental, Social and Governance and represent pillars that are […] The post

By Queenly Joy SMITH The world today is developing at a rate faster than forecast, especially, on the wheels of technology. As the world economy would have it, technology has set the stage for disruptive innovation and practices fueling the enhancement of various sectors, while creating exceptional returns for stakeholders. Although one of the oldest […] The post Agricultural

  The Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA) has provided reassurance to shippers that they will not face additional fees and charges as a result of delays in clearing their goods caused by disruptions in internet services. These disruptions have been particularly problematic due to an ongoing internet blackout stemming from cuts to undersea fiber optic cables. […] The post