A number of West African musicians have attracted international attention in recent years, contributing to the growth of the continent's music scene. The post Burna Boy, Davido and Wizkid rated as most popular musicians in West Africa; no Ghanaian artist listed first appeared on 3News.
The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, concluded her visit to Ghana on Monday, 18th March, 2024, following two days of productive engagements. Dr. Ernest Addison, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, bid farewell to the IMF MD, alongside the First and Second Deputy Governors of the bank and the IMF […] The post IMF MD departs
Water remains a vital global resource imperative for human existence, residential use, industrial activities, and economic development in several sectors including agriculture, energy, and health. Water demand has increased in many parts of the globe, and along with it, is the threat to human security. As at November 2023, 1,630 cases of water conflict had […] The post World Water Day:
The just-ended Africa Cup of Nations lived up to the hype for many stakeholders, including Ghana’s Juliet Bawuah. The well-respected Juliet was recruited by the continental governing body, Confederation of African Football (CAF), to perform Venue Editor duties. And, just as she has done in previous engagements, this, too, she rose to the occasion – […] The post Juliet
Joseph Osei-Owusu, the First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, has indicated that the House may need to confront the Finance Ministry if it does not provide clarity on its indebtedness to the District Assembly Common Fund by the conclusion of June 2024. This concern has been prompted by revelations made by Benjamin Kpodo, the Member of […] The post Parliament
By Jayati GHOSH While the technical details of international agreements may seem arcane or even trivial, they often commit governments to policies that have major economic consequences. This is especially true for low- and middle-income countries, which have long been on the receiving end of unfair treaties. International tax agreements are a case in point. […] The post For
The African Guarantee Fund (AGF) and United Bank for Africa (UBA), on Monday, signed a partnership that ensures that UBA provides US$100million in new loans to small and medium enterprises (SME) and businessowners across the 20 African countries where the bank has presence in Africa. The AGF, under this agreement, will support and guarantee SMEs with US$50million Portfolio […] The post
By Cina Lawson and Rory Stewart For decades, the international community has grappled with the challenge of ending extreme poverty, which is the leading Sustainable Development Goal for 2030. Despite some progress, we remain far off track, with an estimated 700 million people still struggling to survive on less than $2.15 per day. Unlike in […] The post A
The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has suspended its proposed $20 round-trip passenger fee following parliamentary scrutiny. Parliament, on Wednesday, March 13th summoned the Minister of Transport, Kwaku Ofori Asiamah, to address concerns regarding the fee’s legality. This action stemmed from objections raised by the Minority Caucus, who argued that the GACL lacked the authority […] The post GACL
For Deborah Julio, the challenges are many: from religious conflicts to border disputes to forced childhood marriage.
By Sandra Agyeiwaa OTOO The Executive Director of COMSEC Technology Solutions, Boaz Alon has stressed the critical need for addressing Ghana’s energy sector challenges, through backup power solutions. Speaking at during a press conference in Accra marking COMSEC Technology Solutions’ 10th anniversary, he stressed the role of reliable backup power in mitigating the impact of […] The post
By Prof. Samuel Lartey In the annals of human progress, each epoch witnesses the emergence of tools and technologies that redefine societal structures, from transportation and agriculture to administration and education. Today, Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of this evolutionary march, particularly in the domains of education, research, and development. While some view […] The post
The Chief Executive Officer of the Consumer Protection Agency, Kofi Kapito, says the government does not regard the safety and well-being of citizens, hence the several malfunctioning streetlights in Accra. This comes on the back of recent reports of multiple non-functioning streetlights dotted across major streets of the capital. Parts of the La Beach Road […] The post Kofi
Barbara Okai-Tettey, Senior Compliance Manager at Stanbic Bank Ghana has emphasized the need for collaboration between the financial service industry and regulators to enhance the evolving use of AI in transaction monitoring. She made this statement at ‘The Fintech & Banking Event’ hosted by fintech software company, ThetaRay, at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City, […] The post
Opportunity International Savings and Loans Limited (OISL) has launched its 20th anniversary celebration on the theme ‘20 Years of Transforming Lives’, in Kumasi. Licensed by the Bank of Ghana in June 2004, OISL operates in 10 out of the 16 regions in Ghana, providing innovative financial products and services to bring clients at the base […] The post OISL
The Akufo-Addo-Bawumia-led New Patriotic Party (NPP) government has announced the setting up of a FinTech Innovation Fund (FIF) to support FinTech start-ups in a move to drive the country’s Read More... The post Govt To Set Up FinTech Fund appeared first on DailyGuide
The Jospong Group of Companies (JCG) has entered into agreement with the Lagos State Government through the Ministry of Environment and Water Resources to build waste treatment plants in Lagos. The integrated waste treatment facility will help to transform the environmental situation of Africa’s most populous city. The landmark agreement was formalized with the signing […] The post
By Chen WENLING Western media has frequently adopted a pessimistic stance towards the Chinese economy. These narratives reveal the underlying pressure and apprehension certain Western countries experience in the realm of economic competition. By downplaying China’s economic prowess, their objective is to undermine China’s global standing and influence. Nevertheless, these portrayals often fail to acknowledge the […] The post
By J. N. Halm One of the most interesting aspects of living in a world that is virtually being run by technology is the new terms that pop up now and then. With each idea, concept, or practice comes a new name. With each new gadget comes a different terminology, a term that becomes a […] The post Showrooming vs. Webrooming: New trends in customer engagement
The ad-hoc committee tasked with probing the issues surrounding the locked-up funds of customers affected by the collapse of Gold Coast Fund Management Limited has postponed its public hearing to Wednesday, February 28, 2024. This adjustment is to make way for President Nana Akufo-Addo’s State of the Nation address in Parliament, scheduled for Tuesday, February […] The post Gold
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