By Buertey Francis BORYOR The Institute of Statistical Social and Economic Research (ISSER) of the University of Ghana has called for a review of the Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) allocation framework. The SDRs is an international reserve asset created by the IMF to supplement the official reserves of its member countries. ISSER proposed that allocations under SDRs, an international […] The post
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC) has expressed concerns about the recent increase in the number of the reconstituted Tema Oil Refinery Board. President Akufo-Addo, in a letter dated March 18 and under the hand of Nana Bediatuo Asante, Secretary to the president, announced the reconstitution of the board of the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) […] The post Increased
The military of the West African nation, which is plagued by kidnappings largely driven by demands for ransom payments, said 137 children had been freed in the country’s north.
The Bank of Ghana has reiterated its commitment to combating the circulation of counterfeit currency. The Central Bank emphasizes its progress toward achieving a zero-counterfeit regime. Counterfeiting and possession of counterfeit banknotes are punishable by law. During a press conference held during a tour of the currency processing centre as part of Ghana Heritage Month, […] The post BoG
As part of efforts to deal with internal threats within state institutions, Makers and Partners (MAP), an accountancy firm has organized a one-day capacity building workshop for 10 internal auditors of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The forensic investigation training being spearheaded by MAP aims at equipping the Internal Audit function with the requisite skills […] The post Makers
A member of Council of State, Mr. Sam Okudzeto, has charged African engineering practitioners to be bold and courageous in the discharge of their engineering duties. He said when he looked at the profiles and various groups within the various engineering fields and the specialisation involved, it looks like there is nothing that we can […] The post Be
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Ernest Addison, has underscored the need for banks to remain committed to their critical role of bridging trade financing in both the primary and secondary markets. According to the governor, this will help strengthen the country’s financial systems. Speaking at the Ghana International Bank cocktail event to […] The post BoG
Dr. Bawumia with executives of the Chamber and other government officials The Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry has embraced a number of policies Vice President and Flagbearer Read More... The post Chamber
Zoomlion Ghana Ltd., Africa’s giant in waste management, is leaving no stone unturned in providing total sanitation solutions to the 13th African Games being hosted in Accra, Ghana. The company has deployed about 15 brand new waste collection trucks to manage the solid waste generated from the four sporting venues. Speaking with the Director of […] The post Zoomlion cleans African Games centres
Stakeholders in the water sector have been urged to explore innovative and cutting-edge solutions as part of efforts to deliver improved and sustainable water services, especially in rural and peri urban areas in the country. This, according to the Country Director of Safe Water Network, Mr Charles Nimako, will require the urgent need to invest […] The post Safe Water Network, others invest
President Nana Akufo-Addo On Monday, March 25, 2024, the President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will unveil the ‘Ghana Smart Schools Project’, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing e-learning and Read More... The post President
Andy Ikechukwu Nnadi Popular Nollywood producer, Andy Ikechukwu Nnadi, popularly known as Andy Best, is reportedly dead. According Nigeria’s Dailymail, he passed away on Tuesday after battling with a prolonged Read More... The post Nollywood Producer Andy Best Passes On appeared
The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) has served notice to embark on a series of actions to demand the review of what they describe as the astronomical increment in the Verification Fee paid by nurses and midwives to the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana for verification of licenses. They say that from […] The post Ghana Registered Nurses and
…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
Mr. Simon Osei Mensah, the Ashanti Regional Minister, has stated that the stable Peace and Security in the region, which is a hallmark of the government, has improved tremendously because of the pragmatic and proactive approach by the Regional Security Council (REGSEC). According to him, the efforts being put in place by the Regional Security […] The post Peace, Security remain
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
Tarring and some repair works on access roads in the Sunyani Township and parts of the Municipality have begun.During a round visit, the Ghana News Agency (GNA) noticed that some potholes on access roads in the Township had been repaired, thereby facilitating the movements of vehicles, drivers and their economic activities. Hitherto, residents and commercial […] The post Access roads in Sunyani
The Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry has backed calls by the Vice President and flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for the private sector to get involved in social infrastructure development. The NPP flagbearer in his maiden policy address to the country in February 2024, revealed plans to incentivize […] The post Chamber
An eleven-member Ugandan delegation on Monday visited Ghana’s Education Ministry to understudy the nation’s educational reforms. The delegation, which would be in the country for five days, was led by Madam Kabahena Flavia Rwabuhoro, a Member of Parliament (MP) and Chairperson for Committee on Gender, Labour and Social Development, as the team comprised of eight […] The post Ugandan
Fidelity Bank, Ghana’s largest privately-owned bank has held its inaugural Stakeholder Workshop, as well as the Orange Summit, to address critical needs in sustainability and young entrepreneur development. These events are in line with the bank’s commitment to a brighter future for Ghana, through impactful initiatives on two key fronts – fostering sustainable development and […] The post Fidelity
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