Some Stakeholders have urged political party leaders to leverage the Youth Manifesto in drafting their manifestoes for the 2024 general elections. A staggering 60% of young people surveyed want the next government to focus on creating jobs, a dramatic shift from the 2020 Youth Manifesto where employment only ranked second. Education and access to loans […] The post 60%
A major lesson from the past few years is that technology will continue to drive the growth of almost every sector of the economy. Mobile technology in particular remains a cornerstone, with mobile penetration contributing to the sector’s vibrancy. The proliferation of smartphones has opened up new opportunities for innovation, fostering the growth of mobile […] The post
A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) on environmental protection has petitioned the speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, to annul the Environmental Protection (Mining in Forest Reserves) regulation – Legislative Instrument 2462 (L.I.). The L.I., they argued, allows institutionalised mining in forest reserves without restrictions, casting a dark shadow on the ecological integrity […] The post
The former president of Ghana and the flag bearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. John Dramani Mahama, recently announced his intention to run a 24-hour economy if elected president. This proposal has generated a lot of economic and political discourse on electronic and print media in Ghana and beyond on its realism and […] The post A 24-hour economy:
Director-General-Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), Prof. Amin Alhassan, has stressed the need for appropriately disseminating research findings of universities and researchers to help address national issues. “For a university that believes in knowledge for service, appropriate dissemination of the research findings should be a priority,” he said. This, he noted, will help policymakers and other stakeholders […] The post
Solidaridad has launched its flagship food security campaign, the Home Gardening Initiative aimed at empowering individuals and urban communities to take control of their nutritional needs. The initiative, which is Solidaridad’s response to the increasing food insecurity in Ghana and the growing concerns about nutrition in urban homes, is in partnership with Home Gardening Ghana, […] The post
In September 2023, Ghana’s government launched a US$550billion Energy Transition and Investment roadmap toward achieving net-zero carbon emissions. The plan has capacity to create an estimated 400,000 jobs by 2060, according to details of its plan – which was developed by government and SEforALL. The plan was launched by President Nana Akufo-Addo during a Global […] The post Energy
A Diaspora Engagement Policy has been unveilled at the Office of the President, Jubilee House, to enable Ghana build a mutually beneficial relationship with its diaspora populations around the world. Presenting the concept, President Akufo-Addo explained that the diaspora support is not only for remittances but also for the exchange of knowledge, skills and innovation […] The post Diaspora
The President/CEO of the Africa Continental Engineering & Construction Network, Mr. Daniel Kontie has said that African Built Environment must be placed in a position to transition from the current brown construction techniques to Green building technologies. “Like it or not, the reality is that, new trends are transforming the way the industry operates, from […] The post
Minister of Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has announced that six youth resource centers are prepared for commissioning, with the Koforidua Youth Resource Centre scheduled for commissioning later this month. During his address to Parliament, Minister Ussif mentioned that Ghana’s President, Nana Akufo-Addo, will preside over the commissioning of the Koforidua facility on December 28. […] The post President
Holders Manchester City will play Copenhagen in the last 16 of the Champions League, while Arsenal face Porto. Copenhagen, who finished above Manchester United in their group, reached the knockout stage for the first time since 2011. The first legs take place on 13-14 or 20-21 February and the second on 5-6 or 12-13 March. […] The post UCL last-16
Minister of Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has announced that six youth resource centers are prepared for commissioning, with the Koforidua Youth Resource Centre scheduled for commissioning later this month. During his address to Parliament, Minister Ussif mentioned that Ghana’s President, Nana Akufo-Addo, will preside over the commissioning of the Koforidua facility on December 28. […] The post President
A Diaspora Engagement Policy has been unveiled at the Office of the President, Jubilee House, to enable Ghana to build a mutually beneficial relationship with its diaspora populations around the world. Presenting the concept, President Akufo Addo explained that the diaspora support is not only for remittances but also for the exchange of knowledge, skills […] The post Ghana’s
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) has pledged substantial support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the coming year. The Deputy Chief Executive Officer in charge of Finance and Operations at the Ghana Export Promotion Authority, Samuel Dentu, indicated that the Association is committed to driving the continuous development of Made-in-Ghana products and services […] The post GEPA
Editor’s note: CGTN has documented the transformative journey of China’s path to modernization on its special webpage, “Chinese Modernization: World Opportunities.” This article offers a peek into this unique journey outlining the profound global impact and possibilities emanating from China’s vision of shared prosperity and progress. Abhishek G Bhaya is a senior journalist and international affairs […] The post
A very long time ago in Bethlehem, farmers had to till the land using their bare hands, hoes and cutlasses. Then came wheels, tractors and other machine aids that made life easier and production faster. Same could be said of the construction industry where excavators and loaders complemented processes and construction. Then computers emerged and […] The post Real
The Ghana Mineworkers’ Union (GMWU) of the TUC held its 12th Quadrennial Delegates Conference at Tarkwa in the Western region on December 13, as the mining sector continues to witness massive transformation in its labour market and labour relations landscape. This was amply demonstrated by GMWU General Secretary, Comrade Abdul-Moomin Gbana, when he delivered his […] The post
FBNBank claimed the top position among financial institutions in Ghana when it was adjudged 10th-best company in the Ghana Club 100 20th edition ranking. With this feat, FBNBank becomes Ghana’s highest placed bank in the coveted league of best corporate entities for 2023. FBNBank’s ranking as 10th-best is more remarkable when viewed against its previous […] The post FBNBank
King Misuzulu’s claim to the throne in a storied monarchy has been the subject of a bitter family feud. The drama has captivated a nation that is home to about 14 million Zulus.
The Australian-Ghanaian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AGCCI) has been officially launched, with a pledge to deepen trade ties between the two countries. Serving as a bilateral chamber and support organisation, the AGCCI said it is committed to creating a platform that facilitates and strengthens trade and investments by identifying both existing and potential opportunities […] The post
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