Africa is a continent with extraordinary economic potential despite its continual underdevelopment. Notwithstanding its prodigious youthful population, diversified cultures and vast array of natural resources, Africa has encountered a multitude of obstacles in its endeavour to exploit its economic legacy. In recent times, there has been an increasing emphasis on harnessing the economic potential of […] The post
The Tema Port Expansion Project in Ghana epitomizes a strategic milestone in Africa’s maritime and economic landscape. This ambitious project, scheduled for completion by September 2025, is not just an infrastructural upgrade but a pivotal catalyst for economic transformation. The significance of this expansion is underscored by its scale and potential impact: it is set […] The post
Generative artificial intelligence stretches current copyright law in unforeseen and uncomfortable ways. The US Copyright Office recently issued guidance stating that the output of image-generating AI isn’t copyrightable unless human creativity went into the prompts that generated it. But that leaves many questions: How much creativity is needed, and is it the same kind of […] The post AI’s
– Talk about things to look out for when investing in a property and why Belmonte is a great investment choice Acquiring property is one of the most pivotal decisions most people will make in their lifetime, and it is no wonder therefore that people tend to spend a lot of time researching before making […] The post Property investment, an asset or liability appeared
“Good Banking is produced not by good laws, but by good bankers.” — Hartley Withers, prominent British financial journalist around the turn of the 19th century Dear Readers, last week started with my article on the need to pause and self-reflect before making new year resolutions. It is during our pause for self-reflection that we […] The post Risk
A person’s innate propensity to behave and react to circumstances is referred to as their temperament. The most potent factor influencing how people conduct in both public and private settings, approach tasks, engage with others, lead others, and handle obstacles is their temperament. Identifying and matching work to an employee’s temperament at work can improve […] The post
This is the full speech delivered by Former Attorney General and Minister for Justice Marietta Brew, on the Constitution Day Public Lecture hosted by the UPSA Law School in conjunction with One Ghana Movement. The event was hosted on the theme, ‘Reflections on our democracy: The Constitution, Elections and the Judiciary. I stand on all existing protocols […] The post
It is intriguing to follow the debate over the Ministry of Finance’s letter remind a professional institution like the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) of its obligations regarding an apparently non-controversial matter the VAT laws have been clear about. It is not accurate for government to cite only Act 870 of 2013 – and therefore for […] The post Revisiting
We are already two weeks into the new year, and you might not have had time to set big grandeur goals and develop the necessary action plans to back them. Don’t worry, you are not late. You can choose a few popular New Year’s resolutions and be fine. There are New Year’s resolutions that never […] The post Two critical resolutions
The concept of who a customer is has more to do with life than the common reference within a business context. Simply put a customer is someone with whom we exchange value. Therefore, in a business sense, we will exchange money for a product or service. A retail store will sell products to its customers […] The post Customer
A new year is a fresh chapter to rewrite the course of our lives. It gives us an orientation to correct mistakes, set new goals, create new habits and generally seek to phase-up our lives. Having entered a new year, this is a perfect time to reflect on our lives and set intentions for self-improvement. […] The post Personal improvement themes for the new year appeared
In civil proceedings before the court, there may be the need in some instances to preserve the status quo to allow the court the time and opportunity to determine the respective rights of the parties. Injunction is one of the mechanisms that help the court to achieve this purpose. In recent times, the issue of […] The post Legal
Ghana is on the brink of progress, and it’s time to embrace new ways of doing things. A 24-hour economy is not just a concept; it’s an opportunity to unlock Ghana’s full potential. It’s a commitment to expanding productivity and prosperity beyond daylight hours. Imagine a Ghana where businesses operate around the clock, creating more […] The post The vision
The role of local government systems is crucial in ensuring effective governance at community levels. These systems are mandated to ensure essential services such as access to sanitation, water supply, public health, education, and ensure local infrastructural developments reach residents within their jurisdiction. Local government also contributes to the overall development and well-being of communities. …
Good governance requires gender sensitivity in order to be equitable, sustainable and effective, and according to The United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), while some forms of discrimination against women and girls are diminishing, other aspects of gender inequality persist holding women back, depriving them of basic rights and opportunities- for which reason empowering …
Pakistan Expert Tilak Devashree highlighted that Pakistan, unable to handle internal insurgency, is blaming India for the ongoing Baloch atrocities to deflect from its inability to handle the situation. He pointed out that Pakistan has a history of not acknowledging its mistakes and tends to externalize them. “Pakistan is not able to handle its internal […] The post
… A blueprint for capacity building, research, awareness, and knowledge sharing Ghana’s maritime domain is a vital contributor to the nation’s economic fabric. As a key player in West Africa, Ghana’s ports, shipping lines, and maritime activities are not just commercial enterprises but also gateways to international trade and development. In the face of global […] The post
Ghana’s progress and leadership in the digitaliSation of payments has been hugely acclaimed across Africa. The visionary decision of setting up Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement System (GhIPSS) by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) in 2007 – and the introduction of mobile money services in Ghana by MTN in 2009 – were two key milestones […] The post Toward
Promoting inclusivity in all aspects of governance is very necessary to spur economic growth and reduce marginalisation. However, making this a reality despite many efforts by various CSOs, women-led organisations and advocates for PWDs in the country seems difficult. The trend, if not properly addressed, could lead to democratic deficit. Research has proven that different …
I am extremely impressed that despite its many problems, South Africa has found the time and the willingness to confront Israel and its allies over the Israeli herding of the populace of Gaza into areas where they are being bombed to extinction, or being starved of WATER and food; plus a deliberate destruction of essential …
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