By Gordon ADOMDZA (Dr) The sub-Saharan African region is set to power the next phase of global population growth. According to Foresight Africa (2020), 8 out of 10 fastest-growing countries will be in the region by 2030. This situation will intensify the demand for meaningful work, with more qualified graduates competing for limited job opportunities. […] The post Entrepreneuring
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture and the Ghana Tourism Authority are hopeful that the Ministry of Finance will consider providing tax reliefs in the mid-year budget review for operators in the sector following a paper they presented on the issue. According to the two entities, poised to make tourism the number one GDP […] The post Domestic tourism:
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
Multiple award-winning Ghanaian rapper Michael Owusu Addo better known as Sarkodie has spoken out about the problems with the country’s music royalty system. He believes a well-organized system is key to ensuring artists get paid what they deserve. Sarkodie made this proclamation during the panel discussion at the 3i Africa Summit Partners and Stakeholders Mixer […] The post It’s
By E. N. Kwame NKRUMAH (Dr) & David ALEMZERO (Dr) While ostensibly rooted in environmental concerns, the recent introduction of a Vehicle and industrial Emission levy in Ghana has ignited a profound and nuanced debate within the socio-political landscape. Critics argue that the hurried implementation of the levy raises questions about the government’s commitment to […] The post
Renowned entrepreneur and Group Chief Executive Officer of WEL Group Holdings, Mr. Eric Eduam, is pushing for increased attention to be paid to Ghana’s built environment industry to put it at par with global trends and standards. Mr. Eduam observed that Ghana’s built environment space, which touches on all aspects of human lives, needs to […] The post Expert
The World Bank today, January 23, 2024 approved a $300 million Development Policy Operation for Ghana. The First Resilient Recovery Development Policy Financing is a critical contribution by the Bank’s International Development Association (IDA) to help Ghana’s economic recovery and support the country’s resilient and inclusive growth. “The Government of Ghana remains committed to restoring […] The post World
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
… 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
Some residents of Kotobabi in Accra are calling for a comprehensive police investigation into the killing of a young woman in the area last Saturday. According to them, the woman was waiting for public transport at a bus stop near the Kotobabi Police station when an unidentified man shot her in an attempt to apprehend […] The post Kotobabi residents
A woman at Pigfarm, a suburb of Accra lost her life on Saturday, December 16, when a stray bullet from the police hit her during an anti-robbery operation. The woman was pronounced dead when she was rushed to the hospital. Police in a statement said the woman was accidentally hit during the Saturday morning raid […] The post Stray bullet kills woman during
Introduction In accordance with Article 179 of the 1992 Constitution and section 21 of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921), the Minister for Finance presented the budget statement on behalf of the President on Wednesday, 15th November 2023. The 2024 budget is critical for the country as it tries to navigate the desire […] The post The 2024 budget and
Juliet Selassie, the Focal Person for the Ashaiman Assembly (ASHMA) has observed that the increment in HIV cases across the country is a result of the little attention the country paid to the virus, during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Though the two viruses are deadly, Madam Juliet said the country’s strong campaign against COVID-19 […] The post Covid silenced HIV/AIDS awareness campaign
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