Telecel Group, an Africa-focused telecommunication company with expertise in combining telecommunication with Fintech, e-commerce and tech start-ups, successfully acquired 70 percent majority shares in Vodafone Ghana (Ghana Telecommunications Company Limited – GTCL) in February 2023 and is set to bring disruptive innovation into Ghana’s telecom industry with customer-centric products delivered with exceptional customer service. In […] The post
At the dawn of 2024, from January 1, five more countries became full members of the BRICS, a transnational association, which until then consisted of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, and thus became BRICS+ (BRICS Plus), totaling ten countries. Egypt which is located in northeast Africa and partly on the Sinai Peninsula, which […] The post BRICS+: an impressive enlargement
The National Lottery Authority (NLA), through Causes Foundation – an entity that spearheads NLA’s corporate social responsibility (CSR), has handed over a toilet facility to the Mpintsin community in the Sekondi-Takoradi municipality. The facility, according to the NLA, is to ensure good public health. According to Deputy General Director-NLA, Madam Horman Akaisi Miezah, Mpintsin is […] The post
The Bank of Ghana Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has announced a cut in the key policy rate from 30 percent to 29 percent, offering businesses a much-needed respite. This marks the first cut in two years. The previous policy rate of 30 percent had lasted a period of six months. Speaking at a press briefing […] The post Policy rate cut to 29% on back of retreating
Afrobeats sensation Omah Lay has reflected on his time in Ugandan prison, labelling it an “amazing time” Omah Lay, along with Tems, faced legal consequences for performing at a concert in Speke Resort, Kampala, violating COVID-19 social distancing regulations at the height of the pandemic. In the interview, Omah Lay shared that despite the initial […] The post Ugandan prison was amazing for me –Omah
The Development Bank Ghana has injected more than GH¢1billion into the private sector since its inception in June 2022, its Chief Executive Officer, Kwamina Duker, has revealed. This investment, he noted, has played a pivotal role in fortifying over 80 businesses, resulting in the creation of over 6,000 jobs. Thirty-eight percent of these jobs have […] The post DBG
Anthony J. Blinken, the U.S. Secretary of State, visited Cape Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria and Angola from Jan. 21-26 to strengthen the relationship between the United States and Africa. Blinken’s visit was also to accelerate the U.S.-Africa partnership since the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit held mid-December 2022 in Washington. The visit highlighted the collaborative efforts in […] The post
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced a roadmap to hire a new coach for Black Stars. It has thus named a five-member search committee to evaluate and recommend a candidate to the Executive Council for approval. This follows the sacking of Chris Hughton from the post on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, after Ghana’s poor […] The post GFA
The Minister of Energy, Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh, underscored the critical role played by the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company (BOST) in fostering economic stability over the past few years. Speaking at an event to commemorate the 30th anniversary of BOST in Accra, Dr. Opoku Prempeh highlighted the state-owned firm’s contributions to economic stability, […] The post
In 2020, Ibrahim decided to start working out at the gym. However, to build the necessary muscle mass for his body type, he must consistently use supplements. Classified as an ectomorph, his body is characterized by its lean and slender figure, with lower levels of body fat and muscle. Individuals with this body type often […] The post Bodybuilders
The World Bank has 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 macroeconomic stability and […] The post
Ghana’s chances of qualifying for the next round of the 2023 AFCON have been dealt a major blow after the Black Stars suffered another late meltdown to draw 2-2 with Mozambique. Ghana took a 2-0 lead through two converted penalty kicks by Jordan Ayew, but two goals in the 91st and 94th minutes, respectively, from […] The post Ghana’s AFCON dreams
Fidelity Bank, Ghana’s largest privately-owned bank, has emerged as a beacon of excellence with four of its key employees receiving noteworthy awards at the Ghana Association of Bankers Awards ceremony. Their dedication, talent and leadership shone brightly, underscoring Fidelity Bank’s commitment to leadership, innovation and customer protection, even amid recent industry turbulence. Among the luminaries […] The post
As the country grapples with a severe environmental crisis due to the hazardous consequences of secondhand clothing waste, a levy has been proposed to better manage the situation. Across every part of the country, once-vibrant landscapes and communities are now under siege as pollution from discarded garments takes a torturous toll on the nation. Fast […] The post Levy on secondhand
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
The government is urgently seeking to build on the momentum of its debt restructuring efforts, following the recent agreement with official creditors to restructure debts extended to the country up until December 2022. Having overcome this hurdle, Reuters reports that government officials will re-engage with its international bondholders from next week, seeking to continue discussions […] The post
In a bid to boost its production capacity, Ghana’s wholly Ghanaian-owned mining giant, Adamus Resources Limited, with financial support from its parent company, Nguvu Mining Limited, has launched over a dozen Liebherr brand of haulage trucks at the company’s site at Esiama in the Ellembelle District of the Western Region. The acquisition of the haulage […] The post Adamus
Freddie Blay Former National Chairman of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Freddie Blay, has said the Akufo-Addo government has put in more effort than any other government to Read More... The post Akufo-Addo On Top Of Corruption Fight – Blay appeared first
The University of Media Arts and Communication’s Directorate of Research, Innovation, and Development (DRID) is preparing to delve into contemporary public relations trends during the 2024 New Year Public Lecture. The lecture, which will be on the topic ‘Public Relations: Current Trends, Challenges, and 21st Century Opportunities,’ seeks to discuss new and effective ways of […] The post
…plead with Asantehene to intervene Members of the Combined Kumasi Central Market Traders Association have taken a swipe at government over the abandonment of Kumasi Central Market Redevelopment Project phase II a year ago. They describe as “lies” information given to them when the project stalled last year – that the project has gotten to […] The post Kumasi
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