A ‘Training of Trainers’ exercise for FSRP National and Regional technical teams on data collection and reporting tools for the ‘ECOWAS Agricultural Trade and Markets’ SCORECARD (EATM-SCORECARD) is ongoing in Abuja, Nigeria. The objective of the EATM-S is to assess and track the performance of agricultural trade by member-countries within the ECOWAS sub-region. This regional […] The post
By Alexander Ayertey Odonkor According to the World Travel Market’s Global Travel Report from 2024 to 2033, the proportion of Chinese households with purchasing power to embark on international travel is set to “roughly double.” Attributed to rising incomes and more middle-class consumers, China’s growth is expected to add more than 60 million households to its existing population […] The post
The Linguistics Association of Ghana (LAG) has joined UNESCO and the global community in commemorating the 2024 International Mother Language Day. It is under the theme “Multilingual education – a pillar of learning and intergenerational knowledge.” This theme according to the Association serves as a poignant reminder of the indispensable role of multilingualism in shaping […] The post Linguistics
The National Association of Institutional Suppliers has scheduled March 4, 2024, to picket at the Ministry of Education. This decision stems from the persistent neglect demonstrated by the ministry in awarding them contracts and settling outstanding debts owed to its members, which collectively exceed GH¢100 million. The association laments the government’s failure to honour payments […] The post Institutional
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By Raghuram G. Rajan & Viral V. Acharya Almost a year after the mini banking crisis in the United States, it is worth revisiting the episode. Was it just a tempest in a tea-cup? Was there really a systemic threat, or was it just a problem with a few banks? Should the interventions by the […] The post The danger of forgetting the 2023 banking crisis appeared
The Office of the President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, has stated that the country will hold national and provincial elections on May 29, 2024. Ramaphosa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC) party is expected to face a tough challenge to retain its parliamentary majority in the country’s seventh democratic election since the end of the […] The post South Africa
The Teachers and Educational Workers Union (TEWU) has vehemently urged the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to promptly release all frozen salaries owed to its members. The Association alleged that the OSP has withheld the salaries of more than 400 teachers during its investigation of ghost names on the government’s payroll. Speaking to Citi […] The post TEWU
Education think tank, Africa Education Watch has begun manifesto consultations with various political parties to incorporate policies targeted at investing in basic education into their manifestos. According to EduWatch, the neglect of investment in basic education infrastructure has necessitated the need for political parties to ensure their manifestos align with the broad vision of the […] The post EduWatch
The value of loans granted by financial institutions fell by 54.9 % in the last quarter of 2023. The total amount of secured loans registered by banks and Specialized Deposit-Taking Institutions (SDIs) stood at almost GH¢5.9 billion compared to the GH¢13.2 billion in the same period of 2022. This huge decline of GH¢7 billion in […] The post Total value of secured loans
Esenam Ahiadorme The African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA) and the African Parliamentary Press Network (APPN) has organised a gender equality training for the parliamentary press corps. The event Read More... The post Journalists Undergo Gender Equality
Dr. Ernest Addison (M) with the delegation An eight-member delegation from the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF), last Thursday paid a courtesy call on the Governor of the Bank of Read More... The post BoG, SDF Hold Talks On Creative Industry Financing
The Ministry of Roads and Highways has disclosed that the GH¢150 million allotted toward engaging and paying road contractors to patch potholes across the country is just one of many projects aimed at improving the country’s road network. The ministry’s head of public relations, Nasir Ahmad Yartey, explained that “the whole idea is to move […] The post GH¢150m
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, has participated in the 44th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council of the African Union (AU), which was held under the theme ‘‘Educate an African Fit for the 21st Century: Building Resilient Education Systems for Increased access to Inclusive, Lifelong, Quality and Relevant Learning […] The post
…Group CEO Jeremy Awori presents Ecobank Best Goalkeeper Trophy As the 34th edition of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023 drew to a thrilling close on Sunday, Ecobank, the leading pan-African banking group, celebrates the remarkable achievements and spirit of unity witnessed throughout the tournament. Jeremy Awori, Chief Executive Officer, Ecobank […] The post Ecobank
By Olutayo IRANTIOLA and Akeem AKINNIYI Since the unexpected emergence of COVID-19 which shook Africa’s health systems to its roots, governments, individuals, non-profit organizations as well corporate entities have continued to form partnerships to strengthen the continent’s health systems. These partnerships, regardless of size, are gradually bringing back the hope of stable African health systems […] The post
Sekyere Rural Bank Plc has over the past four decades held certain corporate values of achieving an excellent relationship with customers and giving the best to shareholders. These values have been at the forefront of the bank’s operations and forms part of the fundamental element on which the bank was established. Since its establishment, the […] The post
By Pearl Annoh I have heard my friend Professor Robert E. Hinson say times without number, there are two things we do from when we are born to when we die: “oral presentation and written presentations”. I agree with him and in today’s dynamic business landscape, the ability to articulate thoughts, convey messages, and foster […] The post OutStandingBrands24:
When it comes to fostering economic development and industrialisation in Africa, one cannot ignore the pivotal role of investment climate reforms. Historically, the investment climate in many African countries has been fraught with challenges, ranging from regulatory bottlenecks and political instability to inadequate infrastructure. The quest for attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) and stimulating domestic […] The post
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