By Indermit GILL and Tea TRUMBIC In May 1988, Alejandra Arévalo became the first female geologist to enter an underground mine in Chile. In doing so, she defied a popular myth: that a woman brings bad luck by venturing into a mine. She also broke the law. At the time, Chilean women were forbidden to […] The post #IWD2024: When women win, the world wins appeared first
When it comes to Live Band Music, the Lipstick Queens need no introduction as they have become one of the best bands and certainly the best female-only Band in Ghana and they are known for their quality and versatility as they are able to play all genres of songs from rhythm & blues to afrofusion. […] The post Lipstick Queens to rock Blackberry Lounge tonight
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU As the world commemorates International Women’s Day on March 8, the rallying cry echoing from the United Nations resounds louder than ever: ‘Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress’. This year’s theme serves as a reminder that gender equality remains an elusive goal, and that collective action is imperative to propel the advancement […] The post IWD24
By Emma WENANI As we celebrate International Women’s Day, it’s essential to reflect on the progress made towards gender equity in the workplace and the ongoing challenges that women face in advancing their careers. One key strategy for empowering women and accelerating their career growth is through strategic investments in personal development. Investing in personal […] The post
According to a 2022 report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), women occupy 40 percent of jobs in the photovoltaic (PV) solar sector. In Ghana however, anecdotal evidence suggests the number of women working in the sector is significantly lower than the global average. Dutch & Co., the leading solar energy company, is committed […] The post
By Nana Abena GRANT From Ama Ata Aidoo’s ‘The Dilemma of a Ghost’ to Yaa Gyasi’s ‘Homecoming’, Ghana has produced many talented female authors whose works have made significant contributions to literature. These Ghanaian female authors have captivated readers with their unique voices and perspectives. Their pens deeply and wittingly write characters that resonate with […] The post
Yesterday, Ghanaians marked the 67th anniversary of their country’s independence from the British colonial masters. The Ghanaian Times congratulates Ghana on succeeding in wresting independence from the British. The commemoration of March 6, 1957 came with various events or activities at the national, regional, district and community levels. Some members of the public also celebrated … The post Ponder
By Buertey Francis BORYOR Ashesi University has secured victory in the third season of the local final of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute Research Challenge, adding to their previous wins in the competition’s first and second editions. The local final, held in Accra, featured five teams from four universities across the country, including the […] The post
Regent University College of Science and Technology has appointed Prof. Samuel Lartey as the Vice President of the institution. Before he was appointed Vice President, Samuel served as the Executive Head of Research, Business Intelligence, Market Conduct and Media at the Ghana Association of Banks. The Board of Trustees and Council of the university announced […] The post
By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi Anthony Oppong, Chairman of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) in the Ashanti Region, has reiterated calls for the government to abolish the COVID-19 levy. He argues that these taxes are burdening traders’ revenue, especially since the COVID-19 has been declared by the World Health Organisation as no longer a […] The post GUTA
John Mahama The claims by the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) that it is on a rescue mission to provide a better governance and economic stewardship to the ruling New Read More... The post Sham Rescue Mission appeared first on DailyGuide Network
Comsys (GH) Limited is an ICT Telecoms company in Ghana. Incorporated under the laws of Ghana with operations all over the nation. The company started operations very small in January 2000 although incorporated in 1998 by a group of friends who were then students at the time. From a small and humble beginning, the operations […] The post Get to know Comsys appeared first on
Wakanow, Africa’s leading travel technology company, announces support for International Women’s Day 2024 by adopting the iconic colour purple across its digital channels. In a bold statement of solidarity, Wakanow’s website banner and logo will turn purple from 12:00 AM on Friday, March 8th, aligning with the global celebration of women’s achievements and progress. According […] The post
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) in Ghana has welcomed 132 new inductees, deepening the pool of well-trained human resources and marking a significant milestone for the accounting profession in the region. A total of 132 inductees, made up of 86 male and 46 female professionals reflecting the growing diversity within the accounting community […] The post
A stakeholders engagement for the extension of maternity leave, introduce paternity leave and the removal of taxes on menstrual hygiene products was held in Accra yesterday. The engagement is geared towards the amendment of relevant provisions of the Labour Act, specifically sections 20 and 57(1) and the Customs (Amendment) (No.2) Bill, 2023. If successful, the … The post Extension
One issue that is causing debates and almost dividing the world is sexual orientation, which is about who is attracted to who and wants to have relationships with. Thus, we now have LGBTQ, which stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (or sometimes LGBTQ+ in which case the “plus” represents other sexual identities). Since … The post We need to pass the LGBTQ test appeared first on
In the dreams of the NDC, a party too obsessed with an equalisation agenda that it has dropped its thinking cap, a power outage occasioned by a technical hitch Read More... The post Dreaming Dumsor, Wishing Dumsor! appeared first on DailyGuide
I prefer we dig right into the pointers on the ends of the spectrum of job-seeking insights, highly relevant to a successful hunt, and leave the googleable stuff at the latter part of the article. Essentially, we start from the middle… THE IMPORTANCE OF SOFT SKILLS IN A TECH-DRIVEN MARKET While technical skills can […] The post Modern Skills and Strategies
By Edna OBIRI As we bask in the unexpected warmth of recent weeks, it’s crucial to recognize that our weather patterns are sending a powerful message about the state of our planet. The unseasonably warm conditions we are experiencing are no mere glitch in the meteorological system but a stark reminder that now, more than […] The post Unraveling
Many television stations in Ghana on Friday ushered in the month of March with the launch of Ghana Month programmes, through which Ghana’s cultural heritage would be put on a spectacular show. Garment, textiles and apparels of different colours and styles would be at the heart of the four-week programme to commemorate the month in … The post Sustain Savelugu garment factory
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