A renowned food scientist, Dr. Mavis Owureku-Asare, has urged research and academic institutions to spearhead innovation in agrifood systems in Ghana. Speaking at the 6th edition of the KNUST Food Festival organized by the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology on February 16, 2024, Dr. Owureku-Asare delivered a keynote address titled: “Innovation in Traditional […] The post Tertiary
By Julie LeBLANC The United States is deeply committed to its role as a steadfast economic and commercial partner to African nations. This commitment was recently highlighted by Secretary of State Anthony Blinken’s visit to West Africa, including stops in Nigeria – both in Abuja and Lagos – as well as in Cabo Verde, Cote […] The post The United States deeply
In a proactive effort to bolster community involvement in counter-terrorism measures, the Ministry of National Security, through the “see something, say something” campaign, has engaged over thirty-six (36) basic schools across various districts in the Greater Accra Region. This initiative aims to raise awareness about the “See Something, Say Something (SSSS) campaign among students using […] The post National
An eight-member delegation from the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) led by Hollywood actor, Dr. Idris Elba and the SDF CEO, Denelle Dixon, paid a courtesy call on Dr. Ernest Addison, Governor of Bank of Ghana, on Thursday, 16th February 2024. The non-profit organization, whose objective is to use blockchain to unlock the world’s economic potential […] The post Idris
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has directed the committees on education, finance, culture, and tourism to explore factors leading to the seeming extinction of local languages in the country and provide appropriate recommendations for consideration. This follows concerns raised by Members of Parliament about the growing neglect of local languages, particularly in schools across […] The post Parliament
Sunyani East’s Member of Parliament, Kwasi Ameyaw-Cheremeh, has been nominated as the Presiding Speaker for Friday’s parliamentary proceedings. This development arose due to the absence of Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, and his two Deputies, Joseph Osei Owusu and Andrew Asiamah Amoako. In accordance with the new standing orders, the nomination of Kwasi Ameyaw-Cheremeh as […] The post Ameyaw-Cheremeh
The Minority in Parliament is demanding the vetting of five Ministers of State who have been reassigned by the President to other ministries. The caucus contends that before the reassignment of the ministers, the president announced that he had relieved them of their portfolios in government with immediate effect, hence warranting the need for the […] The post Re-assigned
By Abdallah Kassim TIJANI Data has become the secret weapon that has propelled the growth of the digital economy in the current digital era. Much like oil was formerly thought to be the lifeblood of countries, data is currently the most important component in driving global industry transformation and economic growth. The World Economic Forum […] The post Data is the
Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum The Education Minister, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, has launched the Communities of Excellence Programme (CEP). The novelty aims at fostering collaboration between all stakeholders to Read More... The post Minister Launches Education Booster appeared first on
A collaborative initiative by the Accra Financial Centre (AFC) and Clubhouse Ghana Limited has infused a fresh lease of life into the aging Queen Elizabeth II Educational Foundation, known to be the first nursery school to be established in the country. The two organisations on Tuesday, handed over refurbished school infrastructure and equipment worth USD12,000 […] The post AFC,
Andrew Egyapa Mercer, the Tourism Minister-designate, has expressed enthusiasm about his new role, highlighting the significant opportunities within the tourism sector. His nomination on February 14 was part of a broader cabinet reshuffle announced by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, marking changes in key ministerial positions since his assumption of office in 2017. In an […] The post There
Grundfos SafeWater and Global Water Center plan to hold the ceremonial launch of the first-of-its-kind CTVET curriculum for water management on February 29, 2024, at St. Paul’s Technical Institute in East Akim Municipal. In Ghana, Grundfos SafeWater, together with Global Water Center (GWC) and their partners, are helping to kill two birds — unemployment and […] The post Ghana’s
Jemima Mamaa Oware The Office of the Registrar of Companies (ORC) has announced processes to remove 8,531 companies limited by shares in default for more than two years from Read More... The post ORC To Strike Out 8,531 Companies appeared first on DailyGuide
Dr. Ernest Addison DR. ERNEST Addison, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, has commended GCB Bank for contributing positively to promoting financial intermediation as the second largest bank in Read More... The post BoG Governor Commends GCB Bank appeared first on DailyGuide
Access to financial services continues to play a pivotal role in driving economic growth in nations across the globe. In the wake of rapid post-COVID-19 structural transformations in economies worldwide, the issue of financial inclusion has taken centre stage in national policy discussions. Financial inclusion stands as a vital indicator for inclusive growth in any […] The post
The Deputy Minority Leader in Parliament, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has expressed scepticism regarding President Akufo-Addo’s recent ministerial reshuffle, deeming it belated and unlikely to yield significant results. In a major ministerial reshuffle announced on Wednesday, February 14, President Akufo-Addo relieved the Finance Minister, Ken Ofori Atta, of his duties. The reshuffle has also impacted […] The post Akufo-Addo’s
Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC donated Twenty-Five (25) laptops towards the University of Ghana, Vice Chancellor’s ‘One Student One Laptop (1S1L)’ initiative. The donation comes under the Bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project, ‘Power to Make a Difference’ (PMAD) and in demonstration of Republic Bank’s commitment towards one of its chosen United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, […] The post Republic
The Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, has announced plans by the government to distribute over 1.4 million tablets to students in senior high schools under the free SHS policy. The minister said the move is to help improve teaching and learning in the various public senior high schools across the country. Speaking at […] The post Every SHS student to get a tablet
The Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Council has summoned Nana Owiredu Agyarko, Ankobeahene of Begoro, which is the Benkum Division of the traditional area, for endorsing the flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama at Ahomahomaso, during his recent tour of the Eastern Region. This follows a petition by some Nananoms of the […] The post Begoro
The Minister of Education, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, has announced plans by the government to distribute over 1.4 million tablets to students of Wesley Girls Senior High School under the free SHS policy. The minister said the move is to help improve teaching and learning in the school. Speaking at the speech and prize-giving day […] The post Adutwum promises to
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