Development Bank Ghana (DBG) has partnered with its Participating Financial Institutions (PFIs) to disburse GHS 623 million into the private sector. This capital injection has contributed to the creation of jobs, expansion of businesses, increased revenue, and generation of foreign exchange. DBG’s key highlights in 2023 are captured in a year-end wrapped video on its […] The post
It is intriguing to follow the debate over the Ministry of Finance’s letter remind a professional institution like the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) of its obligations regarding an apparently non-controversial matter the VAT laws have been clear about. It is not accurate for government to cite only Act 870 of 2013 – and therefore for […] The post Revisiting
The Ministry of Transport has asked the public to disregard the purported increase in transport fares by the Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana and the Ghana Private Road and Transport Union (GPRTU). In a statement issued on Wednesday, January 17, the Ministry said, “There has not been any negotiation with the transport operators for a […] The post Disregard
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
Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, the 2020 running mate of NDC flagbearer John Mahama, has criticized President Akufo-Addo for his remarks on the lack of development in Ekumfi, Central Region. In a statement on X, formerly known as Twitter, Professor Opoku-Agyemang accused the president of a consistent pattern of attributing his failures to those who did […] The post Naana
A cybersecurity expert who doubles as president of the Cyber Security Expert Association Ghana (CSEAG), Abubakar Isaaka, has called on the Cybersecurity Authority (CSA) to collectively work with accredited professionals within the sector to apprehend all individuals behind evolving job scams. He indicated that with a joint effort in conducting “a comprehensive reconnaissance”, they will […] The post
The National Executive Committee of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has rejected a petition by Trade and Industry Minister, KT Hammond, seeking to disqualify his opponents in the party’s Adansi Asokwa parliamentary primary. KT Hammond petitioned the National Executive Committee, alleging that his opponents – Samuel Dakwa Binfoh, Dr. Enoch Acheampong, and Kwabena Nkansah Asamoah […] The post NPP
The Ministry of Transport has asked the public to disregard the purported 30 percent increase in transport fares by the Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana from January 22. In a statement issued on Wednesday, January 17, it said, “There has not been any negotiation with the transport operators for a review of the transport fares. […] The post Disregard
Women-led businesses in the country interested in exporting under the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) will be given bank loans at a subsidiSed interest rate of 10 percent, Ashanti Regional Director, Ministry of Trade and Industry, Mamuda Osman, has said According to him, this is part of governments effort to support women in business […] The post AfCFTA:
The Member of Parliament for the Akim Abuakwa South constituency, Samuel Atta Akyea, has criticized individuals who blame Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for the country’s economic woes. He acknowledged that the economy is not in its best form, describing it as ‘unkind’ and ‘cruel’ for anyone to attribute economic issues in the Akufo-Addo government […] The post It’s
The Member of Parliament for Akim Abuakwa South, Samuel Atta Akyea, has urged the Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, to consider stepping down for both his own sake and the good of the government. The calls for Ofori-Atta’s resignation have been growing for months, fueled by the country’s ongoing economic challenges. The opposition National Democratic Congress […] The post Ghana
The Minister for Communications and Digitalisation (MoCD), Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has officially launched the National Communications Authority (NCA) Five-Year Strategic Plan (2024-2028) in Accra. The Authority’s Five-Year Strategic Plan’s development is in accordance with Section 3(b) of the NCA Act, 2008 (Act 769), and is aimed at setting clearly-defined goals and measurable steps for the Authority. […] The post
In light of the significant opportunities that Artificial Intelligence (AI) holds for fostering sustainable growth and development in Africa, government has taken steps to oversee and regulate the technology’s utilisation within the country. Currently, improved digital connectivity, growing data volumes, advanced algorithms and enhanced computing power are driving technological progress in AI. Against this background, […] 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
The B&FT, Africa’s leading provider of business information, and Glico Group have pledged to deepen their existing relationship and explore areas of mutual benefits to spur growth. By leveraging their various expertise, experiences and collective strengths, the two entities aim to collaborate more through different innovative activities lined up for the coming year and beyond. […] The post Glico,
The Member of Parliament for the Akim Abuakwa South constituency, Samuel Atta Akyea, has criticized individuals who blame Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for the country’s economic woes. He acknowledged that the economy is not in its best form, describing it as ‘unkind’ and ‘cruel’ for anyone to attribute economic issues in the Akufo-Addo government […] The post It’s
The Judicial Service of Ghana has refuted claims of selling the government’s property previously occupied by Supreme Court judge, Justice Samuel Marful-Sau. There were reports that the Judicial Service of Ghana had allegedly engaged in the sale of the residence occupied by Justice Marful-Sau of blessed memory at Roman Ridge. In a statement issued on […] The post Claims
The Member of Parliament for Akim Abuakwa South, Samuel Atta Akyea, has urged the Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, to consider stepping down for both his own sake and the good of the government. The calls for Ofori-Atta’s resignation have been growing for months, fueled by the country’s ongoing economic challenges. The opposition National Democratic Congress […] The post Resign
The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has released his outfit’s half-year report for the year 2023 in accordance with the laws governing the office, providing updates on a litany of cases it is either investigating or prosecuting. Among the cases it gave an update on in the 20-page report dated December 29, 2023, included the Cecilia […] The post OSP
A parliamentary candidate hopeful on the ticket of the governing New Patriotic Party in the Bekwai constituency, COP George Alex Mensah (Rtd), has vehemently denied any wrongdoing that may affect his chances of winning the polls. He was involved in the controversial leaked audio scandal, where an alleged plot to oust the Inspector General of […] The post NPP primaries: ‘My
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