Access Bank Plc has announced the completion of its acquisition of African Banking Corporation Zambia Limited, trading as Atlas Mara Zambia (Atlas Mara), after obtaining all requisite regulatory approvals. Atlas Mara is now a wholly-owned subsidiary of Access Bank Zambia. Following this regulatory milestone, the two banks will continue to operate separately until all integration […] The post
First National Bank has announced the launch of a special campaign to reward customers ahead of the Total Energies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2023 tournament. The bank is proud to unite with football enthusiasts in celebrating the spirit of sportsmanship, and encourages fans to support the national team from now till February […] The post
Zenith Bank (Ghana) Limited has opened a new branch in one of the busiest districts in Accra, Madina. The branch which is the 41st business location to be opened by the Bank since its establishment in 2005 would serve the people of Madina and its surrounding communities. The new branch opening is in line with […] The post Zenith Bank opens new branch at Madina appeared first on
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has vehemently denied reports that some individuals in the party have been intimidating experienced Members of Parliament, hence their decision not to seek re-election. Eighteen (18) Members of Parliament have resolved not to seek re-election in the NPP’s parliamentary elections on January 27, 2024. This voluntary exit has sparked significant […] The post Claims
One of the significant developments so far in 2024 for MSMEs in Ghana is the launch of the Business and Employment Assistance Programme (BEAP) by the Youth Employment Agency, under the leadership of its dedicated CEO, Mr. Kofi Baah Agyepong. The BEAP program aims to support 10,000 companies, leading to the creation of 20,000 jobs for […] The post John Kumah: Gov’t will pursue
Officials of Brilin Enterprise receiving a dummy cheque for being the National Best Agent FIDELITY BANK Ghana hosted an illustrious awards night on December 14, 2023, to honor and Read More... The post Fidelity Bank Celebrates Top-Performing Agents appeared
Over the last 15 years, one of the major developments that has revolutionized and disrupted the entire financial sector in Ghana is the emergence of Mobile Money Services (MoMo). Though MTN launched its Mobile Financial Services (MFS) in 2009, many Ghanaians were yet to warm up to it as a safe mode of payment in […] The post Navigating
Y107.9FM, Ghana’s No.1 Young and Urban Station, has announced its relocation to a new state-of-the-art studio inside the Legon City Mall. This significant move marks a new chapter for the popular radio station and reflects its commitment to growth, innovation, and providing the best experience for its huge audience. The decision to relocate was driven […] The post YFM Moves to Legon City Mall
The upcoming primaries of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) could have significant ramifications for Ghana’s Parliament, according to the First Deputy Minority Whip, Ahmed Ibrahim. With 18 incumbent NPP MPs choosing not to seek re-election, the loss of institutional memory and expertise poses a serious challenge. Comparing the NPP situation to the recent NDC primaries […] The post Exit
Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Ernest Addison, has said that the central bank exceeded its reserve target by almost US$1billion in 2023 with the help of the domestic Gold for Reserves programme. He stated that the BoG plans to continue with the programme to help in terms of building reserves going into […] The post BoG to continue ‘Gold for Reserves’ programme to prop
The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has offered a piece of advice to Ministers of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), suggesting that they should initiate the process of compiling their handing-over notes in preparation for their imminent departure from office. During a press briefing held on January 8, […] The post Start
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has authorized 16 Foreign Exchange (FX) brokers to commence operations on the Ghana Interbank Forex Market effective January 1 to December 31, 2024. This is in accordance with section 3. 13. 1 of the Ghana Interbank Forex Market rules which provide that local and international FX Brokers who wish to […] The post BOG grants approval to 16
It was interesting to hear Bank of Ghana (BOG) officials pat themselves on the back because year-on-year inflation had dropped to 26.4% in November 2023, from 35.2% in October 2023 and 54.1% in December 2022. This trend should have been expected, I thought, because of the massive price increases and exchange rate depreciation that were […] The post Togbe Afede XIV writes –
The Executive Director of the African Center for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA), Dr. Rasheed Draman, has urged political parties to adopt deliberate grooming strategies to adequately replace experienced Members of Parliament. Some senior Majority Members of Parliament, including the Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, have signalled that they will not be seeking reelection in the next parliamentary […] The post Groom
Following the recent Akosombo Dam Spillage that displaced residents in Lower Volta, OmniBSIC Bank staff have demonstrated their generosity and commitment to the community through the Bank’s Staff CSR project known as the SEEK Initiative. Recognizing the urgent need for support, the bank’s staff raised funds and donated essential supplies to families now residing at […] The post
A team of bankers is ordinarily not a regular sight in any health facility in Ghana. Therefore, many patrons of the Madina Poly Clinic might have wondered “why”, when a sharply dressed team from the Universal Merchant Bank (UMB) drove into the clinic’s compound here in Kekele, Madina; a popular, densely populated suburb of Accra. […] The post #UMBCares brings holiday
In response to the surge in digital banking platforms and the corresponding increase in cyber threats, Fidelity Bank, Ghana’s largest privately owned bank, took proactive steps last month by dedicating a week to intensifying efforts against fraud, empowering its staff to be the first line of defence. Under the theme “Leveraging on Fraud Awareness and […] The post Fidelity
The Chief of Staff, Mrs. Akosua Frema Osei-Opare, has gone to the aid of the 70 traders who had their stalls gutted by fire at the Race Course market last Monday. She presented building materials worth about GHc150,000 for the reconstruction of the portion of the market affected by the fire outbreak. Mrs. Osei-Opare has […] The post Chief of Staff throws lifeline to Race Course fire victims
The Minister of Information, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has urged Startups and Young Entrepreneurs to be tenacious in their business operations. Addressing the Summit at the Ghana Startup Week 2023, on Thursday, 14th December, 2023 at Accra Digital Center, the Minister, who doubles as the MP for Ofoase Ayirebi, charged the youth and Startup entrepreneurs to […] The post Be tenacious, KON advises Startup
Mrs. Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare has been appointed the new Managing Director of the Ghana Airports Company Limited. This follows the retirement of Pamela Djamson-Tettey from the position after attaining the mandatory retirement age of 60. This was announced in a letter the Minister of Transport, Kwaku Ofori Asiamah wrote to the Board Chairman of […] The post Pamela
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