By Marie-Noelle Nwokolo and Nyasha Mpani 2024 isn’t just another year on the calendar for Africa – there’s a democratic whirlwind sweeping across the continent, with 17 nations poised to make history, one ballot at a time. Africa isn’t just counting votes – it’s counting on democracy. With almost a third of the countries on […] The post Ghana’s
By Effie AMISSAH The banking industry underpins the financial services industry in the country. Regulated by the Bank of Ghana, the industry provides an avenue where cash, credit and other financial transactions for both individuals and businesses are accessed. According to the 2023 Price Water House Coopers Banking Survey Report, the banking industry contributed GHC16.21 […] The post The
The flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress, John Dramani Mahama, has accused the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) of double standards in the ongoing debate over the review of the Free Senior High School Policy. The governing NPP has consistently rejected calls for a review of the free SHS programme introduced in 2017. Speaking […] The post Free SHS
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, has expressed concern over the government’s planned $48 million operational expenses for the forthcoming 13th All African Games. He suggests that these funds could be redirected to assist victims of the Akosombo dam spillage. Ablakwa has raised allegations that the government plans to spend $48 […] The post ‘Bloated
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is scheduled to deliver the State of the Nation Address to Parliament today, February 27, 2024. The address is in accordance with Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution, which states that the President shall deliver a message on the State of the Nation to Parliament at the start of each […] The post Akufo-Addo to present State of the
The Media Foundation for West Africa has attributed the closure of four radio stations in Bawku by the National Communications Authority (NCA) to what it says is the inactivity of the National Media Commission (NMC). The NCA, following a recommendation by the Upper East Regional Security Council and the National Security Ministry, shut down the […] The post NMC’s
The Local Organising Committee of the All African Games has justified the government’s allocation of $48 million toward the operational expenses of the games. The Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa on his Facebook page on Monday disclosed that the government planned to spend $48 million, despite the US$195 million that had […] The post All
Prof. Ahmed Jinapor Abdulai A call has been made to all stakeholders in the tertiary education space to make the West African sub-region the most attractive destination for tertiary Read More... The post Experts Discuss West African Tertiary Education
Over the years, the threat landscape has evolved into a dynamic and complex ecosystem as our world becomes increasingly interconnected. The threat landscape refers to the ever-evolving panorama of potential cyber threats and dangers with which individuals, organisations and governments are confront in the digital realm at any given time. As new cyber threats emerge, […] The post An
President Nana Akufo-Addo has lauded Ghana’s persistence in hosting the 13th African Games despite the odds. According to the president, even though the country is plagued with financial crises, he has ensured the tournament will proceed. The 13th African Games will be the first time Ghana will host such a tournament. It comes off from […] The post Hosting
President Akufo-Addo has urged Parliament to consider and approve all outstanding exemption applications as a matter of urgency, to send positive signals to the business community. Speaking in Parliament, Read More... The post ‘Approve All Outstanding Exemption
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will present the State of the Nation address to Parliament tomorrow, Tuesday, February 27, 2024. This is in accordance with Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution, which states that the President shall deliver a message on the State of the Nation to Parliament at the start of each session and before […] The post Akufo-Addo
The President of the Ghana Plumbers Association, Joshua Nyamavor, has advised plumbers to commit to quality work that satisfies clients as a means to build sustainable plumbing businesses. He gave the advice in Takoradi during a Pipe Application Workshop organized by the Ghana Plumbers Association in partnership with DPS Pipes. The workshop, which introduced plumbers […] The post Plumbers
Impact Amplifier, with the financial support of Google.org, has launched its African Online Safety Platform (AOSP). The Africa Online Safety Platform is an Africa-wide project and part of Impact Amplifier’s broader intention to address African Online Safety at a systemic level. The platform provides a rich repository of research, education content, funding opportunities and ways […] The post
By Bernard BEMPONG As a result of ever-evolving business environment, auditors now face new challenges in evaluating emerging risks and controls. This is also premised on the fact that the usual traditional auditing methodologies are unable to keep pace with new business models and processes being driven by new technologies. In that regard, auditing requires […] The post
By Emmanuel K. GADASU In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the IT sector has been a driving force behind global advancements. However, the rapid pace of technological change has not only brought about innovation but has also led to shifts in the job market, resulting in job losses in the IT industry. This article delves […] The post The landscape
Sammi Awuku with European Lotteries officials The Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Mr. Sammi Awuku, has called on the European Lotteries (EL) to support the NLA in Read More... The post Sammi Awuku Declares War On Illegal Lotto appeared first
By Ebenezer Ashley (PhD). The concept of inflation has attracted diverse theories from different economists across the globe. Economists with varied forms of theories on inflation are grouped into two. These include structuralists and monetarists (Nitisha, n.d.). Structural economists assert, inflation is the end-product of the imbalances inherent in economic systems; and adapt both fiscal […] The post
The President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has expressed concern over the resignation of Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu as Majority Leader, stating that the Suame legislator was sacrificed on the altar of expediency by the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu formally resigned as Majority Leader on Friday, February 23, following prior notification to the Majority Caucus on […] The post Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu
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