By Samuel SAM The need to inspire and empower more successful women entrepreneurs to drive socio-economic development was highlighted at the GNCCI-GIZ Women Conference held in Tamale under the theme ‘Making AfCFTA Work through a Deliberate Inclusion of Women Entrepreneurs’. At the event, Hamidu Hamza Saana, the Northern Regional Director of the Ministry of Trade […] The post
By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi The Coordinator of the Women’s Wing at the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA), Pearl Opoku, has urged the Registrar of Companies to lower the costs associated with registering businesses led by women in the country. Ms. Opoku stressed that such action would streamline the formalisation process for numerous micro, small […] The post
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has cautioned the travelling public to be wary of the activities of middlemen/agents who purport to have the ability to secure citizenship, resident permits and job offers in conflict areas and in countries at war. The Ministry said these journeys are perilous and often have dire consequences. […] The post Avoid travels
The latest assessment of Ghana’s external sector developments shows that the country earned $2.8 billion from its major exports in the first two months of 2024. On a year-on-year basis, however, the value of exports did not see any significant growth from the same $2.8 billion posted as of February the previous year. The figure […] The post Ghana’s
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) presents considerable opportunities for the evolution and monetization of Africa’s trading sectors[1]. Upon full implementation and ratification by member states, this trade agreement will establish a cumulative market encompassing 1.3 billion individuals across 55 countries, boasting a collective GDP of approximately USD 3.4 trillion. The AfCFTA has been […] The post
The second edition of the Northern Trade, Industry, and Investment Summit was inaugurated at the Dungu campus of the University for Development Studies (UDS) by Lawyer Sulley Sambian, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Northern Development Authority (NDA). With a theme focused on “Enhancing Trade and Industries in Northern Ghana through Capacity Development and […] The post Northern
In light of recent allegations of poisoning circulating within the New Patriotic Party (NPP), the flagbearer of the ruling party and Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, remains Read More... The post Bawumia, Kennedy Agyapong Dine At
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
Some Ga Kenkey vendors in Accra are now considering charging customers for the previously complimentary pepper as economic challenges in Ghana worsen, contributing to a broader increase in the cost of living. The latest economic data indicates a marginal rise in the year-on-year inflation rate for January 2024, with the current inflation rate reaching 23.5%. […] The post No more free
Anas Aremeyaw Anas The Supreme Court yesterday dismissed a certiorari filed by Anas Aremeyaw Anas seeking to quash the decision of a High Court in Accra which dismissed his Read More... The post Supreme Court Throws Out Anas appeared first on DailyGuide
Kwesi Nyantakyi Businessman Kennedy Agyapong has dedicated the High Court ruling against Anas Aremeyaw Anas to former Ghana Football Association (GFA) president Kwesi Nyantakyi. About a decade ago, Nyantakyi Read More... The post Kennedy Agyapong Dedicates
The Supreme Court has rejected an application for certiorari filed against Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, by investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas. The five-member panel, led by Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, upheld the previous ruling by the High Court. Six years ago, a High Court in Accra […] The post Supreme
Ghana and Suriname have expressed a mutual interest in strengthening their trade relations. This intent was pronounced by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Suriname, Fidelia Graand-Galon, during a pivotal meeting with officials from the Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA) on February 22, 2024. The discussions were centered on pinpointing potential business ventures for both […] The post
Delilah Mercer, Selassie Tetevie THE AFRICAN Furniture Lighting Accessories Trade Exhibition (AFLA_TON), scheduled to take place between March 5-29 2024, is poised to provide a significant platform for the showcasing of interior furniture, lighting, and Read More... The post AFLA_TON
A ‘Training of Trainers’ exercise for FSRP National and Regional technical teams on data collection and reporting tools for the ‘ECOWAS Agricultural Trade and Markets’ SCORECARD (EATM-SCORECARD) is ongoing in Abuja, Nigeria. The objective of the EATM-S is to assess and track the performance of agricultural trade by member-countries within the ECOWAS sub-region. This regional […] The post
When it comes to fostering economic development and industrialisation in Africa, one cannot ignore the pivotal role of investment climate reforms. Historically, the investment climate in many African countries has been fraught with challenges, ranging from regulatory bottlenecks and political instability to inadequate infrastructure. The quest for attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) and stimulating domestic […] The post
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
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong, and his colleague of Bortianor-Ngleshie Amanfro, Sylvester Tetteh, came close to fighting on the floor of Parliament yesterday over Read More... The post Ken, Sly In Mini Brawl In Parliament appeared first on
In a surprising turn of events, Members of Parliament Kennedy Agyapong and Sylvester Tetteh have managed to reconcile following a heated confrontation within the parliamentary chambers. The incident, which initially sparked concerns of a brewing conflict, has now taken a positive twist as the two politicians set aside their differences after the swift intervention of […] The post Ken
According to the Global Risks Report, some of the most severe risks the world may face over the next decade against a backdrop of rapid technological change, economic uncertainty, a warming planet and conflict is one that would not easily rebound from continued shocks. As cooperation comes under pressure, weakened economies and societies may only […] The post
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