AstraZeneca has today launched the Cancer Care Africa programme in Kenya, a first-of-its-kind collaboration with the Ministry of Health, The Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO), Axios, the National Cancer Institute of Kenya (NCI), and other partners to improve cancer care in Kenya by equitably improving access and outcomes across the patient care pathway, […] The post AstraZeneca
More than 40 people have been killed in Kenya after a dam burst, pushing the death toll from devastating floods to more than 120. The deaths were reported on Monday in the Mai Mahiu area, where the burst dam added to casualties from flash floods. “We have so far recovered 42 bodies, which include 17 […] The post Burst dam in Kenya pushes flood death toll past 120 appeared
Kenya Airways Group Managing Director and CEO, Allan Kilavoka, has called for deeper collaboration among African countries to revive Ghana’s national carrier and create a more business-friendly aviation sector. With over 40 years of experience in the aviation industry, Kilavoka believes that consolidating efforts and learning from successful examples, such as the former Afrique and […] The post Kenya
Absa Bank has introduced its Supplier Finance Programme, an innovative solution designed to revolutionize corporate supply chains in Ghana. This initiative aligns with Absa Bank’s dedication to providing comprehensive financial services that cater to the ever-changing demands of its corporate customers. In a business environment where the effective management of cash flow is pivotal to […] The post Absa
Five people have been killed in a bomb attack in northern Kenya, the interior ministry said Monday. The bomb, which exploded in El Wak town in Mandera County, near the border with Somalia, wounded five other people. There was no immediate claim of responsibility, but Somalia-based al-Shabab militants affiliated with al-Qaida have carried out other […] The post Bomb
Kenya has postponed the reopening of its schools by one week due to ongoing flooding caused by heavy rains, as flood-related deaths since mid-March in the East African country neared 100. Some schools remained “adversely affected” by the flooding, the Education Ministry said Sunday night. Local media reported that more than 100 schools were flooded, […] The post Kenya
Dr. Opoku-Afari The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has praised the invaluable contribution of the National Banking College (NBC) to the training of human resources in the financial sector. The Read More... The post BoG
The country has been pummeled by heavy rains that have caused widespread flooding, part of a broader deluge that has devastated segments of East Africa.
Ghana’s fastest-growing bank, OmniBSIC Bank Plc, has opened 2024 positively by delivering strong results in the first quarter which is a strong indication of superior returns to shareholders and higher value for businesses this year. The bank’s profit soared by more than 58 per cent to GH¢82.58 million in March while liquidity and the balance […] The post OmniBSIC
The World Bank has recently released its April 2024 Commodity Outlook Report, which predicts a substantial drop in global food prices in 2024, with a projected 6 per cent decrease, followed by an additional 4 per cent decline in 2025. This decrease is mainly attributed to lower prices for grains, oils, and meals, while other […] The post World Bank predicts
Kenya is experiencing heavy rain that has disrupted normal business across the country, resulting in the destruction of property and the loss of 44 lives so far, according to Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS). According to the KRCS, the downpours have affected the lives of about 60,000 people. In the Mathare slums of Nairobi, the […] The post Kenya: 44 people die due to flooding appeared
Professor Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang, running mate to National Democratic Congress (NDC) flag bearer John Mahama, announced plans to create women entrepreneurs and millionaires through the strategic establishment of a Women Development Bank. “We will actively pursue the establishment of a Women Development Bank to nurture and grow women-owned, women-led businesses,” Opoku Agyemang stated. “Women […] The post NDC
Businessman Prince Kofi Amoaben has expressed his confidence in former President John Dramani Mahama as the ideal leader to steer Ghana toward economic development and prosperity. Amoaben, the co-founder of the defunct UT Bank, averred the potential benefits of Mahama’s experience as a returning leader during his remarks at a fundraising dinner hosted by the […] The post Kofi
Three years ago, when Bukom Square received an Astroturf pitch, audience stands, and floodlights for nighttime play, the community was elated. It was a moment of pride and excitement. Finally, they had a proper venue to nurture football talent, much like they had done for boxing over the years. The Astroturf quickly became the heart […] The post VIDEO: From promise to decay: The sad
The Head of Investment Banking at Stanbic Bank Ghana, Kobby Bentsi-Enchill, has emphasized the importance of the domestic capital market as a viable and sustainable source of funding for businesses. Mr. Bentsi-Enchill said this at the issuance of Letshego’s newly established and expanded GHS 500 million bond programme at the Ghana Stock Exchange. Speaking on […] The post Domestic
Kenya’s government has sent a team to investigate the helicopter crash that killed military chief Gen Francis Ogolla and nine others. It was not immediately clear what caused the crash. Gen Ogolla was among 12 occupants of the military aircraft that went down on Thursday afternoon shortly after takeoff in the north-west of the country. […] The post Gen
Source: GNA Mrs. Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, Minister for Communications and Digitalisation, has cautioned members of the public to desist from dealing in pre-registered SIM cards since it is illegal and an offence liable for prosecution. She explained that “Dealing in this context comprises the individual, who sells the pre-registered SIM as well as the buyer or […]
The Chief Executive of Stanbic Bank Ghana, Kwamina Asomaning, together with some Senior Executives of the bank recently met with the Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Lu Kun, to promote deeper trade and investment ties between Chinese and Ghanaian businesses. During the meeting, Mr. Asomaning underscored the importance of the strategic partnership between Standard Bank, […] The post Stanbic
Stanbic Bank Ghana, a subsidiary of the Standard Bank Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Ghana Medical Association (GMA) aimed at offering tailor-made financial solutions to members of the GMA. Speaking at the MOU signing ceremony at Stanbic Heights in Accra, Kwamina Asomaning, Chief Executive of Stanbic Bank said health is […] The post
The fastest-growing bank, OmniBSIC Bank, has emerged stronger in the aftermath of the debt restructuring programme, with an impressive performance that resulted in one of the biggest profitability ratios in the banking sector last year. The bank’s profit rose by 218 percent to GH¢150.6 million in 2023, indicating a significant turnaround from the loss suffered […] The post OmniBSIC
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