Once the new Cash Reserve Requirement (CRR) policy becomes effective, it is expected to see approximately GH¢16.2billion – US$1.2 billion flow from banks to the Bank of Ghana (BoG). CRR is a rule set by central banks requiring commercial banks to keep a portion of their deposits – local and foreign currency – as cash […] The post Editorial:
Sustainable finance, in its simplest form, is a way of managing money that takes care of our planet while achieving our business objectives. It’s about making smart financial decisions that positively impact the environment and society, not just today but for posterity. For banks, sustainable finance means supporting projects and businesses that promote the sustainability […] The post Banking
By Kwami AHIABENU ll Innovations thrive at the speed of interactive communication. Previously, most FinTech services were positioned in various silos; this is based on historical antecedents of banking where various banking services were intentionally built to be independent for several good reasons, including security concerns. Change took place, and systems began to talk to […] The post Powering
In a recent initiative to bolster economic resilience, Absa Bank Ghana has organized a seminar for its Business Banking clients focused on understanding and managing market risks effectively. The event, themed ‘Anticipate and Effectively Manage Market Risk’, aimed to provide insight into the current macroeconomic climate, highlighting potential market risks and outlining risk management solutions. […] The post
By Mansa NETTEY The third month of every year, March has become a canvas on which the pertinent issues of women empowerment and inclusion are laid bare and deliberated upon. There’s a flurry of initiatives aimed at investing in women and inspiring inclusion whiles the achievements of those who have accomplished impressive feats are heralded […] The post Investing
The Ghana International Bank (GHIB), a wholly Ghanaian-born bank incorporated in the United Kingdom, has launched its 65th anniversary celebration at the Kempinski Hotel, Gold Coast City, in Accra. Speaking at the launch, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana International Bank, Dean Adansi, emphasised the importance of learning from the 65 years of the bank’s […] The post
Fresh data from the Bank of Ghana (BoG) shows banks still favour investments in government securities over and above extending credit to the private sector, meaning that businesses have access to less purchasing power in real terms. Governor Ernest Addison, in a press briefing for the 117th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meetings, revealed that compared […] The post Editorial:
Fidelity Bank Ghana, a leading advocate for financial inclusion, took a centre-stage role in empowering young minds at the 13th African Games. The bank sponsored the Youth Pavilion and as part of this initiative, Fidelity Bank’s Ag. Director of Retail Segments, Thomas Ishmael Adjei, delivered a powerful keynote address focused on equipping young people with […] The post
In a strategic move to promote trade liberalisation under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Ghana has collaborated with the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) to host a crucial sensitisation seminar titled ‘Trade Liberalisation after the AfCFTA’ at the Africa Trade House in Accra. Peter Dery, Head of […] The post
A piece of movie history inspired by the Titanic disaster made a splash at a recent auction. The wooden panel, used in the 1997 film as a makeshift raft for the character Rose, sold for a whopping $718,750. This prop, often mistaken for a door, has been a source of debate among fans since the […] The post Iconic Titanic door prop that kept Rose alive fetches
By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY Dr. Steven Blessing Ackah, Executive Director of Ghana Gold Expo, has called for the establishment of exploration fund in Africa, particularly Ghana, to serve as a financial catalyst, enabling local individuals and entities to actively participate in exploration activities. He said the Exploration Fund should be accompanied by a strong commitment […] The post
Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Ernest Addison has said that banking is a profitable business in Ghana. This explains the reasons why more investors want to move into the sector and inject their capital there, he said. Dr Addison said this while answering a question as to whether or not investors have […] The post Banking is a profitable business in Ghana – Governor Addison
By Ebenezer YALLEY Blue Ocean Strategy is defined as the simultaneous pursuit of differentiation and low cost to open up a new market space and create new demand. It is about creating and capturing uncontested market space, thereby making the competition irrelevant. It is based on the view that market boundaries and industry structure are […] The post The
As part of this year’s International Women’s Day celebrations, Stanbic Bank Ghana hosted a webinar focused on fostering a culture of inclusion in business operations. This initiative underscores the bank’s ongoing commitment to empowering women across the country.. Leading the discussion, the Head of Client Coverage at Stanbic Investment Management Services (SIMS), Desmond Bredu, highlighted […] The post
Societe Generale Ghana has launched a new promo dubbed ‘Ya Te So Biom’ Loans Promo. The offer, open to all Societe Generale customers and non-customers on the Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD) payroll, provides loans at competitively low annual interest rates. Societe Generale Ghana in 2023 launched the very successful Yateso Loan promo which […] The post Societe
In a landmark visit highlighting its commitment to knowledge sharing and industry collaboration, Fidelity Bank Ghana, the nation’s largest privately owned bank, welcomed a delegation of 35 students and faculty from Columbia Business School, a world-renowned institution for business education. The visit, held at Fidelity Bank’s head office at Ridge Towers in Accra, served as […] The post
Renowned Ghanaian actor Chris Attoh has advised aspiring actors to focus on honing their craft instead of pursuing quick fame and fortune. The post Focus on your craft, not fame – Chris Attoh to up-and-coming actors first appeared on 3News.
The Bank of Ghana has reiterated its commitment to combating the circulation of counterfeit currency. The Central Bank emphasizes its progress toward achieving a zero-counterfeit regime. Counterfeiting and possession of counterfeit banknotes are punishable by law. During a press conference held during a tour of the currency processing centre as part of Ghana Heritage Month, […] The post BoG
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Ernest Addison, has underscored the need for banks to remain committed to their critical role of bridging trade financing in both the primary and secondary markets. According to the governor, this will help strengthen the country’s financial systems. Speaking at the Ghana International Bank cocktail event to […] The post BoG
The National Film Authority, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, hosted the inaugural Film Investment Breakfast Meeting at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. The gathering attracted a prestigious audience, including dignitaries like Hon. Andrew Kofi Egyapa Mercer, Minister Designate for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Deputy […] The post FIB
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