Until mid-December last year, Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) was like any ordinary business in the country – judiciously deploying its skills and talents in the concerted effort of nation-building. Except for a few publications, mostly on its numerous corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities, the indigenous business quietly worked with state agencies to account for […] The post Tax
They say the best comes from the West, and Raymond Asante Anokye from Bogoso is positioning himself in that category as one of the best youngsters to keep an eye on for the future. Skilful, pacey, daring, and with an eye for goal, the 19-year-old Ghanaian is one for the future, and an eye must […] The post From Bogoso to Udinese – The story of Raymond Asante Anokye
After 150 years, 39 artefacts that form part of Asante’s royal regalia are due to return to the Asantehene (ruler of the Asante people) in Kumasi, Ghana, in February and April this year. The Asante empire was the largest and most powerful in the region in the 18th century and controlled an area that was […] The post Ghana’s looted Asante
South Africa’s politician and leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters,Julius Malema, stormed Ghana and said things he should not have said. Heinvited Ghanaians to visit South Africa, for studies, work and tourism, andlied that South Africa is not a xenophobic country. Hesaid, “South Africans are not xenophobic, South Africans are peace-loving people.” In June 2019, […] The post Julius Malema, How Dare You?
Introduction One of the first methods of resolving disputes outside of typical judicial proceedings is arbitration. The Greek philosopher Aristotle said that “it is equitable to agree to arbitration rather than going to court because the umpire in an arbitration looks to equity while the juryman sees only the law. It is also equitable to […] The post A
Ghana is making important inroads to stabilize its economy, and continued program implementation beckons a brighter future. When Ghana requested an IMF-supported program in July 2022, the country was dealing with an economic and financial crisis that was the outcome of preexisting vulnerabilities and substantial external shocks. The authorities have since made compelling progress under […] The post Ghana:
The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For in Him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together. And He is […] The post The Biblical Names And Titles
15 years ago (I’m ballparking), employers hired after two or three interviews. Today, it’s common to have five to seven interviews. I seldom encounter a job seeker who empathizes with employers and grasps that hiring is a significant risk, thus understanding why employers tend to be skittish when hiring. Employers are risk-averse. Hiring involves assuming […] The post The Art of Finding Work appeared first on The
Proverbs 22:26: Manhyia v Wontumi If there is any political party that will have clashes with the Asanteman Kingdom, it should not have been the New Patriotic Party. Asanteman led by its kings have been principled ever since this kingdom was founded. It was through one of its principled ways that the National Liberation Movement […] The post Feature: Where Are The Elders Of The New Patriotic
Damn! Last week, while giving spare change to a homeless person, I forgot to take a selfie. Who knows how many likes I would have received on Instagram! For some reason, no one was videotaping me as I was delivering a food donation to my local food bank. I would have loved to post such […] The post You Have a Role in Social Change, if You Want It appeared first on The
The education sector in Ghana has seen immeasurable transformational changes over the years. These encapsulate: the adoption of modern teaching methods, the revision of the curricula, and the introduction of technology in classrooms, to mention a few. The changes are steps towards ensuring that our educational system aligns with global standards. However, more needs to […] The post Embracing
The world we live in today has become increasingly reliant on technology. It has permeated nearly every aspect of our lives, and the clamour for comprehensive digitization across all sectors of the economy has grown louder than ever. The education sector is not immune to this wave of digital transformation. Indeed, the Ghana Education Service […] The post Digitising
At first, Fifi Kwetey asked all Voltarians to convert to the religion called NDC. Then social media splashed a news item, supposed to have taken place in 2020, of NDC executives taking an oath with a sword in hand and swearing on their lives and the lives of their firstborns, that should they sell the […] The post So, indeed the NDC is a Religion! appeared first on The
It is essential for policymakers to carefully assess the broader economic consequences of the 21% VAT imposition on end-user electricity tariffs and consider a more balanced approach that protects the sustainability of the power sector and supports economic recovery, stability and industrialization. In line with the efforts being made towards economic recovery, imposing a 21% […] The post Elikplim
Former Ghanaian President John Mahama’s recent plea for a ‘honeymoon’ period in his new administration has raised eyebrows and ignited discussions about the level of preparedness for his leadership. In this article, we will delve into the implications of such a plea and analyze whether it signals a lack of readiness for the challenges that […] The post Mahama’s
December 7, 2024, will see Ghana go to the polls once again. The task will be simple: we have to elect new leaders at the national and parliamentary levels of governance. Although many parties will contest, the bigger concession has, for the past years, been that it will end up as a two-horse race between […] The post What if ‘abstain’ was
Joe Biden is a lie and a liar. That opening sentence is meant to sting. More importantly, it is meant to shatter the happy caricature that the sitting US president is an antidote – in character, nature and temperament – to his predecessor, Donald Trump. Biden tried to promote the big lie that he is […] The post Biden is no different than Trump appeared first on The
Get ready for a football spectacle like never before as Ghana clashes with Egypt in a do-or-die AFCON game. In today’s riveting showdown, we’re not just witnessing a match; we’re about to witness the Battle of the Mo’s – a clash of titans between Mohammed Kudus and Mohammed Salah. Benjamin Epton brings you the inside […] The post Kudus
News last weekend of a fatal crash involving the convoy of Mrs Samira Bawumia, wife of our esteemed Vice President brings me to my feet. One life lost is one too many. The nation has lost Fuseini Mumuni, Samira’s veteran body guard, who sacrificed his dear life for the entire entourage. When such personalities depart, […] The post Kwesi Yankah: Presidential Convoys and Road Tragedies
In the run-up to the 2024 General Elections, IMANI presents PULSE, a fortnightly curated social media-based sentiment analysis report designed to follow the “pulse” of Ghanaians in the run-up to the 2024 Election. 1. The period under observation for this edition of the report is from the 27th of December to the 14th of January […] The post Episode
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