The Christmas holiday season provides several business opportunities for a wide range of enterprises. It is a season when consumer spending rises, people are in a joyful mood, and demand for products and services rises. Businesses have long recognized this time as a good opportunity to maximize profits. Retailers report a boost in sales as […] The post Dr.
As part of efforts to boost marine operations at Ghana’s Ports, the Ghana Ports and Harbors Authority (GPHA) has commissioned two new Damen tugboats to add to its fleet of tugboats. The two heavy-duty tugboats which can berth any post panamax vessel were christened after two former Directors General of the Port Authority, namely Group […] The post GPHA
A major lesson from the past few years is that technology will continue to drive the growth of almost every sector of the economy. Mobile technology in particular remains a cornerstone, with mobile penetration contributing to the sector’s vibrancy. The proliferation of smartphones has opened up new opportunities for innovation, fostering the growth of mobile […] The post
In the wake of recent Akosombo dam spillages that have had devastating impacts on downstream communities of Mepe, Volta Region, it is imperative to implement forward-thinking measures to prevent such catastrophic occurrences in the future. Through my years of experience as an engineer and safety professional, there is a need for me contribute to the […] The post Safeguarding
Has it ever occurred to any writer, or social commentator, that, some ethnic groups are referred to, as if, they do not have subgroups? A good example is the discourse on Asantes, a sub – ethnic group of the Akans and Eʋes, an ethnic group. We read, for example, about, Asante and Eʋe wars, as if […] The post Levels of ethnic discourse in Ghana – two problematic areas
A few weeks ago, I was facilitating a leadership training for some executives, and one of my questions to them was: “What do you think is the best way to beautifully end your 2023 and start your year 2024?” Some of the answers from those directors were as below: “Achieving my set targets, earning a […] The post Gratitude – the best way to end 2023 and
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s confidence must be shaken after leaving Washington without the approval of more US military funding for his country amid the ongoing war with Russia. Although President Joe Biden has stressed the need for Congress to continue supporting Ukraine, Republican opposition to the administration’s request for more than $60 billion in emergency supplemental funding has been stiff. As […] The post When
Former President John Dramani Mahama has promised to increase the district assembly common fund from the current 5% to 7% if he wins the 2024 elections. Mr. Mahama, who is the presidential candidate of the opposition National Democratic Congress, made the promise in Bole after casting his vote in today’s district assembly elections. The former […] The post I’ll
At a business breakfast in Accra, a group of executives gather in a corner, sipping hot tea and eating freshly baked pastries as they exchange stories of doing business in Ghana. One Chief Operating Officer – let’s call him Kwame – works at ABC Company Ltd, a modern agricultural operation that cultivates vegetables in a […] The post The
Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Save Aid has presented items to some schools and communities in the Eastern and Bono regions. The items included 1500 exercise books, 500 textbooks, 30 school uniforms, 35 shoes, 11 belts, 100 pairs of socks, 900 bags of rice, and 500 clothes. The benefiting schools and community included Nyansibu Basic School in […] The post Save
To address the long-standing issues of demurrage and detention (D&D) faced by the shipping community, an exigent call has been made for a continuous conversation on the subject geared towards a plausible solution. “As a priority, feasible measures are required to reduce demurrage and detention (D&D) payments at the country’s ports”, the Tema Branch Manager […] The post Reducing
The Good-Evening Ghana show on Metro-TV, which is hosted by Paul Adom-Otchere, was a very educative programme. However, lately, the gentleman is turning the show into launching personal attacks on some personalities, instead of politely expressing his counter opinions to what these personalities have said or done. The other day, he rudely attacked the IGP […] The post Paul Adom-Otchere, Please
Well-meaning Ghanaians were overjoyed, and rightly so, when it was announced few years ago that, Ghana had discovered Lithium deposits in commercial quantities in various parts of the country. This joy is, notwithstanding, the fact that Ghana’s mineral deposits have not benefited the people, with widespread poverty endemic in all mining areas, and the country […] The post UTAG-UG’s
Minister of Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has announced that six youth resource centers are prepared for commissioning, with the Koforidua Youth Resource Centre scheduled for commissioning later this month. During his address to Parliament, Minister Ussif mentioned that Ghana’s President, Nana Akufo-Addo, will preside over the commissioning of the Koforidua facility on December 28. […] The post President
Minister of Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has announced that six youth resource centers are prepared for commissioning, with the Koforidua Youth Resource Centre scheduled for commissioning later this month. During his address to Parliament, Minister Ussif mentioned that Ghana’s President, Nana Akufo-Addo, will preside over the commissioning of the Koforidua facility on December 28. […] The post President
The Minority Caucus on the Lands and Forestry Committee of Parliament has supported calls for the revocation of the legislative instrument L.I 2462, which is designed to protect the country’s forest reserves. A group of civil society organizations has petitioned Parliament and the President to revoke the L.I, arguing that since its passage a year […] The post Minority
I realize how important it is for your company to handle its finances correctly, especially in today’s fast-paced business world. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) frequently confront unique financial issues that need precise attention to detail and aggressive management. Whether it’s improving cash flow, cutting wasteful spending, or preparing for tax requirements, the end of […] The post Financial
The festive/holiday season is a time when family and friends come together in joy, bond, reminisce and attend various events in celebration. During these periods, food takes centre stage as people gather in homes and various eating places to celebrate with various meals. While festive seasons are joyous occasions, it is imperative to prioritize food […] The post How
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has stated that the Electoral Commission (EC) must assure Ghanaians that its 3pm end of polls proposal for the 2024 elections will not disenfranchise voters. The EC earlier justified the decision to shift the closing time of voting from 5:00 pm to 3:00 pm during the upcoming election. The EC […] The post 3pm end of polls
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