The newly appointed Finance Minister, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, has given the greatest assurance that he will not depart from the policies and programmes of the government as contained in the 2024 budget. Dr. Amin Adam emphasized his familiarity with the ministry, its programmes and challenges and indicated that his one year as a Minister […] The post I’ll continue with
By Kizito CUDJOE The Senior Minister of Cambodia and President of the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention, Dr. Ly Thuch, has called for action to encourage the remaining non-state parties in Africa – Egypt, Libya and Morocco – to join the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention or Mine Ban Treaty. This is seen as a crucial step […] The post African
Access to financial services continues to play a pivotal role in driving economic growth in nations across the globe. In the wake of rapid post-COVID-19 structural transformations in economies worldwide, the issue of financial inclusion has taken centre stage in national policy discussions. Financial inclusion stands as a vital indicator for inclusive growth in any […] The post
Zenith Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to the real economy, as evidenced by a slew of measures geared toward empowering Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the country, a move which it describes as ‘true banking’. This renewed dedication was announced by its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Henry Onwuzurigbo, and comes on […] The post Zenith
Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has eulogized the late Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, the parent company of Access Bank, Herbert Wigwe. Herbert Wigwe, his wife, and son were among six individuals on board a helicopter that crashed in the United States early Saturday, February 10, 2024. The deadly […] The post It’s
On January 28, Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso announced their withdrawal from the 15-member Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) – from which all three had been suspended following the military coups that overthrew their democratically elected governments. This represents the greatest crisis the bloc has faced since its establishment in 1975. The three […] The post
First National Bank has achieved the prestigious International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 27001:2022 certification for implementing a comprehensive system for managing and dealing with data security risks. As an international standard organisation, the ISO/IEC 27001 sets the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an Information Security Management […] The post
Finance and economic experts argued that Ghana could take advantage of its service industry to boost the economy. Time has proven that that ambition is far-fetched. The service industry in Ghana – from the hospital, hospitality, educational institutions through legal services to banking services – is self-satisfaction of the staff rather than the customers who […] The post
Lands and Natural Resources Minister Samuel Abu Jinapor is wooing investors into the mining sector following the discovery of new minerals in the country. Mr. Jinapor says Ghana is gradually becoming a new place for mineral investment. Speaking at the 2024 Inter-Government Mining Summit in Cape Town, South Africa, Samuel Abu Jinapor says Ghana has […] The post Lands
With over 50 years of experience in responsible financial services, Brac, has launched the Brac Ghana Savings and Loans Ltd, (BGSL) to promote financial inclusion and economic empowerment particularly for women in Ghana’s rural and hard to reach areas. This marks their sixth microfinance institution in Africa. In his opening address, the CEO of Brac, […] The post Brac
The 2022 cohort of the Graduate Trainee Programme of Stanbic Bank Ghana has donated 10 Computers and other learning materials to the Lume-Avete Basic School in the Akatsi South District of the Volta Region. Morris Effah, the Graduate Trainee lead, said the team was inspired by a viral video depicting a teacher conducting an ICT […] The post Stanbic
The Flagbearer of the NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has laid out a detailed vision for the mining sector, which he says will help effectively regulate the industry, help small-scale miners and also protect the environment Speaking to the nation in Accra on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, to unveil his vision and priorities for Ghana, Dr. […] The post
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Samuel A. Jinapor, has delivered a compelling address at the thirtieth anniversary of the Investing in African Mining Indaba held at the Cape Town, on Monday, 5th February 2024, with a resounding call to “Invest in the number one mining destination of Africa, the Minister showcased the […] The post Invest
The summary of macroeconomic and financial data released by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) in January 2024 highlighted performance of the Ghanaian economy in key sectors. The summary shed significant light on real sector indicators; interest rates; price developments; external sector developments; prices for commodities; and monetary indicators. Others included relevant information on the fiscal […] The post
…Delving into the cross-border Fintech landscape In the ever-evolving landscape of financial technology, Onafriq is at the forefront, championing the vision of a borderless world for financial transactions. This ambitious goal aims to simplify cross-border payments, making them as effortless as local calls. In the heart of this revolution is Ghana, where Onafriq is implementing […] The post
Access Bank Ghana Plc has opened a new branch at the Bright International Industrial hub in Afienya, bringing banking services closer to customers in the industrial hub and its environs. This is in pursuance of the bank’s strategic objective of enhancing customer experience and satisfaction for the over-100 medium to large scale companies and Chinese-related […] The post Access
Fidelity Bank Ghana, the country’s largest privately-owned bank, concluded the festive season with a heartwarming display of generosity through its Employee Volunteering Programme (EVP). Under this programme, over 300 staff members engaged in impactful nationwide Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives; combining time, financial resources and personal involvement to uplift lives of the less fortunate. In […] The post
The time was 6.30pm on Thursday January 25, 2024. Gathered in the Crystal Palace Suite at the London Hilton Hotel on Park Lane were a collection of key United Kingdom (UK) corporate leaders with roots in Ghana – including High Commissioner to the UK and Ireland, Papa Owusu-Ankomah, and Tullow Plc Chief Executive, Rahul Dhir. […] The post Energy sector
The head office of Bolt has confirmed that the Ghanaian driver who assaulted a passenger has been barred from operating using its application and is under investigation. In a statement released by the ride-hailing company, the firm said it is cooperating with law enforcement agencies to ensure the said driver is brought to justice. According […] The post Bolt
The Deputy Chief Executive Officer for the Forestry Commission, Sulemana Nyadia Nelson, has expressed concern over the safety of staff manning Ghana’s forests, particularly those in mining communities. He made these remarks during the National House of Chiefs meeting with liaison officers at various institutions held last Wednesday, January 31, in Kumasi. Sulemana revealed that […] The post Forestry
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