Public speaking is an art that combines charisma, knowledge, and strategy to create an impactful experience for an audience. For centuries, orators have employed a variety of techniques to capture attention, inspire action, and leave lasting impressions. One such powerful technique is the use of rhetorical questions. Often underestimated, rhetorical questions are much more than […] The post

By Amos SAFO Last week, I listened to a weird audio in which the former president of Ghana, Mr. John Dramani Mahama told an audience in Accra in the Ga language: “we don’t eat digitisation.” The former president’s decision to address a Ga community, where he linked the Ga staple food ‘Kenkey” with digitisation has […] The post “We do not eat digitisation”, really!

By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH Geopolitical changes and the reconfiguration of economic architecture towards the Global South, under the rapidly-growing influence of BRICS+ (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) on the global stage are driving majority of African States to move away the United States draconic hegemony, its hidden ambiguity and obscurity, as well as […] The post BRICS+

By Kofi Anokye OWUSU-DARKO (Dr) For many young people in Ghana, finding a decent job that offers both stability and growth is becoming increasingly difficult. Each year, thousands of graduates and school leavers enter the workforce, but the availability of quality jobs remains limited. Rising unemployment and underemployment have left many young people feeling frustrated […] The post

Yara Ghana Limited, a leading crop nutrition solutions company in Ghana, has once again demonstrated its unwavering support for the farming community by donating twenty-five thousand Ghana cedis (GHS 25,000) to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture towards the celebration of this year’s National Farmers’ Day celebration. In addition to this, the company supports National […] The post

By Isaac FRIMPONG (Ph.D.)  A nation’s most valuable asset is a healthy population. In Ghana, where rapid population growth is outpacing development, this asset is at risk. Healthy citizens drive productivity, transforming natural resources into products that fuel economic growth. However, when population growth is inadequately managed, healthcare systems experience strain, resulting in diminished health […] The post

By Kofi Blankson & Indra Books What if Africa was a Global Innovation Hub? What if Africa paves its own path? What if African tech was changing the entire narrative? These are the questions we should be asking, because Africa is on the verge of becoming a powerhouse in global innovation. The continent is no […] The post Africa’s innovation

By Kinsley LARBI( Rev. Prof.) In Ghana’s rapidly evolving economy, leaders are often celebrated for their achievements, rising GDP, increasing foreign investments, and successful entrepreneurial ventures. However, beneath this veneer of success lies a profound sense of emptiness and disconnection from purpose among many of these leaders. This phenomenon echoes the lament of an elderly […] The post

By Patrick BOLTON & Haizhou HUANG About two years ago, in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, China’s economy hit a roadblock. As all sectors underwent deleveraging, economic growth slowed, household savings rates increased, and businesses scaled back their investments and accumulated savings. Many now wonder whether consumers and companies are stuck in a self-reinforcing […] The post Is

By J. N. Halm It came to light from the above study that employees complied less with special requests that have to do with financial and knowledge deficiencies. This is because, concerning financially-based requests, customer special requests were mainly illegitimate. Employees also respond less to knowledge-based requests because most of those requests were against company […] The post

Research and capacity-building are extremely critical in boosting Africa’s climate resilience, Deputy Director-West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL) Professor Kehinde Ogunjobi has observed. Consequently, Professor Ogunjobi stressed the need for countries in the sub-region to fund research and empower citizens to better address climate challenges. He noted that WASCAL […] The post

By Jeffrey VAVA In Ghana and across Africa, the digital age has ushered in unprecedented convenience, yet it has also introduced significant privacy challenges. For instance, in many organizations, visitors are routinely required to register their details upon entry—whether for attendance tracking or as part of security protocols. This apparently harmless interaction, nonetheless, can lead […] The post

By Kwame Asamoah KWARTENG At a recent networking session, I met a South African entrepreneur who shared his experiences visiting Kumasi, my birthplace in Ghana. He was fascinated by the unique landscape of Kumasi’s economy, especially the predominance of small-scale, self-sustaining businesses. Unlike his home country, where large corporations dominate, Kumasi is alive with sole […] The post

UBA Ghana launched a two-day “Go Pink” initiative, where employees were encouraged to wear pink as a show of solidarity in the fight against breast cancer. This initiative is more than just a symbolic gesture—it’s a proactive effort to raise awareness and educate employees, customers and public about this life-threatening disease. By embracing the pink […] The post

By Samuel SAM Chief Executive Officer (CEO)-Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Akwasi Agyeman, has encouraged Ghanaians to patronise local tourist attractions, support local businesses and experience the rich cultural heritage and natural beauty that Ghana has to offer. “Let us work together to promote tourism development and create opportunities for economic growth and job creation,” he […] The post

At the Economic Development Assembly: Advancing Africa’s Future in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, it was announced that more than 100 eminent African and international CEOs, world leaders and artists have signed the Abidjan Accord, an urgent call to G20 governments to increase their contributions to IDA, the World Bank’s fund to help lift 77 of the […] The post

By Alberta QUARCOOPOME Dear readers, welcome to my final edition under the series of discussion on the 2023 Bank of Ghana published last month. Today we shall look at another risk area which can make or unmake banks due to the losses involved. External Fraud These frauds are caused by external parties over which the […] The post The BoG fraud report:

By Iddrisu NASHIRU In today’s rapidly changing world, sustainability has become a critical component of business strategy across all industries. The financial industry, which plays a critical role in the financing and protection of businesses and their assets, is now expected to drive greater sustainability by investing and protecting ventures, which are sustainable. This trend […] The post

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU and Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) recorded an increase in trading activity by end-September 2024, with value of shares traded reaching GH¢1.85billion – representing a 230.38 percent rise year-on-year (YoY) compared to GH¢560.77million over the same period in 2023. The increase in market liquidity was matched by […] The post

By Bernard Yaw ASHIADEY & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is spearheading an initiative to enhance compliance in African trade by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into financial and regulatory processes. This push for AI-driven compliance aims to streamline operations, reduce the risk of financial crime, and foster greater intra-African trade. Speaking […] The post