By Dr. Betty Annan, AGRA Ghana Country Director Achieving food security in any region requires several key factors, but perhaps at its centre lies the quality and accessibility of seeds. For millions of small-scale farmers, having access to high-quality, disease-resistant seeds means the difference between a harvest that feeds their families and one that barely meets […] The post

By Deborah Asantewaah SARFO The Minister of Communications and Digitalisation, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has highlighted her confidence in girls’ potential to lead the tech industry – highlighting their participation in the Girls-in-ICT training programme as a demonstration of excelling in the space. Mrs. Owusu-Ekuful made this known during her visit to five selected Girls-in-ICT training centres […] The post

By Dr. Francis OSEI-KUFFOUR Let me lean on ILAPI and be emphatic that ‘Abusua bi te sika so, ?nso ek?m de w?n’, literally translated as ‘some families are sitting on money, yet live in poverty’. The recent publication by the Institute for Liberty and Policy Innovation (ILAPI) resonated with a text I read in the […] The post

By Dr. David OKYERE According to the World bank, Financial Inclusion means the circumstance where Individuals and Business have access to useful Financial Services and Products that meets their needs. These P&S include Transactions, Payments, Savings, credit and insurance-delivered in responsible and sustainable way. To ensure that individuals and businesses have the full benefits of […] The post

A powerful wind of change is reshaping storytelling, and those who have embraced this paradigm shift have shared insights on navigating the evolving landscape. The era of relying solely on traditional media to tell brand stories swiftly ends. As the Executive Director of the Advertising Association of Ghana, Isaac Cudjoe aptly states, ‘Digital storytelling is […] The post

As part of efforts to build stronger and better partnerships with its clients, Stanbic Bank Ghana has engaged its clientele in Kumasi. Led by Farihan Alhassan, Head of Business and Commercial Banking, the bank thanked the clients for their loyalty and solicited feedback on how to better serve their needs. Mr. Alhassan noted: “Our presence […] The post Stanbic

Stanbic Bank Ghana has facilitated the participation of nine (9) Ghanaian businesses at the prestigious 2024 China International Import Expo (CIIE) held in Shanghai from November 5th to 10th, 2024. The businesses, had the opportunity to participate in matchmaking sessions, connecting them with potential Chinese partners and buyers. Speaking on the significance of the participation […] The post

By Princess Sekyere BIH Current reports by the Africa Peer Review Mechanism, Afrobarometer, and the United Nations Development Programme suggest that Africa is experiencing a democratic decline ( APRM, 2023; Afrobarometer, 2024 and UNDP, 2024). This is due to a myriad of factors, including recent military coups and election violence, especially in the Western and […] The post

Chief Executive-National Petroleum Authority (NPA) Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid has commissioned a call centre for the Authority, to increase efficiency and timeous handling of customer complaints and inquiries. The call centre – under the Consumer Services Unit-Corporate Affairs Directorate of the NPA – has ten agent lines and software portals, including that of a supervisor which […] The post NPA

By Ernest De-Graft EGYIR In every nation, honouring leaders through monuments and statues serves as a reflection of their contributions to the country’s development and progress. Ghana is no exception, with its rich political history and a legacy of transformational leadership. However, the timing and appropriateness of such honours have often sparked public debate, as […] The post

The Managing Director of Life Care Technology Ghana Limited, Ing. Bishoy Fouad, has been honoured with the ‘Most Outstanding Personality Award’ for his Exceptional Impact in General Healthcare and Well- being at the just-ended third edition of the Ghana Philanthropy Awards, 2024. Ing. Bishoy Fouad’s visionary leadership did not only earn him a recognition but […] The post

By Samuel SAM The fifth National Seed Business and Networking Forum, SEEDLINK 2024, has called for increased investment in the seed sector to enhance the quality and accessibility of seeds crucial for building a robust and resilient agricultural system. Organised by the National Seed Trade Association of Ghana (NaSTAG) in collaboration with the Ministry of […] The post NaSTAG

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The Swiss Ambassador to Ghana, Simone Giger, has emphasised a need to balance economic growth with environmental protection – stressing that both aspects are equally vital for sustainable development. She underscored the crucial role Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles play in harnessing natural resources for sustainable prosperity, indicating that they […] The post

By Kizito CUDJOE The Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) is calling for a review of mining policies to align with the growing demand for transition minerals. It argued that minerals essential for renewable energy technologies require a focus on value addition and environmentally sustainable extraction methods. Africa Senior Programme Officer-NRGI, Denis Gyeyir, highlighted the importance […] The post

By Deborah Asantewaah SARFO The Ghana Statistical Services (GSS) is embarking in a survey to evaluate how registered and non-registered commercial accommodation units offered to domestic and foreign guests contribute to the entire tourism ecosystem and gross domestic product (GDP). This will bring to light a concrete data on the contribution of commercial accommodation units […] The post

The Ghana Institute of Horticulturists (GhIH) is cautioning stakeholders in the agriculture sector to prioritise the promotion and adoption of responsible agrochemicals usage. This is to avoid diseases such as cancer, neurological challenges, birth-defects and respiratory infections, among others. While working toward increased horticultural production, there is a need to balance agrochemical usage with considerations […] The post

Justice Yonny Kulendi, a renowned Supreme Court Judge in Ghana, has challenged graduands of the Accra Business School to lead with integrity, emphasising that their actions, choices, and sacrifices must inspire others. Delivering the keynote address at the school’s 17th congregation, Justice Kulendi stressed the importance of leadership, conviction, and accountability in shaping a future […] The post

By  Korsi DZOKOTO Ghana’s youth unemployment crisis is an urgent challenge that requires a multi-dimensional approach. According to the 2021 Population and Housing Census, nearly one in five young people (19.7%) in Ghana is unemployed. For youth aged 15-24, this rate surges to 32.8%, with young women disproportionately affected (Ghana Statistical Service, 2021). This high […] The post

…as central bank inaugurates new headquarters By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU President Nana Akufo-Addo has praised the Bank of Ghana (BoG) for its unwavering commitment to sound monetary and financial policies, which have been instrumental in fostering economic stability and growth. Speaking at the Bank’s new headquarters’ inauguration in Accra, the president highlighted its vital role […] The post

A News Desk Report The Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) intervention in the foreign exchange (FX) market has helped the cedi record gains against its major trading partners after weeks of sustained depreciation. The local currency appreciated 0.8 percent week-on-week (w/w) against the US dollar, 2.12 percent w/w against the British pound and 1.96 percent w/w […] The post BoG