Ghana’s trusted insurance brand, Donewell Insurance LTD, partnered with one of Ghana’s foremost radio stations, Happy 98.9FM, to organise the 2024 edition of the annual blood donation exercise. The lifesaving exercise, which was held at the Madina STC Station on Saturday, October 26, 2024, brought together staff of the National Blood Bank, 37 Military Hospital […] The post

A day out to the resort town of Ada and visiting the deeply emotional Nkyinkyim Museum where owner, Kwame Akoto-Bamfo, a Ghanaian sculptor, is using his skills to illustrate his Ancestor Project – portraits of Africans who were imprisoned, kidnapped or coerced into slavery – is always a fulfilling pleasure. The museum experience is designed […] The post Day trip to Nkyinkyim

Coffee lovers from Accra and beyond had a thrilling and fun-filled weekend as the Ghana Coffee Week was climaxed with a convivial event dubbed ‘Ghana Coffee Fair and Exhibition’ last Saturday. The Nyaniba Market in Osu, which was the venue for the event, was abuzz with excitement and merriment as hundreds of coffee lovers thronged […] The post Coffee

By Chris Koney’s column Choosing the right resort for your vacation can significantly elevate your overall experience when it offers a blend of luxurious amenities, exceptional service, stunning locations, diverse dining options and a serene ambiance. Without a doubt, staying at a great resort has become the preferred choice for travellers seeking convenience, relaxation and […] The post

Visionary gallerist and art collector, Abena Joyce Quarshie, the founder of Berj Gallery, who died last week aged 68, will be interred on Tuesday, November 5 at the Lashibi Funeral Home. Passionate about the preservation of art, Joyce devoted forty years of her life building the Joyce Quarshie Permanent Collection, which features pre-colonial Ghanaian art […] The post Berj Gallery

By Mawuli ZOGBENU While distilleries and breweries are spending fortunes on advertising and marketing their beer and other soft drinks, have you ever seen akpeteshie being advertised anywhere? I stand to be corrected but I haven’t seen any yet. Is it because it is the undisputable chairman of all drinks very quiet but dangerous in […] The post Akpeteshie market share goes up?

Art Ongoing till Nov. 16. 09.00 daily. Heart sensing. A retrospective of pioneering artist Victor Butler’s unmistakable works (from 1986) which draws deeply from surrealism, abstraction & figuration, embodying his profound empathy and connection to humanity. Nubuke Foundation. Comedy Fri. Nov. 1, 19:00. Afro Jazz Comedy Show – Ghana Club Edition. Bundles of laughter and […] The post Accra

By Innocent Samuel APPIAH In the heart of West Africa, a quiet revolution is taking place. Ghana, a nation once heavily dependent on cocoa and gold exports, is pioneering a transformative approach to poverty reduction through sustainable tourism. This innovative strategy is not only boosting local incomes but also preserving cultural heritage and protecting natural […] The post

PHANTOM V Fold2 5G and PHANTOM V Flip2 5G take home top honours at French Design Awards Global technology brand TECNO celebrates a dual triumph at the prestigious French Design Award, with both the PHANTOM V Fold2 5G and the PHANTOM V Flip2 5G awarded the highest level of recognition: the Gold Award. This accolade […] The post TECNO triumphs in design excellence appeared

By Christabel DANSO ABEAM The European Union (EU) in collaboration with Aliance to End Plastic Waste and ASASE Foundation have commissioned a 2,000 tones capacity cutting-edge plastic lumber factory at Weija Municipal Assembly in Accra. This initiative being funded by the EU and the Alliance to End Plastic Waste, marks a significant step towards promoting […] The post

By Appiah Kusi ADOMAKO (Esq) This weekend marks 75 years since Prempeh College was founded. The 75th anniversary of Prempeh College is not a mere count of years gone by but a celebration that is a testament to a legacy of academic excellence, resilience, and visionary ambition. Since its founding in 1949, Prempeh College has […] The post Prempeh College

By Korede SOTUBO The “pacing problem” is the gap between the rapid development of emerging technologies and the much slower pace at which regulatory frameworks evolve. This issue presents significant challenges for businesses operating in fields such as artificial intelligence, fintech, biotechnology, and renewable energy, where innovation outpaces the ability of governments to create enforceable […] The post

Chief executive of Telecel Ghana, Ing. Patricia Obo-Nai has called for an integration of purpose-driven strategies and sustainable practices in businesses to make more socioeconomic impact. Speaking during a panel at the 7th annual Leaders on Purpose CEO Summit in New York on the theme ‘Shared Planet, Shared Future, Shared Purpose – Building Future-Fit Economies […] The post

 FirstBank Ghana has officially launched its new Friday wear cloth during a staff engagement session, which brought together employees from branches across the country. The new fabric, deeply rooted in the Bank’s values and identity, will be worn by staff every Friday, symbolising unity, collaboration, and the Bank’s commitment to its timeless legacy. The unveiling […] The post

By Rafiq Nungor ADAM Professor Godwell Nhamo from the University of South Africa has challenged the Simon Diedong Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies (SDD-UBIDS) to grow a business out of the university. He made this call at the university’s fourth international Research and Development conference in Wa, Upper West Region. The research […] The post

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry (MoTI) in charge of Micro, Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (MSMEs) and Internal Trade, Kofi Ahenkorah Marfo, has revealed that the ministry has tabled a bill before parliament to foster MSME operations. The bill, he emphasised, when passed into law will consolidate all business […] The post New

By Ama KUDOM-AGYEMANG The surge in global plastic production now exceeding 430 million tons annually, has led to a corresponding rise in plastic waste, placing plastic pollution among the most urgent environmental challenges of the 21st century. Dubbed as “The Plastic Pollution Crisis” by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), it is […] The post

Every year on October 15, the International Day of Rural Women is observed to honour the vital role that rural women play in advancing agriculture, rural development, and the fight against poverty. “Rural Women Sustaining Nature for Our Collective Future: Building climate resilience, conserving biodiversity, and caring for land towards gender equality and empowerment of […] The post

Efforts to engage the private sector in Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) operations are being ramped up by government. The move is part of a broader strategy aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring long-term sustainability in response to the energy sector’s ongoing financial challenges. Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam reaffirmed government’s commitment to reforming the […] The post

 By Buertey Francis BORYOR Director- Climate and Green Transition at the Danish Maritime Authority (DMA), Jacob Haugaard, has underscored Ghana’s crucial need to develop a comprehensive roadmap for decarbonising shipping in its maritime sector- to meet the global ‘Net Zero’ emissions target by 2030- while emphasising that, Denmark remains committed to supporting the country in building […] The post