By Kizito CUDJOE World Vision Ghana and Polytank Ghana Limited have entered into a partnership aimed at improving access to clean water, sanitation, and sustainable development in communities across the country. The collaboration was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that combines Polytank’s expertise in water storage solutions with World Vision’s focus on community […] The post

On November 8, 2024, Ghana celebrated a major milestone in sustainable architecture with the inauguration of a Nearly Zero-Energy Building (nZEB), the result of a collaboration between GIZ Ghana and the Energy Commission of Ghana. This model building demonstrates how government office buildings can be designed to prioritize energy efficiency and environmental responsibility, setting a […] The post

By Rachel GYABAAH In 2012, as I sat in class discussing global financial systems, the concept of BRICS (i.e Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) was introduced as a counterweight to the Western-dominated international monetary system. I examined the International Monitoring Fund’s Working Paper on BRICS’ Development Philosophies (2012) and the European Parliament’s Report on BRICS in […] The post

By Ben TAGOE Elections are the cornerstone of democratic societies, where citizens exercise their right to choose their leaders. However, the rise of misinformation and disinformation poses a significant threat to the integrity of this democratic process.\ Misinformation refers to the spread of false or misleading information without intent to deceive, while disinformation is the […] The post

By Samuel SAM The Campaign for Female Education (CAMFED), a pan-African movement supporting girls to become change makers, has revealed that it is working with the Ministries of Education in five African countries to integrate the Learner Guides Programme (LGP) into national education systems to meet the needs of vulnerable children. The move seeks to […] The post CAMFED,

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO the Lebanese Community Scholarship Programme, an initiative to support brilliant but needy students and research work, marks its 10th anniversary in collaboration with the University of Media, Arts and Communication Institute of Journalism (UniMAC-IJ). The scholarship programme, established a decade ago, has supported hundreds of students at both undergraduate and postgraduate […] The post

Dr. Peter Dery – Director of Environment at the Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation – has highlighted positive impacts the recently launched Green Finance Taxonomy will have on the nation’s strategy of mobilising resources to support green investment. Speaking at a meeting organised by the Finance Ministry on the ongoing COP 29’s sidelines […] The post

A Ghanaian academic and researcher based in the UK has challenged stakeholders to explore new approaches in the development of infrastructure which do not increase the overall debt stock. Dr. Joseph K Ofori-Kuragu, an expert on Public Private Partnerships (PPPs), made the call during a PPP Expert Panel and Roundtable event organised in Accra. The […] The post

By Terry Mante Corporate leadership requires more than strategic thinking and decision-making skills. It demands a high level of personal discipline and the ability to manage oneself effectively in high-pressure environments. Self-management is the practice of controlling one’s emotions, behaviors, and priorities in a way that aligns with both personal values and organizational goals. For […] The post

By Elizabeth PUNSU Stakeholders in the agriculture sector have been urged to prioritise the promotion and adoption of responsible agrochemicals usage. This, according to the Ghana Institute of Horticulturists (GhIH), will help avoid diseases such as cancer, neurological challenges, birth-defects and respiratory infections, among others. Speaking at the 24th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Scientific […] The post

Government has acquired a US$200million credit from the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Group (WBG) to finance the Ghana Tree Crop Diversification Project (GTCDP). Dr. Bryan Acheampong, Minister of Food and Agriculture, said the strategic six-year initiative aims to diversify the agricultural sector beyond cocoa while targetting high-value tree crops like cashew, […] The post

The National Communications Authority (NCA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation and Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), is currently engaged in negotiations with relevant stakeholders in The Gambia to advance the implementation of ECOWAS Free Roaming. This initiative aims to reduce the cost of telecommunications services for citizens traveling between Ghana and The […] The post

By Amadu Kamil SANAH Agbogbomefia of Asogli, Togbe Afede XIV, at the 2024 Asogli Te Za Grand Durbar in Ho expressed grave concern about the growing tribalism, extreme political partisanship and rising lawlessness in the country. “While real leaders are committed to uniting their people, here in our country everything is tribalised or politicised. You […] The post

By Thomas-Moore ADINGO Domestic manufacturers have described the current tax regime as counter-productive, urging the next government to use its first budget to implement meaningful reforms and restore industry confidence. Tax policies, including the prevailing value-added tax (VAT), import duties on raw materials and import discounts on products that can be produced locally, among others, […] The post

By Christabel DANSO ABEAM The government has acquired a US$200million credit from the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Group (WBG) to finance the Ghana Tree Crop Diversification Project (GTCDP). The strategic six-year initiative, launched in Accra under the theme ‘Sowing the seeds of the future: Unlocking Ghana’s tree crop potential for inclusive […] The post

…as it climaxes 19th anniversary StarLife Assurance has made a presentation of assorted items and a cheque to the Senior Correctional Centre of the Ghana Prisons Service in Accra, as part of activities climaxing it’s 19th anniversary celebration. The items donated include bags of rice, bags of beans, gallons of oil, provisions, drinks, cleaning detergents, […] The post StarLife

The management of Business and Financial Times (B&FT) has paid a courtesy call on the management of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Ghana in a gesture of appreciation and alliance. The visit aims to strengthen the existing partnership between Africa’s leading provider of business information and Africa’s global bank to explore potential collaborations for the […] The post B&FT

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Customs Division of Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA-Customs) has certified nine local and multinational organisations as compliant with the World Customs Organisation’s Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status. The AEO is a programme under the World Customs Organisation (WCO) SAFE Framework of Standards guidance to secure and facilitate global trade. An AEO, according […] The post

Republic Bank has announced the inauguration of its Techiman branch to a new, modern, and spacious location, now rebranded as the Premier Branch. This relocation reflects the bank’s commitment to delivering enhanced banking experiences and tailored financial solutions to the Techiman community and beyond. The grand event was attended by distinguished guests, including Abdulai Lawal […] The post Republic

In aligning with current trends and conversations around Climate Change, a number of Ghanaian journalists are attending the 29th edition Conference of Parties, currently taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan. The aim is to bolster the Ghanaian media’s understanding of climate change. This was made possible by waste management experts, Jospong Group of Companies/Zoomlion Ghana Limited, […] The post