Social engineering is a form of cyber attack that leverages human psychology rather than technical vulnerabilities. By exploiting human emotions and cognitive biases, attackers can manipulate individuals into divulging confidential information or performing actions that compromise security. Understanding the psychological underpinnings of social engineering is crucial for developing effective defense mechanisms. The Psychology Behind Social […] The post Social

The Venture Capital Trust Fund (VCTF) has taken a significant step toward addressing Ghana’s small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) funding challenges through a strategic partnership with Stanbic Investment Management Services Ltd. (SIMS), Triple Jump and the Dutch Good Growth Fund (DGGF) Academy. The collaboration culminated in a specialised three-day venture capital and private equity training […] The post VCTF

By Mary ASHUN (Dr) As I prepare to host a session on Building Sustainable Fundraising Models for African Institutions and Schools during CASE Africa’s Online Conference on 8&9 April, 2025 (https://www.case.org/conferences-training/case-africa-online-conference) I am motivated to share some thoughts about a quiet revolution taking place in the educational sector, driven not by government policies or international […] The post The

By Elliot WILLIAMS Ghana’s recently appointed new Insurance Commissioner, Dr Abiba Zakariah, is again leaving her mark on the international insurance industry as the National Insurance Commission prepares to host the inaugural Africa Sustainable Insurance Summit in Accra during the first week of April. A former Managing Director of Ghana Reinsurance Company and Deputy Managing […] The post NIC

By Kodwo BRUMPON “The dawn does not come twice to wake a man.” – Yoruba proverb We all want to be healthy, but very few of us strive to put in the effort. The bulk of us have been trapped by the sedentary lifestyle of modernity. Convenience has become our watchword and we are striving […] The post Exercise and exercising appeared first on The Business & Financial

Ghana Post, the designated postal administrator and the country’s leading courier service provider, has announced the appointment of Mrs. Rita Sraha as Managing Director (CEO) and Mr. Stephen Kingsley Bennieh as Deputy Managing Director, Finance & Administration (F&A). Their appointments mark a new phase in the organization’s efforts to enhance efficiency, expand its digital capabilities, […] The post Ghana

By Kelvin KAMASA Ghana’s tourism sector is experiencing a renaissance, following the successful Year of Return, December In Ghana initiatives spearheaded by the Ghana Tourist Authority (GTA). Another interesting one is the recently proposed campaign ‘Ghana Centre of the World’ by the CEO of the Ghana Tourism Development Company. Such initiatives attract mostly foreign tourist; […] The post Dialing

By  Kwami AHIABENU (Dr) Unemployment in Ghana remains a big challenge. According to the Ghana Statistical Service, Ghana’s average unemployment in 2023 was estimated at 14.7percent. The inability of the economy to be aggressively productive means unemployment stands as a critical problem for the youth especially. This situation calls for innovative ways to create sustainable […] The post Can AI create jobs ?

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Ministry of Transport has started official processes to legalise operations of motorcycles for commercial use. Motorcycle transport for commercial purposes, otherwise known as ‘Okada’, has been providing employment for thousands of young people although the mode of transport is yet to be commercialised. An Inter-Agency Committee tasked with reviewing the Road […] The post Okada

The Executive Director of Retail and Commercial Banking at Prudential Bank has called for stronger collaboration between traditional banks and FinTechs to achieve stronger financial inclusion for Ghanaians. Ebo Quayson says even though there exist some form of collaboration, traditional banks and FinTech operators need to do more and be deliberate about joining forces to […] The post Stronger

An economist and professor of finance at the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS), Prof. Godfred Bokpin, has described the 2025 budget as positive – particularly government’s resolve to remove taxes such as the E-levy and COVID levy, as well as the decoupling of value-added tax (VAT). This removal will ease the burden on already […] The post Plaudits continue to

The country’s dipping export competitiveness has tumbled by 8.4 percentage points over the last two decades and is still declining, the African Centre for Economic Transformation (ACET) has said. In its Country Economic Transformation Outlook (CETO) document for Ghana, ACET mentioned that exports remain concentrated in moderate- and low-complexity products, reflecting limited diversification and export […] The post Editorial:

The Senior Staff Association and Unionized workers of GOIL have reaffirmed their confidence in the leadership of the company’s Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Mr. Edward Abambire Bawa. At separate meetings held to welcome Mr. Bawa, both the Senior Staff Association and the Workers’ Union pledged their full cooperation and commitment to fostering […] The post GOIL

GB Foods Ghana proudly sponsored the 2025 edition of Heritage Caravan, organized by Channel One TV and Citi FM, marking its second sponsorship of the prestigious cultural tour. The Heritage Caravan featured three buses traveling across 14 of Ghana’s regions in one week, offering participants an immersive experience of the country’s rich history, traditions, and […] The post GB

Ghana’s economy is at a pivotal moment, with private capital playing an essential role in fostering business growth, creating jobs, and driving economic transformation. The need to mobilize domestic capital, attract global investment, and provide strategic financing for high-growth SMEs has never been more pressing. Against this backdrop, the appointment of Michael Abbey as the […] The post GVCA

The Senior Staff Association and Unionized workers of GOIL have reaffirmed their confidence in the leadership of the company’s Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Mr. Edward Abambire Bawa. At separate meetings held to welcome Mr. Bawa, both the Senior Staff Association and the Workers’ Union pledged their full cooperation and commitment to fostering […] The post GOIL

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Sandra Agyeiwaa OTOO Ecobank Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting women entrepreneurs, having invested a total of US$84million into women-led businesses over the past four to five years. This, according to Regional Head-Commercial Banking, Charlotte Amanquah, led to launching the expanded Ellevate  Programme – a groundbreaking initiative designed to empower women […] The post Ecobank

Ghana’s economy is projected to experience sustained growth in 2025, with GDP projected to expand by 5.4% year-on-year, according to insights shared by the Head of Africa Research at Standard Bank Group, Jibran Qureishi. Speaking at the Stanbic Economic Series webinar themed “The Economy under a New Era,” Mr. Qureishi highlighted the factors driving this […] The post GDP growth projected

By Thomas-Moore ADINGO Founder of Bills Micro Credit and business magnate, Richard Nii Armah Quaye, has made a strong case for local production as a means to reduce imports and stabilise the cedi. However, he believes government must play a proactive role in ensuring market availability before expecting private investors to take the lead. Mr. […] The post Local production

By Seth KRAMPAH, Kumasi Ghana Bauxite Company (GBC) has debunked claims surrounding its sale to Ofori-Poku Company Limited (OPCL), describing the allegations as inaccurate and misleading. According to GBC in a press release sighted by Business & Financial Times, the acquisition process was transparent and adhered to all regulatory requirements and due diligence standards. The […] The post Ghana