A committee set up by the Nzema East Municipal Assembly in the Western Region to investigate the alleged missing GH?2 million donated by the Ghana National Gas Company has presented its report to the Assembly. Following the discovery of a complex trail of expenditures, conflicting accounts and unresolved financial claims, the committee, chaired by the […] The post Nzema

The Veterinary Services Directorate (VSD) has advised the public to buy meat and other animal products only from approved and hygienic sources ahead of the Christmas festivities. According to the Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Emmanuel Allegye-Cudjoe, the surge in demand for meat during the festive season often leads to the sale of animals slaughtered under … The post Buy

Nene Agude Obichere III, the Ada State Mankrado, has called on the government to ensure that promises made to the people translate into tangible actions, emphasizing that development must go beyond rhetoric to deliver measurable improvements in livelihoods. He urged a comprehensive approach to restructuring and expanding the Ada State, anchored on inclusive development, accountability, … The post Ada

THE International Water Management Institute (IWMI) has launched a new solar-powered irrigation service device designed to help smallholder farmers overcome climate-related production challenges. The device, known as IRRILINE, developed in partnership with Farmerline and Pumptech, is intended to provide “reliable, affordable and sustainable” access to water for farming and guide farmers on when to irrigate, … The post Solar-powered

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has said that financial inclusion in Ghana has seen significant growth in recent years, driven by the increased adoption of Digital Financial Services (DFS), particularly mobile money. The Bank said it rolled out the National Payment Systems Strategic Plan (NPSS) from 2019 to 2024 to accelerate financial inclusion. Furthermore, the […]

The Managing Director (MD) of the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) PLC, Edward Ato Sarpong and team graced the end-of-year party organised by the Bank’s ex-staff association held in Accra on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Addressing the gathering, the Managing Director described the retirees as the backbone of the institution, noting that their dedication and professionalism […] The post ADB

The Jospong Group of Companies on Sunday dedicated a 2,500-seater ultra-modern church facility to the Church of Pentecost. The state-of-the-art edifice, located within the Jospong enclave, was formally handed over for use by the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC), Trasacco, and the Church of Pentecost E-Church. Designed with a contemporary architectural outlook, the facility reflects … The post Jospong

The final pledging meeting for the 17th general replenishment cycle of the African Development Fund (ADF) kicked off in London on Monday with an unprecedented increase in commitments from African countries. The President of the African Development Bank Group, Sidi Ould Tah, welcomed the “unanimous interest among African countries to pledge to ADF-17”, describing the […]

President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and 2nd Vice-President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has held high-level discussions with the leadership of the United States Chamber of Commerce as part of Ghanaâ??s ongoing preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.The engagement took place in Washington, D.C., where President Simeon-Okraku met with Rick C. Wade, Senior Vice President for Strategic Alliances and Outreach

Governance and Policy Think Tank, IGER Africa, has backed the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) as it clamps down on academic fraud. Founder & President of IGER Africa, Paul Abrokwa, said that the action of GETC protects organisations from potential fraud, enhances professional standards, and boosts public confidence in educational institutions. In a statement, he […]

THE 1998 1st Runner up of the Best National Farmer, Mr Nicholas Fato, has called on the government to address the problems associated with the purchasing of cocoa beans from farmers in the Oti and the Volta Regions to prevent smuggling of cocoa to the republic of Togo and other countries in the sub-region. Mr … The post Address cocoa purchasing challenges in

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In the quest to settle any doubt in the minds of the public, the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has explained how it arrived at the name ‘Non-Interest Banking’ (NIB), popularly known as ‘Islamic Banking’ in Ghana’s banking industry. The central bank said it chose the NIB after a series of consultations and engagements with stakeholders, […]

A Development Economist, Dr Frank Bannor, has the upward trend in Ghana’s public debt is not solely due to exchange rate depreciation. Dr Bannor makes the point that it is questionable that in the era of “so-called” better management of the cedi, it would yield an increased public debt of Ghc71 billion. The public sector […]

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, will present his report on the mediation in the Bawku conflict to President John Dramani Mahama today, Tuesday, December 16, 2025. An official communique from the Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu announced on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. On Monday, December 1, the Asantehene rounded off his mediation […]

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Ghana Veterinary Medical Association (GVMA) has said mass departure abroad by local veterinary doctors is threatening the survival and sustainability of Ghana’s food systems, livestock value chain and weakening the fight against zoonotic diseases. President-GVMA Dr. Joseph Abuh told B&FT that though the situation has been persisting since implementation of the […] The post Mass

CWG Ghana Limited has announced plans to implement a Zero Trust architecture as part of a broader initiative to enhance its information security framework and adapt to evolving global threats. The move follows the company’s recent attainment of the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, which it described as a “foundational step” toward more advanced cybersecurity controls. Zero […] The post CWG

By Kizito CUDJOE Azumah Resources Ghana Limited has commenced construction and development of its Black Volta gold project following the completion of a 100 percent acquisition by indigenous mining firm Engineers & Planners Company Limited (E&P). As part of the project rollout, the company has signed a contract valued at about US$37 million with Danish […] The post Azumah