A recent survey conducted by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) suggests that majority of Ghanaians have confidence in the management of the country’s affairs in sharp contrast to a few years ago, when they expressed a stoic disapproval. According to the IEA survey, fifty-eight percent of Ghanaians endorse this position to which the IEA […] The post Editorial: Prioritising inclusive

By Christabel Danso Abeam An oversupply of agricultural produce is emerging as a growing concern nationwide, with farmers struggling to sell harvested crops amid weak demand and policy delays – raising fears about the country’s future food security. The Executive Director-Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana (PFAG), Bismark Owusu Nortey, has warned that the worsening glut […] The post Food

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH A veteran industrialist and former President of the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), Tony Oteng-Gyasi, has urged government to seize what he describes as a “once-in-a-century opportunity” to build a manufacturing-led economy, as the global trade order increasingly shifts towards protectionism. He made the call at the investiture ceremony of the […] The post Oteng-Gyasi

Public optimism about the country’s direction is picking up as inflation eases, the currency stabilises and financial conditions improve, according to a new survey by the Institute of Economic Affairs. The survey shows that 58 percent of respondents say they are happy with how things are going in the country, signalling a shift in mood […] The post Public optimism returns as economy

The Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) has dismissed reports suggesting the government plans to sell the Volta Aluminium Company, saying the claims misrepresent ongoing efforts to revive the state-owned smelter. In a statement dated, GIADEC said the government has no intention of selling the Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO), stressing that current discussions focus on […] The post GIADEC

By Kizito CUDJOE As rural and community banks enter a new financial year shaped by easing interest rates and shrinking investment yields, a rural banking expert is urging the sector to rethink how it measures success and plans for growth. He warns that strong headline profits recorded in recent years may offer little protection against […] The post Rural banks face tougher

Emirates Skywards has partnered with the UK’s favourite airline Jet2.com to offer members flight rewards to more than 75 destinations across the leading leisure airline’s network. The award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai continues to expand its portfolio in the UK to offer its four million members more opportunities, rewards and travel choices. Dr […] The post Emirates

Richard E. Addison has been appointed Ghana Country Lead for the Commonwealth Alliance of Young Entrepreneurs – Africa (CAYE Africa), a continental network focused on youth enterprise development, trade expansion and policy engagement across Commonwealth member states. The appointment is expected to strengthen Ghana’s role within the alliance, which connects youth entrepreneurship organisations and young […] The post Richard