By Ebenezer Ashley (PhD). The concept of inflation has attracted diverse theories from different economists across the globe. Economists with varied forms of theories on inflation are grouped into two. These include structuralists and monetarists (Nitisha, n.d.). Structural economists assert, inflation is the end-product of the imbalances inherent in economic systems; and adapt both fiscal […] The post
The Government has plans to set up a FinTech Innovation Fund to support Start-ups to drive Ghana’s digital revolution. Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia announced this in Accra on Monday during the official press launch of the maiden 3i Africa Summit. The three-day summit, to be held in Accra, is scheduled for May 13-15, 2024, on […] The post Government to introduce
Two men proposed to marry her No option she had but to bow to the offer Two men promised to love her She said the promises were good enough for her Two men sounded quite convincing She was ready to feel how convincing Two men asked for time and patience She was calm and […] The post Poetry Corner : The Demon’s Crazy Mess appeared first on
By John S. Quaisie In today’s world, where new and emerging technology enables us to do business in more efficient and smarter ways and promote more efficient communication and documentation, Christians are confronted with the challenge of how to make appropriate and wise decisions, as we seek to promote the Kingdom business in more creative […] The post
The President of the African Refiners and Distributors Association (ARDA) and Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, has reiterated ARDA’s commitment to work with the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO) and the African Union Commission (AUC) to deliver a sustainable intra-African oil […] The post
– put together the building blocks of your internal CX processes to address customer needs Customer Experience like every other discipline or organizational process hinges on several key components: people, measurement framework, processes and tools, and technologies. Crucially, people constitute key elements such as structure and provide oversight as well as act as conduits to […] The post
By E. N. Kwame NKRUMAH (Dr) & David ALEMZERO (Dr) While ostensibly rooted in environmental concerns, the recent introduction of a Vehicle and industrial Emission levy in Ghana has ignited a profound and nuanced debate within the socio-political landscape. Critics argue that the hurried implementation of the levy raises questions about the government’s commitment to […] The post
Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC has held a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) hackathon in commemoration of International Day of Women and Girls in Science. The hackathon held at Accra High School was under the global theme for this year’s celebration “Women and Girls in Science Leadership, a New Era for Sustainability”, and designed […] The post Standard
The Zambian government has imposed restrictions on maize and mealies meal (maize flour) exports in response to an extended dry spell endangering the harvest. Minister of Agriculture Reuben Phiri announced the measure on Tuesday, stating that export limitations will remain until a thorough evaluation of the upcoming harvest is conducted. “Owing to the prevailing situation, […] The post Zambia
By Emmanuel AKOMEA Access Bank Ghana PLC has signed a partnership agreement with Mac Autos & Spare Parts Ghana Limited to enhance vehicle ownership in the country. Mac Autos & Spare Parts Ghana Limited, including its subsidiary, MG Auto Trading Ghana Limited, is a leading automobile dealership, selling a wide range of leading brands. As part of […] The post
By Kwasi OGYAMPA The Ukrainian Initiative “Grain for Ukraine ” has exclusively political dimension and has no real prospects. Practically all Ukrainian grain is delivered to Europe just because the prices on the European market are higher and gained benefits are used to buy Western weapons for the conflict. That’s why Kyiv doesn’t have enough […] The post The grain battle
“If you think you are too small to make a difference, try spending the night with a mosquito.” – African proverb One of the most notable themes that runs across philosophical and spiritual traditions is on how the quality and patterns of our thinking impacts our perception, character and possibilities for self-realisation and/or enlightenment. It […] The post The
The Mines and Energy Committee in Parliament has given the Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng, a seven-day ultimatum to provide the Committee with further details regarding the $12 million spent on the botched Agyapa royalties deal. He is expected to provide the committee with the documents […] The post Mines
The Sophisticated, High-Networth & Excellence (SHE) Global Awards, a Dubai-based, annual business ceremony to honour successful women change-makers, has selected Accra-Ghana as the destination to host the fifth edition of the prestigious event slated for 12th -13th April, 2024. The awards, which are organised by the publishers of Ladies in Business Magazine Global, in the […] The post Accra
Former Ghana’s Black Stars Captain, Asamoah Gyan Aka Baby Jet has been given a role to put together a manifesto in the field of Youth and Sports for the flagbearer Read More... The post Asamoah Gyan Heads Youth And Sports Committee
By Raghuram G. Rajan & Viral V. Acharya Almost a year after the mini banking crisis in the United States, it is worth revisiting the episode. Was it just a tempest in a tea-cup? Was there really a systemic threat, or was it just a problem with a few banks? Should the interventions by the […] The post The danger of forgetting the 2023 banking crisis appeared
Ghana’s highly acclaimed live band, the Adaha Dance Band, is set to make a triumphant return to BlackBerry Lounge on 24th February, following their spirited Christmas performance last year. This eagerly anticipated event promises to deliver a captivating musical experience for Accra’s music enthusiasts. Renowned for their dynamic and entertaining stage presence, the Adaha Band […] The post Adaha
By Ben TAGOE With the surge in technology, the link between cybercrime and corruption is an undeniable reality. As technology advances, so does its potential for misuse, leading to a complex web of interconnected challenges. Let’s take a closer look at the links between cybercrimes and corruption, unravelling the threads that tie these two seemingly […] The post The
The Teachers and Educational Workers Union (TEWU) has vehemently urged the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to promptly release all frozen salaries owed to its members. The Association alleged that the OSP has withheld the salaries of more than 400 teachers during its investigation of ghost names on the government’s payroll. Speaking to Citi […] The post TEWU
The value of loans granted by financial institutions fell by 54.9 % in the last quarter of 2023. The total amount of secured loans registered by banks and Specialized Deposit-Taking Institutions (SDIs) stood at almost GH¢5.9 billion compared to the GH¢13.2 billion in the same period of 2022. This huge decline of GH¢7 billion in […] The post Total value of secured loans
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