How digital financial services can expand access, empower the underserved and boost economic opportunities in Ghana By Nana Aforo Akosua NEWMAN, Financial Technology Leader and Inclusive Finance Advocate Globally, digital banks and neobanks are reshaping economies and driving financial inclusion. These branchless, cloud-native institutions provide faster, more affordable and highly personalised financial services at scale. […] The post Harnessing

â??Ghanaian forward Eric Appiah was on target but could not prevent MEAP Nisou from slipping to a 4â??2 home defeat against Nea Salamis in the Cypriot 2. Division Promotion Group.After falling behind on 33 minutes to Daniel Pérezâ??s opener, MEAP rallied after the break, with Appiah levelling the contest in the 57th minute, finishing off a rare flowing move to make it 1â??1. Three minutes later Curtis Junior Makosso Moungadji struck to complete the turnaround and

A meeting between the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) and the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) on March 9 has ended without a resolution, leaving the Association’s nationwide strike in force. According to CLOGSAG, the Commission indicated it would need to consult other key stakeholders before it could persuade the […]

Ghanaian defender Kasim Adams says he is looking forward to a new challenge after completing a two-year move to KuPS.The 30-year-old joined the Finnish club as a free agent and brings considerable experience from several European leagues.Adams has previously played in Switzerland, Germany and Spain, featuring for clubs including Young Boys, TSG Hoffenheim, Fortuna Düsseldorf, FC Basel and Servette FC.The defender has also represented Ghana and has experience in European competitions

For more than three decades, Dr. Abiba Zakariah has been a defining force in the domestic insurance and financial services landscape. Even before her appointment as Commissioner of Insurance at the National Insurance Commission, her career – spanning industry practice, executive leadership, academia, policy reform and advocacy – reflects a rare convergence of technical depth, […] The post IWD26:

A 12-year-old girl, Vida Kwarteng, has allegedly been assaulted by her mother after selling plantain they harvested from the farm, an incident that has sparked concern among relatives and residents in the community. The incident happened at Abrabra in the Sefwi-Wiawso municipality on March 8. According to the victim, the incident occurred shortly after she […]

Contrary to concerns that Ghana loses over one billion dollars from the sale of the 18 tonnes of gold, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, has said that this action did not represent a loss of Ghana’s national assets. He said the gold was converted into foreign exchange assets, which remain […]

Aretha Abena Abrafi Duku is a seasoned insurance and risk management executive with more than 28 years of senior leadership experience spanning Ghana, Europe, South Africa and West Africa. Renowned for driving transformational change, she has a strong track record in steering business turnarounds, leading Greenfield startups and delivering complex strategic programmes within multinational environments. […] The post IWD26:

The Ghana Highway Authority has announced a temporary traffic management arrangement on sections of the Accra Tema Motorway and the Tetteh Quarshie Interchange as construction work continues on the motorway expansion project. In a public announcement issued on March 5, the Authority explained that the arrangement forms part of ongoing construction works under the Accra … The post Traffic

Ing. Patricia Obo-Nai is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Telecel Ghana and a leading figure in Africa’s telecom and technology sector. She is the first Ghanaian woman to lead Telecel Ghana and over more than two decades, she has driven innovation, digital inclusion and business transformation across the industry. This month, she was conferred […] The post IWD26: Patricia

Ghana’s Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson directs the Ghana Revenue Authority to ban the land transit of nine goods including rice, sugar, and pharmaceuticals to curb revenue leakages and tighten border controls.

The National Chief Imam, Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has congratulated the Government and people of Ghana as the country marks its 69th Independence Day, urging citizens to renew their commitment to national unity and democratic values. In a statement to commemorate the celebration on March 6, he encouraged Ghanaians to use the occasion to strengthen their … The post Chief

On International Women’s Day, we celebrate Yang Yang, a visionary corporate leader whose achievements are transforming Ghana’s automotive industry and creating significant economic impact. As CEO of Zonda Tec Ghana Limited, Madam Yang Yang has leveraged her vision and strategic expertise to elevate the company’s impact in Ghana’s automotive sector. Her leadership has not only […] The post IWD26:

Speaking at the Annual Dr. Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu Ramadan Lectures at the National Mosque in Accra, Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, called for proper upbringing of children and spending time with family to teach them Allah’s teachings, so they grow to be disciplined and responsible. He stated that good nurturing and teaching will … The post Annual

Star Oil Ghana has explained that the fuel shortages being experienced at some of its filling stations are due to a technical problem with the Integrated Customs Management System used by the Ghana Revenue Authority. In statement, the company assured the public that the shortages are not the result of hoarding in anticipation of a … The post Star Oil explains fuel shortages at some filling

GOIL PLC and Star Oil Ghana have warned customers about possible fuel shortages at some filling stations across the country following a technical problem with the Integrated Customs Management System. In a public notice to customers, GOIL explained that the system, which is used to process tax liabilities for oil marketing companies, has been experiencing … The post GOIL, Star

Kadijah Amoah is the Chief Executive Officer of Pecan Energies Ghana Limited and the first Ghanaian woman to lead an oil and gas exploration and production company. She previously served on the Executive Management Team of Aker Energy AS, becoming the first Black woman to hold such a role within the Norwegian energy company. She […] The post IWD26: Kadijah Amoah advances

The Ghana Police Service has arrested five suspects in connection with the death of Austin Tengbe, a Liberian at Lashibi in Accra. The five suspects have been remanded into police custody while investigations continue. The 24-year-old was fatally lynched at Sakumono Lashibi, Accra on February 7, 2026. Suspects Vincent Adjikah, Francis Amuzu and William Anderson […]

By Christabel Danso ABEAM For Bibi Bright, life has never followed a straight line. From acting and a passion for music to leading a corporate enterprise, her journey reflects resilience, reinvention and ambition. “A simple Fante lady still dreaming and taking one step at a time,” she says, describing herself. Today, Ms. Bright serves as […] The post From spotlight

Medeamaâ??s struggles continued in the Ghana Premier League as the Mauve and Yellow were beaten 2-1 by league newcomers Hohoe United at the TNA Stadium.The result marked the fifth consecutive game without a win for the leaders, who had the numerical advantage for much of the match but could not turn it into a positive outcome.The match unfolded in frustrating fashion for Medeama. Goalkeeper Felix Kyeiâ??s penalty attempt struck the post, and an own goal compounded the teamâ??s