By Jacob AZAARE (PhD) The significant contribution of auto insurance markets in every country’s economic growth and development cannot be underrated(1, 2, 3). As one of the driving forces for a country’s economic growth and development, the market needs to be well structured and established in the areas of risk prediction where policies are priced […] The post Auto insurance pricing

By Gambrah Sampeney KWABENA ADJEI  As I walked through a bustling public transportation station in our city, I stumbled upon a group of people engaged in a lively discussion. They were debating why some individuals become arrogant or pompous when they acquire riches. I couldn’t help but smile as I listened and before I knew […] The post The money myth appeared first on The Business

Women-led businesses continue to face significant funding and tailored support challenges despite research showing that female entrepreneurs have higher loan repayment rates than their male counterparts. Also, research shows that their businesses are likely to have broader socio-economic impact. A crucial question in line with this is, what quick tips can be given to these […] The post Standard

…millions of cedis in properties lost By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi A massive fire outbreak at the Adum Railway area has left over 2,000 shops completely razed, resulting in the loss of properties worth millions of Ghana cedis. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Friday March 21, has left traders and business owners […] The post Over 2000 shops razed down by fire at Adum

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY Gold Fields Ghana Foundation in partnership with Pepsodent Ghana have sensitised over 2,000 school children at Damang in the Prestea Huni Valley Municipality on oral care. The objective is to increase children’s awareness and adoption of healthy oral health behaviours, aiming to improve their oral hygiene knowledge and practices. The sensitisation […] The post Gold

By Kizito CUDJOE Former Ethiopian Prime Minister, Hailemariam Dessalegn, has urged African governments to work together to tackle the barriers hindering intra-African trade. Speaking at a public lecture in Accra to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Dessalegn stressed the need for collective action to address three major […] The post Trademark

By Evelyn Arthur Acting Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), Brigadier General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono, has hosted a high-level delegation from the Burkinabé government at the Authority’s headquarters. The delegation, led by Ghana’s Special Envoy to the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), Col. (Rtd.) Larry Gbevlo-Lartey, included Burkina Faso’s Minister of Industry, […] The post GPHA,

By Elizabeth PUNSU The Ghana Cooperative Cocoa Farmers and Marketing Association (GCCFA), a coalition of 75 cooperative unions from nine cocoa-growing regions, has been officially launched in Kumasi. This groundbreaking initiative aims to empower smallholder cocoa farmers by giving them a stronger voice in decision-making processes within the cocoa sector. The GCCFA seeks to enhance […] The post Ghana

By Samuel LARTEY (Prof) sammylaatey@yahoo.com In a landmark move that underscores the growing intersection between financial technology and social security, MTN MoMo has partnered with Sanlam Allianz Life Insurance Ghana Ltd and aYo Intermediaries Ghana Limited to launch a comprehensive life insurance package for all MoMo agents across the country. This initiative, unveiled in March […] The post MoMo

By Dr. David King BOISON Alternative funding sources for Ghana’s 24-hour port economy Securing sustainable financing is a critical step in transforming Ghana’s ports into a fully operational, world-class, 24-hour economic hub. While many African nations often rely on institutions like the IMF and World Bank, Ghana has the opportunity to explore alternative, more strategic […] The post Maritime

By Dr. J. K. Kwakye1 The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) will hold its 123rd 3-Day Meeting starting from Monday, 24th March, 2025, after which the Committee will announce its decision on the benchmark Policy Rate (PR). At its last two meetings held in November and March, the MPC kept […] The post Challenging times for Bank of Ghana’s monetary policy

By Edward Adjei Frimpong In response to decreasing financial aid for research activities, including the U.S. government’s recent freeze on USAID funding, Minister of Environment, Science, and Technology, Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, has announced a strategic shift towards the commercialization of research outputs. The initiative he noted aims at generating internal funds to support scientific research […] The post Gov’t

At the recent Women in Marketing Real Talk Debate Series held in Accra, Ghana, Emma Wenani, Chief Director at Global Media Alliance (GMA), had a Fireside Chat session with Ato Forson where she shared valuable insights on the evolving role of AI in marketing, media, and business development. In the engaging conversation, she discussed how […] The post AI’s role

A new report by CUTS International Accra, a research and advocacy think-tank, suggests that about half of Ghanaian consumers lack awareness of their rights, leaving them vulnerable to poor service, excessive charges and ineffective complaint resolution. Its findings show that 55.5 percent of telecom users, 55.98 percent of banking customers and 76 percent of e-commerce […] The post Editorial:

In fulfillment of a campaign promise by President Mahama, the Ministry of Transport has started official processes to regularise operations of motorcycles for commercial use. Motorcycle transport for commercial purposes, otherwise known as ‘Okada’, has provided employment for thousands of young people although that mode of transport is yet to be commercialised. To that effect, […] The post Editorial:

The UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC), in collaboration with the British High Commission, has hosted its second consecutive International Women’s Day Networking Brunch. The event, sponsored by British Airways and hosted at the British High Commissioner’s residence on Friday, 14 March, was themed, “Enhancing Women’s Leadership and Representation in Decision-Making Across Industries.” The objective of […] The post UKGCC

Professor Felix Nikoi Hammond, PDB Land Administration and Real Estate Services  As the Minister of Finance puts it, Ghana’s 2025 budget, presented against a backdrop of economic headwinds, outlines a bold plan to “reset” the nation’s finances and stimulate sustainable growth. While fiscal consolidation, debt management, mining, and targeted social interventions take center stage, the […] The post How

‘Hosts inaugural Conference to drive business growth’ GBfoods Ghana, a leading food manufacturing company and market leader in tomato cooking bases and taste enhancers, has successfully hosted its inaugural Key Distributor Conference. The event, held in Accra and Kumasi, brought together key trade partners from across the country to discuss business strategies, enhance collaboration, and […] The post GBfoods

‘Hosts inaugural Conference to drive business growth’ GBfoods Ghana, a leading food manufacturing company and market leader in tomato cooking bases and taste enhancers, has successfully hosted its inaugural Key Distributor Conference. The event, held in Accra and Kumasi, brought together key trade partners from across the country to discuss business strategies, enhance collaboration, and […] The post GBfoods

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO Ghana loses approximately US$3billion each year to corruption, depriving the nation of critical resources needed for development, according to President of the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC), Beauty Nartey. Speaking at the Strengthening the rule of law and fight against corruption in Ghana project’s launch – an initiative by the German Development […] The post US$3bn