Speaking at the African Youth Conference on Natural Resource and Environmental Governance (AYC-NREG 2025) in Accra, Paul Twum-Barimah, former Member of Parliament for Dormaa East and a recognised advocate for sustainable energy and climate policy, has called for the creation of a National Youth Green Finance Facility in Ghana to unlock capital for youth-led green […] The post Paul

This article is written by the Chartered Institute of Supply Chain Management – Ghana (CISCM), of which I am an Eminent Member and Subject Matter Expert on Innovations & Business Development. The Core Principles of ISCM The Concept of the Remote Cause – This is referred to as the principle of ensuring that before any […] The post Continuation of the Integrated

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi Stakeholders in the agribusiness sector have cautioned that persistent challenges in skills development and access to finance continue to undermine agricultural productivity, despite the industry’s vast potential. Speaking at a panel discussion during the Harnessing Agricultural Productivity and Prosperity for Youth (HAPPY) Agri-SME and Finance Summit – organised by the Mastercard […] The post Agriculture

By Sandra Agyeiwaa Otoo Deputy Chairman-General Services, National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), Victor K. Brobbey has expressed grave concern about the erosion of Ghana’s ethical standards, warning that corruption is no longer only a governance problem but also a cultural one. Speaking at a national dialogue on the rule of law and fight against […] The post Ethical standards

The newly launched GCB Hajj Savings Account has received strong support from Islamic scholars, youth and community leaders in Tamale, with the general consensus being that it is a significant initiative which will enable more Ghanaian Muslims to prepare financially and spiritually for the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. At the Tamale launch last Thursday, the […] The post GCB

By Christabel DANSO ABEAM Despite growing interest in ride-hailing as a source of income, few women are taking up driving roles on Yango’s platform in Ghana. According to Public Relations Manager (PRM) Yango Africa, Bennet Otoo, the company currently has “just over ten women drivers”. Speaking to B&FT after a media stakeholder engagement in Accra, […] The post Few

Access to capital is a make-or-break issue for new firms. Across World Bank Enterprise Surveys, SME managers repeatedly report that “access to finance is the most important” obstacle they face, a constraint that suppresses firm entry, growth and job creation. In entrepreneurial research, Evans & Jovanovic (1989) show that liquidity constraints materially shape who becomes […] The post The

Hailing from Tema in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana, Hayapawa is a rising force in the world of Afrobeats, Afropop, and Highlife-a passionate, innovative, and versatile artist whose sound reflects both his roots and his vision for the future. The name Hayapawa is more than a stage name; it is a tribute to God, […] The post Hayapawa blends Afrobeat, highlife in spiritually

When you drive through Accra, Kumasi, Takoradi, Tamale, or even some of our smaller towns, one common sight accosts the eye: filth. Piles of refuse by the roadside, clogged gutters spilling into streets, plastic bags swirling in the wind like restless spirits. For too long, this has been the unflattering portrait of our country. A […] The post Reflections

Christabel DANSO ABEAM  MobileMoney Limited (MoMo), an affiliate of MTN Ghana, has unveiled the MoMo Business Application (App) – a new digital solution designed to make financial management for merchants simple and aid the development of small medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the country. The Chief Products and Services Officer – MobileMoney Limited, Sylvia Otuo Acheampong, […] The post MTN

By Rejoice Esi Asante (PhD) Every organization desires to have responsible and engaged employees, who can contribute to the success of the business. The more educated the workforce, the more skilled they become to contribute to productivity. Businesses are therefore preoccupied with increasing profitability with the available resources at their disposal. This has led to […] The post Human

In the current business environment, where strategy, finance, and marketing often claim the spotlight, the Human Resources function has traditionally been viewed as a supporting player, the stage crew ensuring the lights stay on and the props are in place.  This perception, however, is a dangerous anachronism. In today’s knowledge-driven, hyper-regulated, and socially transparent economy, […] The post HR

Hubtel, Ghana’s leading payment service provider has appointed Simon Poole and Marjorie Saint-Lot to its Management Advisory Council, strengthening its vision to expand across Africa and reinforce its position as one of the continent’s most trusted digital commerce and payment enabler. The addition of Simon Poole and Marjorie Saint-Lot to its advisory leadership brings extensive […] The post Simon

Africa stands on the brink of a seismic shift, with the world watching to see if it will step boldly into the future. The answer hinges on the type of leadership embraced; a move away from the traditional, transactional style rooted in positional authority and short-term gains that has long defined the continent. This era […] The post Insights

By: Afua Kyemenu CAIQUO & Prof. Elijah YENDAW Adwoa Asempa lives in Abokobi and works in the central business district of Accra. She ends up spending long periods or hours commuting to work every day owing to traffic congestions and arriving an  hour or two late. Furthermore, Adwoa takes off earlier than the stipulated closing […] The post Unveiling the impact of flexible

By Prof. Wayne DUNN The real reason ESG and the SDGs matter is simple: they create value. When you integrate them, costs fall, revenue grows, risks shrink and competitiveness strengthens. This isn’t theory; it’s playing out in finance, procurement and talent markets. Sustainability has moved from “good optics” to a bottom-line imperative. Too often, organisations […] The post Integrating

In a significant step toward developing Ghana’s electric vehicle (EV) talent pipeline, EV House LTD, through its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative, hosted an educational and hands-on training session at the Accra Technical Training Center (ATTC). The event was attended by selected students, staff technicians, and academic leadership, including the Principal of ATTC, Mr. Arko Domotey. The highlight […] The post EV

By J. N. Halm The Competitive Intelligence Gap Another manifestation of this tendency to build for nobody is the propensity to ignore competitive dynamics. Product-obsessed entrepreneurs often believe that superior quality alone will guarantee success. They assume that customers will naturally recognise and choose the better product, regardless of price, availability, marketing, or convenience factors. […] The post Building

By Raymond Denteh Agriculture remains the backbone of Ghana’s economy. Evidence indicates that it employs around 35–39% of the population and contributes more than 20% of the national GDP. Cocoa, maize, rice, poultry, horticultural crops, etc, sustain millions of households, especially in rural communities. Yet, the sector faces long-standing challenges, including inadequate finance, unreliable input […] The post ICT4Ag:

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The Bank of Ghana is urging lenders to make greater use of risk-sharing mechanisms in expanding credit to small and medium-sized enterprises, which it says remain underserved despite their central role in the economy. Governor Johnson Pandit Asiama said that risk-sharing models such as partial credit […] The post Leverage