By Isaac Boadi(Prof) Ghana stands at a precipice. While the nation battles debt distress, inflation, and austerity measures, a silent crisis threatens to push it further into fiscal chaos: tax revenue hemorrhage. Billions of cedis vanish annually through systemic leakages, depriving the state of funds critical for healthcare, education, and infrastructure. Drawing on reports from […] The post Bleeding

By Ben TAGOE  In the field of cybersecurity, spear phishing is a very cunning type of attack. Unlike the broad and usual phishing attacks that target a wide number of people, spear phishing is specifically aimed at certain individuals, groups or organizations making it highly. This precision not only increases the likelihood of success for […] The post Spear Phishing: A targeted approach

In a significant step towards addressing the pressing job gaps in Ghana’s digital economy and supporting the Government’s employment initiative, Mobex Africa recently convened preliminary discussions with key stakeholders, including the National Communications Authority (NCA), the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) Association of Ghana, and the Accra Digital Centre. This collaborative dialogue aims to align efforts […] The post Towards

By Samuel ALESU-DORDZI Article 36(5) of the 1992 Constitution imposes an obligation on the Ghanaian state to take “appropriate measures needed to protect and safeguard the national environment for posterity”. The constitution further recognises the need for collaborations to protect the wider “international environment for mankind”. In more ways than one, the Environmental Protection Act, […] The post Overview

The Ghana Shea Employers Association (GSEA) is renewing calls for an immediate ban on the export of raw shea nuts, citing the growing threat to local processors, value chain actors and the broader economy, particularly in Northern Region. GSEA addressed media in Tamale recently and appealed for government and policymakers to implement urgent interventions to […] The post Editorial:

The Ghana Hotels Association (GHA) wants greater stakeholder engagement and enhanced transparency in the Tourism Development Fund’s administration. The Association’s president, Dr. Edward Ackah-Nyamike Jnr., voiced dissatisfaction with opacity surrounding the Tourism Development Fund which is financed through levies collected from industry establishments. “We remain in the dark regarding balance of the Fund, how it […] The post Editorial:

By Kenneth Owusu Asante Amponsah Ghana’s public sector is central to national development. It delivers essential services, drives major infrastructure projects, and oversees vast fiscal responsibilities. Yet, year after year, reports from the Auditor-General and the Public Accounts Committee highlight recurring issues: procurement irregularities, underperformance of SOEs, lapses in project delivery, and financial leakages. At […] The post Strengthening

Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has described the energy sector as the biggest economic threat currently facing the country. Speaking during a deep-dive session on the Ghana Energy Compact under Mission 300 at the World Bank, he warned that the sector is grappling with a financial shortfall of approximately US$2 billion annually. Dr. Forson […] The post Energy

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU African central bank governors have urged the International Monetary Fund to overhaul its debt sustainability framework, saying the current model fails to reflect the continent’s unique economic vulnerabilities. The call came during the African Consultative Group Meeting held in Washington on Tuesday, April 22, where the Bank of Ghana Governor, Dr. […] The post BoG

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU and Ebenezer Chike Adjei Njoku Government must address its inverted yield curve, restore debt sustainability and implement far-reaching fiscal and revenue reforms before re-entering the domestic bond market, according to a new policy paper authored by Dr. Richmond Atuahene – a banking consultant and financial sector expert. The 95-page analysis, titled […] The post Fix

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY The Journalists for Responsible Fisheries and Environment (JRFE) has called on the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development (MoFAD) to ensure strict compliance with all scientific measures aimed at replenishing the country’s dwindling fish stocks. Since the introduction of the 2014 Fisheries Management Plan, Ghana has implemented annual closed seasons for […] The post JRFE

Deputy Minister of Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has called on ECOWAS member states to renew their commitment to the regional bloc’s founding vision as the organisation marks its 50th anniversary. Addressing the media on the sidelines of the opening of the special ECOWAS Council of Ministers meeting in Accra on Monday, Mr Ampem, who represented […] The post Deputy Fin Minister

The Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) leveraged technology to drive customer experience at the Kwahu Business Forum held on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Mpraeso in the Eastern Region. The high-level business forum brought together financial institutions, private sector leaders, MSMEs, government officials, and global businesses as part of a comprehensive Kwahu Easter Business Dialogue under […] The post ADB

Portia Dzifa Dzilah from Pakro Anglican Basic School, has made history as the first-ever Ghanaian  regional winner of the 2025 Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards organised by Cambridge University Press and Assessment in Sub-Saharan Africa. Selected by the judges for her incredible dedication to the young people in her community, Portia is the first Ghanaian teacher […] The post Portia

The Rotary Club of Accra-Airport is celebrating 25 years of transformative service and impactful community development, marking a significant milestone since its chartering on 18th April, 2000. From its humble beginnings with 22 charter members, the club has grown into a dynamic 71-member organisation, embodying the Rotary ideal of “Service Above Self”. Founded under the […] The post Rotary

By Elliot WILLIAMS Best Assurance Company, an indigenous non-life insurance business has bounced back to the cutting edge of Ghana’s insurance market with the imminent introduction of its Worldwide Travel Insurance policies to Ghanaians. The new policies – most of which offer worldwide cover – are being offered through a collaboration between Best Assurance and  […] The post Best

By Dela AGBO As Ghana moves to reset its economy under the Mahama administration, there is a renewed focus on one of the most powerful yet underfunded sectors of the economy: Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). SMEs account for more than 80% of businesses in Ghana and employ the majority of the workforce. Yet, their […] The post Resetting

“Criticism is easy, but it does not create.” – Nigerian proverb As we strive to find meaning in our relationships, we realize that we have to make choices; lots of them. These choices travel along the highway, glittering on the right and speckling on the left. Without a helicopter view, the options always appear to […] The post The Attitude Lounge with Kodwo BRUMPON: Choices

Societe Generale Ghana has successfully hosted the first mini draw of its Deposit and Drive  Campaign, rewarding 40 lucky customers with high-value prizes including ultra-modern televisions, air fryers, microwaves, blenders, and sleek mobile phones. The event, held on Monday, April 14th, marks a thrilling milestone in the bank’s campaign to promote financial resilience through savings. […] The post  40

In an era of evolving security threats, Ghana’s aviation industry faces the challenge of modernizing its approach to airport security. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changing technology in this sector. According to Allied Market Research, the global market for aerospace artificial intelligence was valued at $373.6 million in 2020 and is projected to […] The post Embracing