The Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) has told a meeting of global investors in Canada that MIIF is ready to co-invest with investors seeking opportunities into the minerals sub-sector in Ghana. This he said, is in line with the strategic objective of MIIF to support the quest to make Ghana […] The post MIIF
By Prof. Samuel Lartey [email protected] In the ancient tale of the Trojan War, the Greeks gifted the city of Troy with a large wooden horse, hiding soldiers inside to infiltrate the city’s impenetrable walls. This story is emblematic of modern financial deception, where money laundering acts as the Trojan horse in the global financial system. […] The post
By Ernestina MENSAH The Ghanaian economy is expected to enter a recovery phase in 2024 under the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme, driven by stronger private consumption. Market players forecast the economy to expand by about 3.5 percent in 2024, up from a lower growth of 2.7 percent recorded in 2023. However, IMF and the […] The post Managing risk in a recovering
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU [email protected] The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced a series of measures aimed at addressing excess liquidity in the market, in a strategic move to bolster lending to the private sector. Dr. Ernest Addison, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, disclosing the measures during the 117th MPC meeting’s press briefing in […] The post BoG
Accra Mall, the leading shopping centre in the capital city, has outlined various activities lined up to deliver a memorable Easter experience to the public. March 2024 looks like a packed month in Ghana. Aside from the predictable Independence Day on March 6, International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8 and the celebrations of Ghana’s […] The post Accra
Adamus Resources successfully defended its office premises against an attempted takeover by BCM Ghana on Monday, March 25, 2024. Represented by its legal person and accompanied by security operatives from K9, BCM Ghana’s efforts were thwarted by Adamus Resources’ security personnel and the Ghana Police Service. The dispute stems from a legal decision by the […] The post
By Emmanuel AKOMEA The Minister of Finance Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has announced plans to streamline port charges following a visit to the Tema port and discussions with Customs officials and agents. The decision seeks to tackle the multitude of charges at the country’s sea ports, curb duty evasion and address challenges in handling transit […] The post Port
Ecobank, the pan-African financial services group, announces the appointment of key senior executives to strengthen the Group’s leadership team and to drive delivery of its new Growth, Transformation and Returns (GTR) strategy. Abena Osei-Poku joins as Regional Executive Anglophone West Africa and Managing Director Ecobank Ghana; Martin Miruka as Group Executive for Transformation, Enablement and […] The post
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU ([email protected]) The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Ghana has announced its decision to maintain the monetary policy rate at 29 percent, citing persisting upside risks to inflation. Dr. Ernest Addison, Governor of the central bank, disclosed the rationale behind the decision during the 117th MPC meeting’s press briefing […] The post
Banking and finance heavyweights will headline the maiden edition of the Women in Business (WIB) dialogue series today at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Accra. The event, organised by the B&FT, Africa’s leading source of relevant business information, will feature prominent figures, including Dr. Edith Dankwa, Board Chair of B&FT, and Kosi Yankey-Ayeh, Chief […] The post
By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The International Development Agency (IDA) of the World Bank has given approval for an additional US$40million grants to the Accelerating Impacts of CGIAR-Climate Research for Africa project (AICCRA). The bank described the gesture as a significant step toward advancing climate-smart agriculture (CSA) technologies and addressing critical gaps in climate resilience and food […] The post
By Sandra Agyeiwaa OTOO The prestigious Outstanding Public Sector Personality of the Year Award was awarded to Professor Kwaku Appiah-Adu (PhD, FGA), a distinguished figure in the Republic of Ghana’s governance and strategic landscape. Holding the esteemed position of Senior Policy Advisor at the Vice President’s Secretariat – Office of the President, Prof. Appiah-Adu stands […] The post
In a spirit of fostering interfaith relations and cultural understanding, a delegation from GBfoods Ghana, led by Mr David Afflu, General Manager, recently paid a courtesy visit to His Eminence Sheikh Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, the National Chief Imam of Ghana, at his residence in Fadama. The visit, coinciding with the holy month of Ramadan, allowed […] The post
Co-founder of All Smile Dental Clinic, Dr. Emma Oliveira, has been honored with the prestigious title of Regional Brand Chair in West Africa at the Caribbean Global Awards (CGA). This recognition underscores her remarkable dedication and tireless efforts to drive positive change across the continent. Throughout her career, Dr. Oliveira has consistently demonstrated a steadfast […] The post
Some industry players , companies and leaders have been honored at the inaugural Corporate Leadership Excellence Awards held in Accra for their exceptional performance in the corporate world over the years. In total more than More than fifteen outstanding individuals and organisations that have contributed immensely towards the growth and development of the country beyond […] The post
By Emmanuel ACQUAH-SAM (Ph.D.) I write this article about a national cathedral for the God of Heaven and Earth with deep solemnity and humility. Since President Nana Akufo-Addo Danquah announced his intention to build it, the cathedral has been the subject of sacrilegious discussions domestically and internationally. For many, the point of contention has been […] The post The
Like the Brits in London, so is the GaDangme people of the Greater Accra region and parts of the Eastern region (the Krobo and Shai areas). They hold sway to the development of the country and nothing can change that fact. Let’s not be weary and/or tired of talking about them. At best studying them […] The post The GaDangme Concept of Development:
… The “Tso lorry” era By Nannah Aba OFORI -DANKWA Before the buses, during the era of trains, the Bedford trucks – casually known as the “bone shaker”, Arrow Glass, and Tso Lorry amongst others – were the major means of transportation in Ghana. let’s take a nostalgic trip down memory lane to the days […] The post Motoring with Bob Roco ROMEO:
In Akyem, the Learnership Trainee Programme has been instrumental in providing young people with the skills needed for building careers in mining. Launched in November 2015, the initiative is part of Newmont’s effort to contribute to the local community by training youth in operational and employable skills. As the programme entered its eighth (8th) year […] The post
The Executive Director of Agrihouse Foundation, Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, will address a global audience at the International Business Models in Agriculture in Kigali, Rwanda on March 25th – 28th on the topic: unlocking the potential of the rural youth (women and men) for innovation in the agriculture sector. The International Business Models in Agriculture […] The post
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