By Dr. Christoph KAPP Anansi Green Energy The Swiss renewable energy company NEK Umwelttechnik AG (NEK) has been developing in the past years six large-scale onshore wind farms in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana, which are ready for implementation. The total capacity to be installed is approximately 1,300 MW through the six projects. These […] The post
By Kizito CUDJOE The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has said some of its best-trained personnel are being lured away by competing state entities while others repatriate abroad upon completion of higher studies sponsored by the authority despite still under bond. According to Director-General of GSA Prof. Alex Dodoo, for instance, one of the personnel currently […] The post GSA
By Bernard L. TETTEH-DUMANYA (Dr) Tax amnesty, often touted as a quick fix for revenue shortfalls and non-compliance issues, presents a double-edged sword for developing economies. While it promises immediate gains in tax revenue and compliance rates, its long-term repercussions on economic growth can be profound and adverse. My write-up delves into the dangers of […] The post
By Constance GBEDZO On paper, Ghana is considered a very well organized society. Talk about banking and financial services, cocoa merchandising, mining, power, oil and gas, food, etc., we have good legal framework, good organizational structures, and well trained human capital. These organizational structures are to ensure good decision making processes. Surprise to note however […] The post
By John TENGEY Tobacco use is a major global public health concern. Tobacco consumption has been linked with life-threatening conditions such as cancer, heart disease, stroke, lung diseases, diabetes, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Also, it increases risk for tuberculosis, certain eye diseases, and some immune system conditions, […] The post
By Indermit GILL and M. Ayhan KOSE They are home to a quarter of humanity – 1.9 billion people. They possess prized natural resources, including one-fifth of the world’s copper and gold reserves, as well as many of the rare metals essential for the transition to clean energy. Their working-age populations are set to expand […] The post The world cannot
By Samuel Kweku KUMAH In the heart of Ghana’s financial sector, a pivotal transformation is underway, marked by the Bank of Ghana’s introduction of its Sustainable Banking Principles in 2019. The Ghana Sustainable Banking Principles reflect a process-led initiative to take account of the environmental considerations, social inclusion, and good governance in the lending decision-making […] The post
By Desmond BREDU One of the most frequent buzzwords in personal finances is financial independence and financial freedom. Even though these words are frequently used, many people need to understand what they truly mean. In this article, I look at dissecting financial independence, how different it is from financial freedom and how we can, as […] The post Accelerating financial
…a home owner’s dilemma I find that an easy ice breaker for people in social settings is to ask about your job or an insight into a topical industry matter. At the recent launch of realtors association, I wasn’t disappointed in the least when barely 10 minutes into the program, I was served with the […] The post REAL ESTATE MINUTE With Cyril
Okyenhene Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin II has encouraged governments and business leaders to decentralise their operations to accelerate development. He said this when the senior management team of Telecel Ghana, a leading telecommunications company in Ghana, paid a courtesy call on him. The visit was aimed at advancing a stronger relationship between Telecel Ghana and […] The post
The newly established industrial salt production plant worth US$88million at Ada in the Greater Accra Region is estimated to yield about US$2billion to the economy in the short to medium term. The project holds the potential to become the country’s leading export commodity to the African market under the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). […] The post
By Peter DOYLE Exiting a longstanding currency union – as Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger propose to do by leaving the CFA franc zone, comprised of West African states that use the French-backed currency pegged to the euro – is not a decision to be taken lightly. For the departing members, in particular, alternative monetary […] The post Leaving
From sunrise to sunset, no water or food for long hours. Then, breaking the fast at sunset, followed by one to two more meals before dawn. Meals during Ramadan are often more abundant and richer than usual, consumed at unusual hours of the night. As the sacred month of Ramadan comes to an end with […] The post Reestablishing
…the case of Regent University College of Science and Technology By Samuel LARTEY (Prof) In Ghana, private universities are currently facing significant challenges in delivering quality education due to a combination of economic constraints, logistical issues, and technological disparities. The recent economic downturn has exacerbated financial pressures on both students and educational institutions, leading to […] The post
By Issahaku YAKUBU Islam is based on five core principles; adhering to these principles is essential for being recognized as a follower of the Islamic faith. These principles, also known as the Five Pillars of Islam, include Shahadah (belief in the oneness of God, Allah SWT), Salat (prayer), Sawm (fasting), Zakat (charity), and Hajj (pilgrimage […] The post Beyond
By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY Construction has begun on transforming the 23-kilometre Takoradi-Agona Nkwanta road into a dual carriageway, as part of the N1 Highway expansion. Awarded to Justmoh Construction Limited, the project includes the construction of four major bridges and numerous culverts, funded by GCB Bank PLC. The project, slated for completion within 24 months, […] The post
By Ishac DIWAN & Vera SONGWE For the first time in two years, some low-income and lower-middle-income countries (LMICs) can access the bond market. But many others remain still in dire need of liquidity and face punishing interest rates. Amid this ongoing crisis, the Finance for Development Lab’s proposal for a “liquidity bridge” that would […] The post Developing
GCB Bank has presented a newly constructed 4-unit classroom block together with overhead water tanks and rehabilitated washrooms to the Kwaman Methodist School located in the Abura Asebu Kwamankese District of the Central Region. The newly constructed classroom block will help provide a conducive learning environment for students of the school and also enhance the […] The post GCB
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Ernest Addison, has called for further enhancements to the G20 Common Framework for debt relief, urging the international community to leverage the Global Sovereign Debt Roundtable (GSDR) to promote a rapid, transparent and equitable resolution of debt. The GSDR is an initiative aimed […] The post Governor
As Ghana’s cocoa sector is diminishing at a faster rate as well as coconut, the citrus and juice industry are likely to be the next game-changer of the country’ economic woes as it currently stands to rake in over US$300million per annum through the exports of these local fruits to the international market. This could […] The post Ekumfi
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