Business
Don’t hang onto industries you can’t maintain and run – Otumfuo to Gov’t
Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has urged the government to diversify companies it cannot maintain and run efficiently. According to him, there are a number of government companies and entities that are struggling that can do well with private partnerships. He disclosed this during the commissioning of a 430-kilometre natural gas pipeline by Genser Energy […]
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Business
BoG’s Cash Reserve Ratios hampering private sector credit – Analysts warn
Credit to the private sector by banks will continue to squeeze due to the Bank of Ghana’s high Credit Reserve Ratios (CRR). This is one of the key findings and conclusion of a research paper by banking consultant, Dr. Richmond Atuahene and data and research analyst, Isaac Kofi Agyei. The report titled ‘Thirsty Banks: Ghana’s […]
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Banking & Finance
Editorial: Credit crunch affecting private sector
Fresh data from the Bank of Ghana (BoG) shows banks still favour investments in government securities over and above extending credit to the private sector, meaning that businesses have access to less purchasing power in real terms. Governor Ernest Addison, in a press briefing for the 117th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meetings, revealed that compared […]
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Education
Scrap 30% priority placement system – GNAPS to govt
The Ghana National Association of Private Schools (GNAPS) has called on the government to scrap the 30% priority SHS placement system, which denies private school students placement in Category A schools. According to the association, the unfair system must be abolished as it impedes the rights of private school students. Speaking at the Ghana National […]
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Featured
I’ll restore original names of public universities renamed by Akufo-Addo – Mahama
The flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has vowed to reverse the names President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo gave some public universities in the country if he is re-elected as president in the 2024 polls. Some public universities were renamed by the President when he assumed office. For instance, the […]
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Features
Championing Data Protection Day: Cultivating a Privacy Culture in Organizations and Personal Spaces
In an age dominated by digital interactions and the incessant flow of information, the significance of safeguarding personal and organizational data has never been more pronounced. Recognizing the importance of data protection, Data Protection Day, observed annually on January 28th, serves as a poignant reminder of the collective responsibility to uphold privacy standards. In this […]
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GTEC approves new courses for Universities
Over 1000 programmes have been approved by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) for study by public universities across the country. GTEC says the programmes will help streamline the academic calendar of tertiary institutions. Director-General of GTEC, Dr. Ahmed Abdulai Jinapor explained that a new body will be established to monitor such programmes by public […]
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Education
TEWU directs members to join universities’ senior staff strike
The Teachers and Educational Workers Union of TUC Ghana has joined the ongoing industrial action declared by the Senior Staff Association of Universities of Ghana (SSA-UoG). The Senior Staff Association of the Public Universities in Ghana and the Federation of Universities Senior Staff (FUSSAG) declared an indefinite nationwide strike on January 17, 2024, over the […]
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Education
Address concerns of senior staff of universities – NUGS to govt
The National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) is urging the government to swiftly address the demands of the Senior Staff Associations of the universities in the country. Senior Staff Association of the Public Universities in Ghana (SSA-UoG) and the Federation of Universities Senior Staff (FUSSAG) on Wednesday 17 January 2024, declared an indefinite nationwide strike […]
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Health
Private health facilities to halt acceptance of private health insurance
The Private Health Facilities Association of Ghana has issued a stern warning, declaring its intention to cease accepting Private Health Insurance soon. This decision stems from the National Health Insurance Authority’s failure to regulate Private Insurance Companies, resulting in arrears owed to its members. According to the association, this has resulted in their inability to […]
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Columnist
Synergizing Academia: The path forward for private universities
The role of private universities in Ghana, especially in terms of their contributions to education services delivery, is multifaceted. Private universities have become increasingly significant in the Ghanaian education sector for several reasons: Expansion of Access to Higher Education: Private universities have provided additional opportunities for tertiary education, especially important in areas where public universities […]
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General
NACOKINGS supports private member’s bill for extension of Muslim holidays
The National Conference of Muslim Kings, Muslim Paramount Chiefs, and Imams (NACOKINGS) has expressed its unwavering support for the private member’s bill currently before Parliament, advocating for the extension of Muslim holidays. The bill contrasts with the current practice of only observing one day each for the two Eids. Francis-Xavier Sosu, the Member of Parliament […]
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Aviation
McDan Aviation Obtains AOC both Ghana and San Marino: Elevating standard in private aviation
KEY HIGHLIGHTS: Safety First: McDan Aviation Services has consistently prioritized safety throughout its operations. The AOC further solidifies the company’s commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards in the industry. Rigorous safety protocols, continuous training, and adherence to regulatory guidelines are at the core of McDan Aviation’s operational philosophy. Operational Excellence: The attainment of the […]
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General News
Govt Determined To Support Tech Universities
One of the graduates, Ebenezer Quaicoe with his family The government is determined to provide adequate funding for technical universities to help create an environment that foster relevance to
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