Alan Kay, a computer scientist & pioneer in the design and development of the first modern windowed computer desktop interface, said “the best way to predict the future is to invent it,”. Well, that invented future is here today and it’s awesome to see what it is has brought to humankind. Technological advancements, as seen […] The post #MoneyReport2023:

Ghana Education Service (GES), the statutory body in charge of running education at the pre-tertiary levels, has restored the academic calendar to the pre-COVID-19 era. The GES, after almost three academic calendar years of consciously trying to restore the calendar, has made progress, subsequently, the first term of the 2023/2024 academic year begins on October […] The post

A symbiosistical indispensability of GRA, MMDAs and LVD in property rate revenue mobilisation The discourse on the paradigm shift in the collection of property rates in Ghana continues to reverberate far and wide. There seems to be confusion among the citizenry as stakeholders have varied views on the valuation, imposition and the collection of the […] The post Property

Personalisation is the new magic word in service delivery. This practice is gaining popularity, but you’ll notice that many brands are still struggling to figure out how to do it.  It is time for brands to truly understand their customers as unique individuals. No more lumping us all together and making assumptions about our needs […] The post Personalisation:

The frequency of military coups in Africa is a fact that no longer shocks the international community. Since 1946, the continent has weathered an astonishing 224 coup attempts. To bring the stark numbers into sharper focus, 45 of Africa’s 54 countries have faced at least one coup attempt, and the average African state has contended […] The post Chronicles

Introduction In the contemporary landscape, the Internet stands as a potent force driving a comprehensive revolution within this present epoch. Its presence has streamlined communication, transportation, education, healthcare and production processes, rendering them more accessible and efficient. Artificial Intelligence has pushed boundaries in the way computers are used to operate and function to make human […] The post

Introduction: Situated in the heart of West Africa, Ghana, often referred to as the “Gateway to Africa,” stands as a testament to potential and hope. With its rich tapestry of history, diverse cultural heritage, and a burgeoning youthful demographic, the nation is on the cusp of an economic renaissance. However, like any journey of progress, […] The post

for the ‘missing middle’ In the vast expanse of financial services, the narrative of the ‘missing middle’ has persistently plagued economies around the world. Ghana, with its dynamic economy and vibrant entrepreneurial spirit, has not been immune to this challenge. However, amid this gap, a unique solution has emerged in the form of Savings and […] The post

Green bonds are a type of debt instrument issued by governments, organisations or corporations to raise funds specifically for projects with environmental benefits. These projects aim to address climate change, promote sustainability and contribute in the transition to a low-carbon economy. In recent years, green bonds have gained significant traction as investors seek opportunities to […] The post

The Bank of Ghana Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) faces a pivotal decision in its upcoming meeting scheduled from September 19th to 22nd. With inflation showing signs of easing, market watchers favour a retention of the key policy rate. After three consecutive months of upticks since May 2023, headline inflation for August reversed course… easing to […] The post Market

Absa Bank has disbursed an impressive GH¢100million under its 10 percent SME loan programme, marking a significant milestone that demonstrates the bank’s longstanding commitment to empowering and driving the growth of SMEs in Ghana. The initiative, which is in partnership with Mastercard Foundation, is a landmark financing programme from the bank to help transform the […] The post

Deputy Managing Director of InvestCorp Asset Management Limited (InvestCorp), Kwabena Ofori Apeagyei, has expressed optimism about the investment climate, with expectation of a rebound despite the sector’s recent challenges, which have significantly affected growth. He echoed the words of encouragement by the Chairman of the InvestCorp Money Market Fund (IMMF), Kofi Boateng who said: “Currently, […] The post

Despite the importance of standardisation in the globalised world, there is still little or non-existent standards in many sectors of the country’s economy – a situation Minister of Trade and Industry, Kobina Tahir Hammond, has expressed worry about. The deficiency in standardisation poses several risks including reduced product quality, value and safety, significantly undermining efforts to increase exports […] The post

Stakeholders of the Boosting Green Employment and Enterprise Opportunities in Ghana (GrEEn) Project believe that with the right support, training and financing, many young Ghanaians could become great entrepreneurs. According to the Minister of Employment and Labour Relations, Ignatius Baffour Awuah, through the EU-funded GrEEn Project, lots of the youths and unemployed graduates have been […] The post

The third edition of the International Coconut Festival Ghana (ICFG), has been scheduled to take place from the 26th to the 28th of September, 2023, in Sekondi-Takoradi, the Western Regional capital. The event which is expected to bring together key stakeholders in the coconut value chain both locally and abroad, is aimed at highlighting the […] The post 3rd

AI Energy Group has called on stakeholders, especially regulators, to find lasting solutions for challenges facing the bunker industry in order to attract buyers into the African markets. Speaking at the International Bunker and Industry Association (IBIA) Bunker Shipping conference in Accra, Business Development Manager-AI Energy Group, Theodora Ashare, said though the African bunkering industry […] The post