Propelling Technological Innovation In Ghana The winners of the inaugural Accra Mobility Prediction Hackathon, organized by Zindi Africa and powered by Yango Group, a global technology company specializing in daily services, have been revealed. The event took place at The University of Ghana, Legon Campus on November 23rd, 2024. Over 200 data science students and […] The post

By Elliot WILLIAMS Pinnacle Life Insurance is the latest brand name in Ghana’s vibrant life insurance industry, having emerged out of the rebranding of Donewell Life Insurance, a company that has been an active industry participant, first as a division of the composite insurance offering Donewell Insurance from 1993 to 2008, and subsequently as a […] The post Pinnacle

Ghana’s agricultural sector is facing mounting challenges, particularly from climate change, food security issues, and the urgent need for market-driven solutions. Speaking at the 14th Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition, Mr Reuben Binpori, the Inclusive Business Models Expert for the European Union Ghana Agricultural Programme (EUGAP), emphasized the critical need for a renewed commitment […] The post

By Buertey Francis BORYOR The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has launched the “Abating Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Obsolete RAC Equipment in Ghana and Nigeria” (AGORA) project in Accra. The AGORA initiative, aimed at accelerating the transition to energy-efficient and climate-friendly refrigerators and air conditioners (RAC) in […] The post

Volkswagen Ghana, a market leader in the local automobile manufacturing industry, has officially unveiled its new addition to the fleet of locally assembled vehicles, the all-new Amarok, to serve the West African sub-region. The new Amarok in design, is more than a truck and a statement. With a combination of thoughtful and innovative features, performance, […] The post

Tema Tank Farm (TTF), Ghana’s leading privately-owned petroleum depot in the country, has celebrated its 2,000 days without lost time injury (LTI). This is the first time that a company in the country’s petroleum downstream industry has ever achieved the record. TTF, who is responsible for managing the terminal owned by Chase Logistics both under […] The post Tema

By David Doe FIERGBOR Insurtech firms are crucial in expanding insurance coverage, particularly for underserved populations. Compared to traditional insurers, these agile firms leverage technology to reach customers who previously found insurance products inaccessible or overly complex. The emergence of Insurtech aligns with the concept of financial inclusion, which has been a focal point of […] The post

By Patrick Sassou ABAH-DAKOU “I can’t take it any more. I can’t take it any more,” were the words of an executive during an emotional intelligence training some months ago. She could not hold back her tears anymore before the other executives. Her emotional reservoir was full of negative emotions and pains and was just […] The post The critical role

In a landmark launch of its 25th anniversary celebration and the 6th Corporate Governance Excellence Awards, the Institute of Directors-Ghana (IoD-Gh) has conferred its most prestigious accolade, the Director of the Year award, on Professor Douglas Boateng. This honour recognizes his exemplary leadership, unwavering dedication to accountability, and relentless commitment to societal advancement. A visionary […] The post

Vice Chancellor-Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) Professor Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa has urged Ghana’s financial analysts to incorporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations into their analyses and decision-making. It formed part of the keynote address read on his behalf at the Chartered Institute of Financial and Investment Analysts, Ghana (CIFIAG) 2024 Annual Conference. Mr. Afoakwa […] The post

Leadership is not only about managing resources or implementing policies, but also about driving change and inspiring others to join in creating a better future. Rose Tchwenko has exemplified this ethos as the Country Director of CARE International in Ghana. Over the past six years, she has transformed CARE International in Ghana into one of […] The post Rose

The Development Bank Ghana (DBG) plans to invest at least GH¢100million annually in the domestic textiles and garments industry over the next three years. This was announced during a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signing ceremony with the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) in Accra recently. DBG’s Chief Executive Officer, Kwamina Duker, said funding will be […] The post

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The cedi’s depreciation has been  primarily driven by weak economic fundamentals rather than external shocks such as the COVID-19 pandemic or Russia-Ukraine war, a new study has revealed. The research, conducted by Professor Alex Annan Abakah of Bentley University, challenges claims by government attributing the country’s economic difficulties to these global […] The post

Trains technical staff nationwide The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has transitioned from using topsoil to a new soilless medium for raising cocoa seedlings, a move set to revolutionize cocoa cultivation in Ghana. The innovative medium, Miracle-Gro Potting Mix, developed by Ghanaian agricultural technology firm Chrysfibre in partnership with Admus Logistics, is composed of organic materials […] The post

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The  Bank of Ghana (BoG) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is set to announce its latest decision today, Friday, November 29, 2024, at the end of its 121st meeting through a press statement – foregoing the customary press briefing. The press briefing was originally  scheduled for Monday, December 2, 2024. The […] The post

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Asian African Consortium (AAC), Mrs. Adelaide Siaw Agyepong, has  been conferred with an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Advanced Studies in Entrepreneurship by Azteca University and Cardinal Training Academy. This award, which was  presented to Mrs. Siaw Agyepong in Accra on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, is in recognition of […] The post

Following a record-breaking year for nominations, and a historic first awards ceremony on the African continent, The Earthshot Prize (TEP) is officially open for entries for its 2025 cohort and MultiChoice is  once again  an official Africa nominator for TEP. TEP seeks innovative solutions across five critical Earthshots: Protect and Restore Nature; Clean Our Air; […] The post

Serene Insurance has opened an operational branch in Adenta to bring insurance products and services to customers within the Accra-East area, and to deepen the company’s strategy of becoming a leading voice in the industry ecosystem by 2027. As part of the First Sky Group, the ceremony, which was held on November 27, 2024, was […] The post Serene Insurance opens Adenta branch