Eight teams that won their matches last weekend during the Women’s FA Cup round of 16 have received a winning token after betPawa paid them Locker Room Bonus (LRB), the first time in the tournament’s history. The winning teams whose players and three technical staff members each received GH¢400 Locker Room Bonus were: Hasaacas Ladies, […] The post

By Albert A ARHIN On January 7, 2025, President John Mahama began his second term of office to lead Ghana on its path of prosperity. A major plank of President Mahama and the National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) is its ambitious 24-hour economy policy, aimed to set a transformative vision for Ghana’s economic future. Built on […] The post Why rural dev’t

By Ernest De-Graft EGYIR Insight: Organisational culture is the foundation of any successful business. As a CEO, your ability to shape and sustain a strong, positive culture directly impacts employee engagement, productivity, and innovation. For Ghanaian companies, a well-aligned culture can be the key to standing out in competitive markets and attracting top talent. Why […] The post

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) has condemned the violent raid on Electrochem Ghana Limited’s Ada facility, the country’s largest private salt mining company, warning of its detrimental impact on investor confidence. The Chamber raised concerns about the insecurity affecting private businesses and the impunity with which legitimate […] The post

There has been recent allegations of losses and accusations of impropriety regarding the novel gold for oil programme started by the previous government, with the Bank of Ghana and the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) at the centre of the accusations from some sources. The MIIF, in the past three years, has grown to be […] The post MIIF gold trade

In December 2022, a historic moment unfolded in Ghana as 524 individuals, hailing from diverse corners of the globe, were officially granted Ghanaian citizenship. This milestone, rich with symbolic and practical significance, represented more than just legal recognition; it marked the genesis of a bold new community initiative—The Diaspora 524. Founded by Dave Bishop – […] The post

By Onasis KOBBY Ghana’s economic challenges—including a depreciating cedi, high inflation, and a growing national debt—require swift and strategic interventions. Accelerating oil and gas production, spearheaded by ENI (Ente Nazionale Idrocarburi), offers a critical opportunity to stabilize the economy. As a prominent player in Ghana’s energy sector,  ENI’s ability to ramp up operations could significantly […] The post

By Rita Agyen TAKYI African cities are at the crossroads of global significance, standing as hubs of culture, innovation, and resilience. With over 60% of Africa’s population projected to live in urban areas by 2050, the nature of urban development in the next decade will lock in the continent’s economic, trade, climate, and welfare futures. […] The post City

“Elizabeth Adwoa Kwankye Wins an All-Expense-Paid Trip to South Africa” After a thrilling 16-week journey, the Baileys Treat-Cation Promotion concluded in grand style during a star-studded event where over 50 winners were celebrated. Guests enjoyed artfully crafted Baileys-inspired cocktails, gourmet meals, and luxurious treat boxes valued at GHS 500 and GHS 1000. The event reached […] The post

Owing to mounting debts associated with its implementation, corruption and inefficiency, government is being urged to abolish the premixed fuel subsidy policy. Rather, Policy Lead-Petroleum and Conventional Energy, Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP), Kodzo Yaotse believes direct financial support to fisherfolk would be a more effective option for fuel purchases, thereby bypassing flaws of […] The post

By Albert Larweh ASANTE Setting financial goals for the year is not just putting numbers on a spreadsheet, they are the blueprint for the life you want to build. Yet, too often, we treat them like New Year’s resolutions – ambitious in January, abandoned by March for those of us who just observed the process […] The post Charting the course:

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU [email protected] / [email protected] The domestic Treasury money market continues to witness elevated yields that have persisted since January 2023, an examination by the B&FT has shown. These high yields, primarily driven by robust investor demand, have become a hallmark of the market in the aftermath of […] The post

By Kizito CUDJOE The Ghana Chamber of Mines has urged the government to adopt a comprehensive, multi-stakeholder strategy to tackle the underlying causes of illegal mining, following the recent deadly clashes on the concessions of some member companies. In its initial statement, the chamber emphasised the need for a coordinated effort involving all stakeholders to […] The post

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE Government is targetting the conversion of underutilised land into productive agricultural space by designating and increasing the amount of land available for farming purposes through a land banks policy, Minister for Food and Agriculture-designate Eric Opoku has disclosed. Outlining government’s new agriculture policies during his vetting in parliament on Monday, January 20, […] The post

… as B&FT meets Nigerian High Commission Management of the B&FT – the nation’s premier financial publication – has paid a courtesy call to the Nigerian High Commission in Accra, in a move geared toward strengthening media cooperation and enhancing coverage of regional trade initiatives The meeting, which brought together senior executives from both institutions, […] The post Ghana-Nigeria

Foreign direct investment was down by an estimated 8% in 2024, challenging progress on the Sustainable Development Goals that heavily rely on international project finance. In 2024, global FDI rose 11% to an estimated $1.4 trillion but dipped by 8% when excluding flows through European conduit economies – which often serve as transfer points for […] The post Foreign

Yellow Card, Africa’s largest stablecoin on/off-ramp, is prioritizing helping businesses streamline cross-border transactions across Africa and expand their operations. The company’s focus is on creating a secure environment for customers while ensuring compliance with local regulations. Leveraging stablecoins, Yellow Card remains committed to building partnerships with businesses and stakeholders to unlock Africa’s financial potential. Chris […] The post

First Sky Group, a leading Ghanaian business conglomerate, has commemorated its 22nd anniversary with a Thanksgiving Service, attributing its success to God’s unwavering faithfulness and divine providence amidst global challenges. The theme of the service, ‘Proclaiming the Unfailing Love of God’ (Romans 8:37), served as a heartfelt expression of gratitude for God’s unwavering love and […] The post