…Ushering in a new era of leadership GCB Bank, Ghana’s largest commercial bank, has officially appointed Farihan Alhassan, a distinguished banking professional with two decades of experience, as its new Managing Director. At 44 years old, Mr. Alhassan’s appointment follows the resignation of Kofi Adomako and marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for […] The post GCB

GCB Bank PLC (GCB) has today announced the appointment of Farihan Alhassan as Managing Director (MD). Mr. Alhassan’s appointment follows the mutual and amicable agreement between the Bank and Mr. Kofi Adomakoh, the immediate past MD, to part ways effective 28th January 2025. In light of the above, the Board has approved the nomination and […] The post GCB appoints Farihan

The Ghana Consulting Engineers Association (GCEA) and the Academic City University have  signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to establish a Steel Design and Construction Centre in Accra. The Steel Design and Construction Centre is to promote innovation, knowledge sharing and capacity building between an accredited institution of higher learning and a professional organization representing […] The post

By  Emmanuel K. GADASU On January 28th, the global community marks World Data Protection Day, a moment to reflect on the importance of safeguarding personal information in an increasingly digital world. In Ghana, this day holds particular significance as we continue to embrace technological advancements that influence every aspect of our lives. As a Data […] The post World

By Jayati GHOSH The international community has long recognized the urgent need to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and shift to renewable energy, and in recent years many governments have pledged to reach net-zero greenhouse-gas emissions, albeit over extremely long timeframes. But they will never get there so long as they treat electricity, which is […] The post Decommodify electricity

By J. N. HALM There are two components to providing service to customers: the service itself and the individual providing the service. It is true that in service, it is not easy to differentiate between the one providing the service and the service itself. This is what is referred to as the Inseparability characteristic of […] The post Fatigued:

In an increasingly globalised and competitive business environment, procurement and supply chain management have become critical to the success of organisations. One of the most effective ways to enhance procurement practices is through Category Management (CM). This structured and strategic approach to purchasing categorises goods and services based on spend analysis, organisational priorities and market […] The post

A delegation from the Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana (PSGH) has paid a courtesy visit to the newly elected Member of Parliament for Offinso North, Dr. Frederick Kyei Asamoah, to congratulate him on his election. The team expressed their support and encouraged him to bring his expertise as a pharmacist to bear in Parliament. Dr. Kyei […] The post PSGH

By Philip TAKYI (Dr) This article addresses major events arising from the latest Trade-Based Money Laundering (TBML) activities and how responsible institutions have duly approached these concerns. As an introduction to the latest trends in TBML, key factors contributing to the movement of illicit financial flows in relation to developed and less developed countries (weaker […] The post

By Godwin GADUGA (Dr) Organisations fall prey to chaos because they either haven’t recognized, or created, or invested in the fundamental conditions that are at the core of exceptional performance in organisations. Without a doubt, every outstanding organisation I have studied embraces these four conditions; empathy, clarity, big-picture thinking, and empowerment. How does this tie […] The post

By Senyo M. ADJABENG In today’s competitive job market, the phrase “the job in getting a job” could not be more accurate. Job-hunting is not merely about finding opportunities; it requires a strategic approach that encompasses several nuances, each vital to achieving success. “The job in getting a job” refers to the various tasks and […] The post The

By Daniel ANKOMAH So, there I was in the office, surrounded by reports and charts, when the phone rang, and it was an old school colleague. After exchanging the usual pleasantries, he threw a question at once that seemed simple yet carried significant implications: “Chief, I beg, quick one, is it possible for a bond […] The post Demystifying bond pricing appeared first on

By Sandra Agyeiwaa OTOO Management of Business and Financial Times (B&FT), Africa’s leading business news provider, has paid a courtesy call to Regulus Investment and Financial Services Limited, Ghana, to strengthen their existing partnership. The delegation from B&FT, led by Director of Operations Dr. Daniel Anim-Prempeh, expressed their utmost appreciation to Regulus Investment and Financial […] The post

Global Entrepreneurship Network-Ghana (GEN-Ghana) and Voazok Agritours Canada have announced inaugural Canada-Ghana Agribusiness Summit, scheduled for July 16-17, 2025, at Innovation Place, Saskatchewan, Canada. This groundbreaking summit aims to create a dynamic platform for collaboration, innovation, and sustainable development within the agribusiness sectors of Canada and Ghana. It will bring together leaders, policymakers, investors, researchers, […] The post

A Business Environment and Competitiveness Survey (BECS) by UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) for 2024 revealed a mixed outlook among some businesses in Ghana regarding their preparedness for the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). According to the survey, which engaged 725 respondents from diverse sectors, 21 percent of businesses indicated they are unprepared and […] The post

The widespread adoption of digital technologies and increased internet access has given rise to innovative forms of economic activity commonly referred to as a ‘gig’ economy or ‘digital work’, ‘online outsourcing’ and ‘virtual work’. It is based on this development that ‘gig’ is known as a one-off job for which a worker is paid for […] The post The

By Allen OLAYIWOLA As cyber threats continue to grow and evolve, IT teams in Ghana are under increasing pressure to keep businesses safe from attacks. The global rise in cybersecurity threats, fuelled by factors such as political instability, economic downturns, and ongoing conflicts like the war in Ukraine, has created a more dangerous digital landscape. […] The post

By Richmond Kwame FRIMPONG Africa’s trade growth by 2025 will be largely shaped by several major developments, including the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), rising intra-African trade, industrialization efforts, and expanded connectivity through infrastructure projects. AfCFTA, launched in January 2021, stands as the continent’s most ambitious trade agreement, aiming to create […] The post

By Daniel KONTIE Will the affordable housing dream ever going to materialize in Ghana where several attempts to build affordable housing units for the citizenry have failed for several decades?. The evidence is as glaring as we keep recording huge housing and infrastructure deficits at every population census since independence. The Ghana Population and Housing […] The post

By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH While analysing several reports after the collapse of the Soviet era, the period which opened a new chapter in relations with and the strategic importance for Africa, it is very noticeable to count only on finger tips women who have devoted their [proactive] energy and enthusiastic power to strengthening relations between […] The post