The National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) has disclosed that it requires at least GH¢770million to purchase excess rice and other grains from farmers across the country, amid growing complaints from producers over limited market access. This comes after rice farmers accused NAFCO of failing to fully implement President John Dramani Mahama’s directive to procure […] The post Editorial:

By Buertey Francis BORYOR Akua Agyeiwaa Brentuo Amoo, President-Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality Professionals Association of Ghana (SHEQ-PA), has called for stronger workplace health and safety regulations, urging authorities to address mental health and psychosocial risks facing employees. Speaking at the World Health and Safety Conference 2026 in Accra, she said businesses, regulators and health […] The post Businesses

 By Kizito CUDJOE Civil society groups and policy advocates from Africa and the wider Global South have warned that policy prescriptions emerging from the 2026 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank risk entrenching a cycle of debt distress and austerity. Rather than resolving mounting fiscal and development pressures, they said, […] The post IMF,

The Secretary-General of the AfCFTA Secretariat, Wamkele Mene, has reaffirmed Africa’s commitment to accelerating trade integration through deeper private sector engagement, following a high-level meeting with a delegation from the African Private Sector Summit. The delegation, led by Dr. Lucy Newman, held what officials described as a “productive engagement” focused on advancing private sector-led implementation […] The post Private

The Secretary-General of the AfCFTA Secretariat,  Wamkele Mene, has underscored the urgency of translating strategic frameworks into concrete programmes capable of attracting financing and delivering measurable impact across the continent at a Presidential Initiative on Climate Change, Renewable Energy and Food Security in Freetown, Sierra Leone, Wamkele Mene. The high-level initiative brought together policymakers, development […] The post AfCFTA

By Samuel SAM The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has procured 500 transformers for deployment within operational areas of the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) – a move aimed at addressing persistent power supply challenges in Tamale and surrounding communities. Of the total, 30 newly upgraded transformers are being installed in key areas including […] The post Gov’t

…A six year solar push can ease today’s crisis, but only a disciplined mix of hydro, gas, thermal, wind, geothermal, bioenergy, ocean wave and nuclear will secure tomorrow’s industrial power By Ing. Prof. Douglas Boateng The search for one answer In moments of pressure, nations often search for one answer. One source. One miracle. One […] The post The

…as economy grapples with China deficit                                                          By Sandra Agyeiwaa OTOO The European Union (EU) Ambassador to Ghana, Rune Skinnebach, has underscored the stark contrast between Ghana’s trade relations with the EU and China – pointing to a significant imbalance with China while describing EU-Ghana trade as largely even. Speaking at a media engagement to launch […] The

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU Government is preparing to launch a country-led health financing compact with the World Bank, signalling a shift toward aligning domestic resources and external funding under a single, government-defined framework for health investment. Chief of Staff Julius Debrah said the planned ‘Country Compact’ will be co-led by the Ministries of Health and […] The post Gov’t,

Customers of Intercity STC Coaches Limited have raised concerns over prolonged unavailability of the company’s online booking platform, with many describing the disruption as inconvenient and poorly-managed. Passengers say absence of the mobile app and web portal, previously used to secure seats remotely, has forced them to rely on phone-based reservations or in-person ticket purchases… […] The post STC

Mr. Amine Bouabid, Group Chief Executive Officer of Bank of Africa, has concluded a two-day official working visit to Ghana, reaffirming the Group’s strong commitment to the Ghanaian market and its mission to support economic growth through strategic partnerships, SME development, and customer-centric innovation. During his visit, Mr. Bouabid, accompanied by the Group Deputy Managing […] The post Bank

First National Bank Ghana has officially unveiled its first Private Banking Lounge at its Airport Branch, reinforcing the bank’s commitment to delivering a banking experience that matches the ambitions and lifestyle of clients. The Gold Coast Lounge, which has opened its doors to clients, is the centrepiece of First National Bank’s Private Banking offering, a […] The post First

Absa Bank Ghana has launched its Island Escape promotion, offering customers the opportunity to win all-expenses-paid trips to Mauritius and weekend getaways at selected resorts across Ghana. The promotion, which runs from 4 May to 31 July 2026, is open to all Absa customers and aims to reward everyday card usage and digital transactions. Under […] The post Absa