By Dame Dr. Mrs. Mary ANANE-MENSAH & Rev’d Professor Samuel OHENEBA-DORNYO Political elections are part of our modern-day governance structure. The passion and emotional involvement that goes with active participation in the political space is a reality that many can identify with. The political season brings a beehive of activity in the domestic, religious, traditional […] The post Coping

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The National Democratic Congress (NDC) won the 2024 General Election with a landslide victory, a reflection of the trust Ghanaians have placed in them to turn the current poor economic situation around and address systemic challenges in the various sectors. Sports, especially football, have long been described as the passion of […] The post What

YFM, the number one leading youth and urban radio station in Ghana, has partnered with US based Captain Planet Foundation to organize a training program for 50 Ghanaian youth on plastic policy. The training, scheduled for December 14, 2024 at Airport West Hotel, aims to equip young people with the skills and knowledge to advocate […] The post YFM,

By Kingsley LARBI( Rev. Prof.) In Born to Win, Chapter 26 delves into the transformative journey of faith and fellowship experienced by Prof. E.K. Larbi during his postgraduate studies in Scotland. This narrative is not only a personal memoir but also a compelling exploration of the role of religion in shaping socio-cultural values, fostering community, […] The post

By P. Praise NSOKO-NKWOR The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has garnered significant global attention, driving businesses to adopt diverse best practices that align with evolving regulatory approaches. AI systems, which are computer systems capable of performing tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as learning, problem-solving, and decision-making, are revolutionizing industries worldwide. In […] The post

By Allen OLAYIWOLA Have you ever strategized with your leadership team, only to realize your IT setup is inadequate to implement your innovative ideas? It’s time to take action. Progressive companies are making strategic changes to their IT environments to capitalize on new opportunities, ensuring long-term success. Here are seven essential changes that organizations are […] The post

‘Economic whizkid’, ‘Mr. Digitalisation’—these are some of the epithets given to Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, a leader who has served Mother Ghana in multiple capacities and demonstrated hard work for all to see. Yet, perhaps his greatest act of service, one which should earn him the moniker ‘Dr. Salam’ (Peace), is his concession speech […] The post Dr.

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei Njoku Following the 2024 general elections, President-elect, John Dramani Mahama, faces a formidable task of steering the country’s economy back to stability amid rising debt, inflation and energy sector challenges, analysts have said. With the nation’s debt servicing obligations totaling approximately GH¢30 billion (US$2 billion) over the […] The post

By Kizito CUDJOE The Director of the Mining Department at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Michael Sandow Ali, has raised concerns over the proposed move to repeal the Environmental Protection (Mining in Forest Reserves) Regulations, 2022 (L.I. 2462). He cautioned that repealing the regulation without introducing a stronger, more comprehensive law could lead to widespread, […] The post

After six years of being in the market, Consolidated Bank Ghana Ltd. (CBG) has proven to be the SME bank of choice, exemplified by its landmark GH¢350 million capital raise for Kasapreko Company PLC. This achievement underscores the bank’s mission to empower local enterprises and drive economic resilience in Ghana. Indeed, since its inception, CBG […] The post CBG

By Rashidatu IBRAHIM  Business and Financial Times (B&FT) has paid a courtesy visit to Absa Bank Ghana to express appreciation for the long-standing partnership between the two institutions. During the visit, a delegation led by Dr. Godwin Acquaye, Chief Executive Officer of B&FT, expressed gratitude to management of Absa Bank for their unwavering support throughout […] The post

By Evelyn ARTHUR The Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), Michael Luguje, has called on freight forwarders to consistently declare the full contents of cargo imported into the country. He emphasised that transparency fosters trust with Customs officials, which can significantly expedite the clearance process. “When Customs trust that whatever you declare […] The post

Achimota Retail Centre (ARC), unveiled a bubbly package of festive activities for the Christmas season when ace actor and comedian, Kalybos, led the mall’s management to light up the 2024 ARC Christmas Tree last Saturday. ARC announced an elaborate activity package which brims over with exciting social gigs and quality entertainment, all tailored for the […] The post Santa

The National Insurance Commission (NIC) initiated the Public Perception, Awareness, and Confidence (PPAC) survey in 2019 to assess public perceptions of insurance products and services in Ghana. This assessment has been undertaken annually, making the current 2024 survey the fifth in the series. Standardised questionnaires were used across all sixteen administrative regions, to target 1462 […] The post

Last week, I created an awareness of the need for banks as corporate bodies as well as individual bankers to pay closer attention to the paradigm shift in banking and have a serious change of mindset, as a pre-requisite to moving on. This period of self-reflection is to identify best fit purposes of each banker […] The post Risk WATCH with Alberta

Ecobank Ghana has successfully completed its three-year commitment to the Vice-Chancellor’s Support One Needy Student with One Laptop (SONSOL) initiative at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). The bank donated the final batch of 100 HP laptops last week, in fulfilment of its pledge to supply 300 laptops to the university over […] The post

Consolidated Bank Ghana LTD (CBG) has organized a successful business trade trip to China, enabling its SME clients to gain firsthand access to new markets, build strong supplier relationships, and navigate international trade with confidence. This initiative aligns with CBG’s commitment to supporting Ghanaian businesses in global trade while establishing the bank as a leader […] The post

By Frank Adu Anim & Ransford De-Graft Asante It’s often said that, without careful, consistent and complete cash flow risk management, a company could find itself teething on the brink of disaster due to a lack of readily available funds. This, whether managing day-to-day operations or planning for long-term expansion, a well-oiled cash flow management […] The post

By Enoch AKUFFU-DJOBI  Corporate governance in the public sector plays a crucial role in shaping the economic and social development of a country. In Ghana, where poverty remains a significant challenge, the governance structures of public institutions and state-owned enterprises (SOEs) are vital in promoting transparency, accountability, and efficiency in resource allocation. Effective corporate governance […] The post

Chief Executive Officer of Donewell Insurance, Seth Kobla Aklasi, has clarified that Donewell Insurance has not rebranded in response to concerns of customers. These concerns were borne out of a news reportage by some media outlets that the company had rebranded. In an exclusive interview with Happy FM, Mr. Aklasi mentioned that Donewell Insurance has […] The post Donewell