The Ghana Netherlands Business and Culture Council (GNBCC), in collaboration with MDF West Africa, has announced the commencement of applications for the fifth edition of the Dutch Export Academy (DEA). The DEA is a training programme tailored specifically for Ghanaian entrepreneurs in the horticulture sector who are looking to export to the European Union (EU) […] The post
By Ebenezer YALLEY Blue Ocean Strategy is defined as the simultaneous pursuit of differentiation and low cost to open up a new market space and create new demand. It is about creating and capturing uncontested market space, thereby making the competition irrelevant. It is based on the view that market boundaries and industry structure are […] The post The
By Konrad Kodjo DJAISI The Fisheries sector is noted for occupational safety and health shortfalls, deplorable living and working conditions on fishing vessels and dwindling incomes. Forced Labour, modern day slavery, human trafficking also occurs in the sector. The policy’s rationale, key objectives and strategic actions are based on the mission and values of trade […] The post
By Emmanuel Oppong PEPRAH(Dr) Working from somewhere outside your designated office space is not a new phenomenon per se. However, during the period that the world was battling with COVID-19, when workers could not go to their offices to work but had to work from home, has brought such a working practice to the limelight. […] The post Alternative
As part of this year’s International Women’s Day celebrations, Stanbic Bank Ghana hosted a webinar focused on fostering a culture of inclusion in business operations. This initiative underscores the bank’s ongoing commitment to empowering women across the country.. Leading the discussion, the Head of Client Coverage at Stanbic Investment Management Services (SIMS), Desmond Bredu, highlighted […] The post
The Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) has told a meeting of global investors in Canada that MIIF is ready to co-invest with investors seeking opportunities into the minerals sub-sector in Ghana. This he said, is in line with the strategic objective of MIIF to support the quest to make Ghana […] The post MIIF
By Prof. Samuel Lartey [email protected] In the ancient tale of the Trojan War, the Greeks gifted the city of Troy with a large wooden horse, hiding soldiers inside to infiltrate the city’s impenetrable walls. This story is emblematic of modern financial deception, where money laundering acts as the Trojan horse in the global financial system. […] The post
By Ernestina MENSAH The Ghanaian economy is expected to enter a recovery phase in 2024 under the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme, driven by stronger private consumption. Market players forecast the economy to expand by about 3.5 percent in 2024, up from a lower growth of 2.7 percent recorded in 2023. However, IMF and the […] The post Managing risk in a recovering
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU [email protected] The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced a series of measures aimed at addressing excess liquidity in the market, in a strategic move to bolster lending to the private sector. Dr. Ernest Addison, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, disclosing the measures during the 117th MPC meeting’s press briefing in […] The post BoG
Accra Mall, the leading shopping centre in the capital city, has outlined various activities lined up to deliver a memorable Easter experience to the public. March 2024 looks like a packed month in Ghana. Aside from the predictable Independence Day on March 6, International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8 and the celebrations of Ghana’s […] The post Accra
Adamus Resources successfully defended its office premises against an attempted takeover by BCM Ghana on Monday, March 25, 2024. Represented by its legal person and accompanied by security operatives from K9, BCM Ghana’s efforts were thwarted by Adamus Resources’ security personnel and the Ghana Police Service. The dispute stems from a legal decision by the […] The post
By Emmanuel AKOMEA The Minister of Finance Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has announced plans to streamline port charges following a visit to the Tema port and discussions with Customs officials and agents. The decision seeks to tackle the multitude of charges at the country’s sea ports, curb duty evasion and address challenges in handling transit […] The post Port
Ecobank, the pan-African financial services group, announces the appointment of key senior executives to strengthen the Group’s leadership team and to drive delivery of its new Growth, Transformation and Returns (GTR) strategy. Abena Osei-Poku joins as Regional Executive Anglophone West Africa and Managing Director Ecobank Ghana; Martin Miruka as Group Executive for Transformation, Enablement and […] The post
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU ([email protected]) The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Ghana has announced its decision to maintain the monetary policy rate at 29 percent, citing persisting upside risks to inflation. Dr. Ernest Addison, Governor of the central bank, disclosed the rationale behind the decision during the 117th MPC meeting’s press briefing […] The post
Banking and finance heavyweights will headline the maiden edition of the Women in Business (WIB) dialogue series today at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Accra. The event, organised by the B&FT, Africa’s leading source of relevant business information, will feature prominent figures, including Dr. Edith Dankwa, Board Chair of B&FT, and Kosi Yankey-Ayeh, Chief […] The post
By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The International Development Agency (IDA) of the World Bank has given approval for an additional US$40million grants to the Accelerating Impacts of CGIAR-Climate Research for Africa project (AICCRA). The bank described the gesture as a significant step toward advancing climate-smart agriculture (CSA) technologies and addressing critical gaps in climate resilience and food […] The post
By Sandra Agyeiwaa OTOO The prestigious Outstanding Public Sector Personality of the Year Award was awarded to Professor Kwaku Appiah-Adu (PhD, FGA), a distinguished figure in the Republic of Ghana’s governance and strategic landscape. Holding the esteemed position of Senior Policy Advisor at the Vice President’s Secretariat – Office of the President, Prof. Appiah-Adu stands […] The post
In a spirit of fostering interfaith relations and cultural understanding, a delegation from GBfoods Ghana, led by Mr David Afflu, General Manager, recently paid a courtesy visit to His Eminence Sheikh Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, the National Chief Imam of Ghana, at his residence in Fadama. The visit, coinciding with the holy month of Ramadan, allowed […] The post
Co-founder of All Smile Dental Clinic, Dr. Emma Oliveira, has been honored with the prestigious title of Regional Brand Chair in West Africa at the Caribbean Global Awards (CGA). This recognition underscores her remarkable dedication and tireless efforts to drive positive change across the continent. Throughout her career, Dr. Oliveira has consistently demonstrated a steadfast […] The post
Some industry players , companies and leaders have been honored at the inaugural Corporate Leadership Excellence Awards held in Accra for their exceptional performance in the corporate world over the years. In total more than More than fifteen outstanding individuals and organisations that have contributed immensely towards the growth and development of the country beyond […] The post
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