By Ben Brako Ignorance, in its deepest sense, is not simply the absence of knowledge but a distortion of perception. It blinds human beings to the fundamental truths of existence and encourages us to mistake technological progress for wisdom. As a result, humanity often demonstrates astonishing ingenuity alongside profound folly. The development of nuclear weapons […] The post Ignorance,

The 2025 edition of the Petroleum Fun Games (PETFUN) turned the Burma Camp Sports Complex in Accra into a lively arena of competition, wellness and camaraderie, as players from across the downstream petroleum sector came together for a day of sport and celebration. Organised by the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC), this year’s games […] The post Petroleum sector

When people talk about Africa’s exports, the usual suspects come up: cocoa from Ghana, coffee from Ethiopia, oil from Nigeria, diamonds from Botswana, and of course Afrobeats from everywhere. But let me propose something even more valuable than minerals or melodies: leaders who can communicate with confidence. Yes, the future may very well belong to […] The post On

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has met with the Trades Union Congress (TUC) to gather feedback from organised labour and other stakeholders as part of nationwide hearings on proposals submitted by utility companies under the 2025–2029 Multi-Year Tariff Review. Executive Secretary-PURC Dr. Shafic Suleman said the hearings are intended to strengthen relations between utility […] The post PURC

As part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) drive, the Ahodwo Business Centre of ASA Savings and Loans in Kumasi has supported education in the Ashanti Region with a donation to the Adiebeba M/A Basic II. The package included 40 dual desks, three sets of teachers’ tables and chairs and 250 exercise books, aimed at […] The post ASA Savings and Loans

Policymakers, businesses and civil society have a critical joint role to play in protecting young people from online harm and fostering a safe digital environment. This was the key message from MTN Group and Africa’s #1 youth and pop culture brand, MTV Base at an event to mark the conclusion of their Room of Safety initiative. Called […] The post MTV Base and MTN

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Ghana Employers’ Association (GEA) has launched an Occupational Safety and Health Guide for employers in the country’s horticulture sector. The guide was developed by GEA in collaboration with trade unions such as the General Agricultural Workers Union (GAWU) and and the Union of Education, Agriculture and General Services Workers (UNEAGES). The […] The post GEA

By Kizito CUDJOE Ghana has signed a US$1.5billion agreement with its Offshore Cape Three Points (OCT) partners to inject fresh capital into the upstream petroleum sector, a development government is confident will reinvigorate exploration and production at a time of waning fortunes. This deal, involving ENI Ghana and Vitol Upstream Ghana Limited, marks one of […] The post Gov’t seals

 By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr. Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has urged the Ghana Employers’ Association (GEA) to open more opportunities for internships and on-the-job training in order to guarantee career-readiness for young people. He said GEA’s role in creating avenues for practical training will not only generate employment but also […] The post Open

The Mohinani Group has partnered Norfund, the Norwegian Investment Fund for developing countries, to support the expansion of its pioneering rPET (recycled polyethylene terephthalate) initiatives in Ghana and Nigeria. This partnership follows Mohinani’s earlier successful collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and underscores Mohinani’s continued commitment to scalable, impactful environmental solutions in Africa. The […] The post Mohinani

The Internal Audit Team of Stanbic Bank Ghana has donated a Firefly Phototherapy Unit valued at GHS 68,500 to the Ga North Municipal Hospital to support the treatment of neonatal jaundice. The donation, presented at the hospital in Ofankor-Asofan, on Friday September 5, 2025, is part of Stanbic Bank’s commitment to driving growth and supporting […] The post Stanbic

In the financial sector, the insurance industry plays a vital role in strengthening the economy. It acts as a stabilizing force by lessening the impact of unexpected economic shocks (Haiss and Sumegi, 2008). In simple terms, the core concept of insurance is “shared risk.” It is a system where many people pay a small, predictable fee […] The post Bancassurance

By David Nii ARMAAH & Jeffrey SEFAKOR Africa’s creator economy is on fire! As of early 2025, its valuation was around US$5.1 billion, with projections showing it could surge to nearly US$30 billion by 2032. This growth is fuelled by Africa’s 385+ million social media users, a booming youth population, and the rise of integrated […] The post Inside Africa’s US$5bn creator economy boom

By Gabriel Yeboah Ofori Clearer ownership structures, credible credit reporting, and transparent recovery processes are key to making Ghana competitive. Trust is the lifeblood of business. It is not just an abstract value rather it is a measurable factor that influences whether capital flows, goods are delivered, and contracts are honored. In Ghana today, the […] The post From

The Ghana Employers’ Association (GEA) and Trades Union Congress (TUC) of Ghana have jointly appealed for government to adopt a series of bold and targetted policies for tackling Ghana’s slow economic transformation, volatile macroeconomic ecosystem and unlocking sustainable growth. The social partners emphasised that productivity is central to Ghana’s economic transformation and lamented the country’s […] The post Editorial:

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has signalled confidence that inflationary pressures will continue easing by lowering its monetary policy rate by 350 basis points (bps) to 21.5 percent, the lowest level since 2019. Announced at the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) September meeting’s conclusion, the decision has reinforced  central bank determination to sustain the disinflation process […] The post Editorial:

By Buertey Francis BORYOR The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) president, Humphrey Ayim-Dake, has sounded an alarm over the growing threat of parallel imports, warning this practice is undermining the domestic manufacturing base, eroding jobs and could ultimately weaken the cedi. Speaking at the 2025 Ghana Industrial Summit and Exhibition (GISE) opening in Accra, Mr. […] The post Local

 By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU Government’s plan of shifting to a 24-hour economy will depend heavily on how far banks are willing to expand credit while managing risk, according to policymakers and advisers who spoke at a banking sector roundtable in Accra. The initiative, described as a private sector-led programme aimed at boosting productivity and job […] The post 24-hour economy faces

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH & Solange BANSON The European Union (EU) has thrown its weight behind the 24-hour economy, positioning the agribusiness sector as pivotal for industrial transformation in Ghana. The Chargé d’affaires-EU Delegation to Ghana, Jonas Claes, indicated that by harnessing the 24-hour economy model, this sector can move from exporting raw materials to […] The post EU

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE), in an effort to promote inclusive education, has refurbished the ICT Centre at Dzorwulu Special School and donated brand-new computers to support ICT education. Speaking at the handover ceremony in Accra, GSE managing director Ms. Abena Amoah stated this donation represents the core tenet of GSE’s […] The post GSE