… UNESCO, GPA push for industry policy framework By Christabel DANSO ABEAM The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has urged Ghana to hasten the adoption of its National Book, Reading and Textbook Procurement policies to leverage on the country’s potential within Africa’s publishing sector, which currently contributes 5.4 percent of global revenue. […] The post Africa’s
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The economy is entering what the Bank of Ghana says could be a sustained period of price stability, with inflation projected to settle between 4 percent and 6 percent by year-end and remain within the target band through 2026. Governor Johnson Pandit Asiama said the economy has “turned the decisive corner,” […] The post Stage set for multi-year low-inflation
By Ebenezer Adjei NJOKU Professor Godfred Alufar Bokpin, Professor of Finance at the University of Ghana, has issued a caution regarding the sustainability of fiscal reforms, stating that the 2026 National Budget fails to articulate a clear strategy for maintaining discipline once the country exits the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme in the middle of […] The post Prof.
The Government’s decision to lead discussions that could result in the acquisition of Springfield Exploration and Production Limited’s (SEP) interest in the West Cape Three Points Block 2 (WCTP 2) has generated widespread debate across the energy sector and the broader public space. While some of the commentary may be well-meaning, a significant portion reflects […] The post Kevin
CWG Ghana Limited, a leading provider of information and communication technology (ICT) services, has officially attained the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, a globally recognised standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). The achievement demonstrates the company’s unwavering commitment to data protection, operational resilience, and international best practices in cybersecurity. The certification, which was awarded following a […] The post ISO
Dr. Philip Oti-Mensah, Chief Executive Officer of Universal Merchant Bank (UMB), has been named a Top Influential Business Leader of the Decade at the 2025 Ghana Corporate Executives Awards. The event—organised by the Entrepreneurs Foundation of Ghana—was held at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel on Saturday, 22nd November 2025. This prestigious honour recognises extraordinary leaders whose […] The post UMB
In an address delivered at the 3rd Ghana Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) National Fraud Conference, Fidelity Bank Ghana has challenged corporate Ghana to radically redefine its approach to governance. Atta Yeboah Gyan, Deputy Managing Director for Operations and Support Functions, argued that in an era where public confidence is increasingly fragile, “trust has […] The post Trust
The Business Outsourcing Services Association Ghana (BOSAG) has taken a bold step toward transforming Ghana into a premier global hub for Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), IT Enabled Services (ITES), and Global Business Services (GBS) with the launch of its 5-Year Strategic Plan. This landmark event was not only about unveiling a blueprint for growth but […] The post BOSAG inaugurates
By Kizito CUDJOE Government could be exposing public resources to unnecessary risk and straying from long-standing petroleum sector principles if it proceeds with plans to take over Springfield Exploration and Production Limited’s (SEP) stake in the West Cape Three Points Block 2 (WCTP2), Executive Director-Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP) Benjamin Boakye has cautioned. According […] The post State
By Ernest Bako WUBONTO Lack of adequate furniture supply to basic schools has been a major challenge over past years, with many pupils in remote areas having to sit on building blocks and other unacceptable materials for studies. While in some schools three to four students share a dual desk, other schools have newly constructed […] The post Poor-quality desks threaten value
By Edward Adjei FRIMPONG Ghana’s coastline bears powerful footprints of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade, marked by historic sites such as Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle and the Slave River at Assin Manso. These relics serve as solemn reminders of resilience, identity and the shared histories of millions across the African diaspora. They form key pillars […] The post Kunsu
Two significant events took place in Ghana outside the corridors of political power in November 2025. The first was the historic visit of Mr. Frank-Walter Steinmeier, the President of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi. Described as the first of its kind the visit aimed at strengthening […] The post Development
The United States has reversed the 15% tariff previously imposed by the Trump Administration on Ghana’s cocoa and other agricultural exports. This was announced by Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa in a post on X. According to the Minister, US diplomats have confirmed that the reversal took effect on November 13, 2025 following a […] The post US reverses
By Kizito CUDJOE Disengaged staff of Bogoso-Prestea Mine are intensifying pressure on operator Heath Goldfields, accusing the company of failing to release severance packages and other benefits promised to them after their dismissal during a restructuring phase that followed the mine’s takeover. The former workers, dressed in red and black to signal their frustration, said […] The post Disengaged
In the heavy industrial landscapes, there exists a contract, often unspoken but deeply felt. It is a covenant of sweat and brow, where employees trade the relentless application of their physical strength for a wage and a future. For generations, the healthcare component of this contract has been, at best, a reactive safety net, a […] The post HR
…reaching over 70,000 learners Twelve Ghanaian-owned EdTech start-ups selected for the 2025 Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship – implemented by Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) – have completed their six-month acceleration programme, recording a nationwide reach of 74,060 learners and 1,152 educators. The programme concluded with a Demo Day, at which the cohort presented […] The post Second
Nestlé Ghana Ltd. has proudly celebrated and rewarded its loyal consumers at the grand finale of the NIDO Obaatanpa Mo Promotion’s 2nd edition, expressing heartfelt gratitude to mothers and families across the nation for their unwavering trust in the NIDO brand. Building on the first edition’s success, this year’s promotion ran from May to July […] The post Nestlé
Research in organizational behavior increasingly reveals that workplaces structured around rivalry experience lower cooperation, higher stress, and diminished innovation. When employees see each other as opponents rather than allies, the organization ceases to function as a cohesive system. Like a body whose organs begin to compete instead of coordinate, the result is dysfunction, inefficiency, and […] The post The
By Evelyn ARTHUR The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) has clinched three major honours at the 9th African Ports Awards held last week in Pointe-Noire, Congo, reinforcing its position as a leader in port operations across the sub-region. Port Takoradi emerged as Best Port in Import & Export Traffic Growth and Volumes, Bulk (2023–2024), […] The post GPHA wins three
By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi The Kosmos Innovation Center (KIC) has celebrated a major milestone in its flagship School Farm Programme, with participation rising to more than 700 schools across all 16 regions, reflecting growing national interest in practical agriculture and youth agripreneurship. Speaking at the 2025 KIC School Farm Awards Ceremony at the KNUST Great […] The post KIC
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