It has been more than seven centuries since three valleys in the Swiss mountains entered an alliance and laid the foundation of modern Switzerland. On 1st of August, Swiss all over the world celebrate the origins and existence of our country which goes as far back as 1291. As we reflect on Switzerland’s values and … The post Swiss National Day:
The Swiss Mission celebrates with the release of a short movie to highlight the solid partnership of the two states. 1st August is the National Day of Switzerland. Since 1891, Swiss citizens at home and abroad have celebrated the foundation of Switzerland on this date. Remembering the origins of Switzerland going back as far as … The post Swiss
Introduction A bond is a typical fixed income security that offers a fixed or guaranteed rate of return to the investor over a specified period of time. Nevertheless, the risk and return characteristics of individual bond investments vis-a-vis bond mutual funds are not the same. Depending on the peculiar investment objectives, some fixed income investors … The post Individual
More than 22 million Ghanaians have been affected by a reduction in their household income since March 16, 2020 when COVID-19 restrictions were first introduced, a survey by the Ghana Statistical Service has shown. The figure represents about 77.4 per cent of households in Ghana experiencing a decrease in their income. The Government Statistician, Professor … The post More
Parliament has approved a $200 million financing agreement between the Government of Ghana and the International Development Association (IDA) to finance the Ghana Jobs and Skills Project (GJSP). The project, which is being financed with credit from the IDA would be implemented over a six-year period and is expected to close on 30th June, 2026. … The post Parliament
An Accra High Court hearing the trial of Dr Stephen Opuni and two others has received a letter and an attached medical evidence from the counsel for Seidu Agongo of his isolation after being exposed to COVID-19. The Court presided over by Justice Clemence Honyenugah, a Supreme Court Justice sitting as an additional High Court … The post Opuni Trial:
The 2019 Malaria Indicator Survey (GMIS) has shown that only 14 per cent of children age six to 59 months in Ghana, tested positive for malaria by microscopy, indicating an impressive decline in the disease prevalence. The new report also showed a reduced prevalence of anaemia among this age group, with a drop by half … The post Malaria and
An application by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) seeking the review of the Supreme Court’s decision excluding the existing Voter ID card and Birth Certificate as requirements for the ongoing registration exercise, has been thrown out. The nine-member panel presided over by Chief Justice Kwasi Anin Yeboah ruled that the review application was without merit … The post Supreme
As Morocco marks the 21st Anniversary of the enthronement of King Mohammed VI, on Thursday, Mrs Imane Ouaadil, her Ambassador to Ghana, says it is pushing a new developmental agenda for Africa to rely on her own resources – the “human genius and wisdom” – to transition to a more prosperous continent. Ambassador Ouaadil said the … The post Morocco
GCB Bank has begun the instant issuance of both proprietary cards and international cards across its branches nationwide. GCB customers can now apply and receive VISA Cards, Mastercards and GCB ReadyCash cards across all branches instantly. A statement issued in Accra and copied to the Ghana News Agency said, the Bank would also begin the … The post GCB rolls out
The High Level Panel set up by the Bureau of the Boards of Governors of the African Development Bank (AfDB) to review allegations of misconduct against its President, Akinwumi Adesina has agreed with earlier decision by Bank’s Ethics Committee and cleared him of any wrongdoing. The Board announced this week that the Panel announced on … The post AfDB
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