The Mining Income Investment Fund (MIIF), is on the verge of piloting what has been described as the most revolutionary financing initiative for small scale gold mining in Africa. This was disclosed by the CEO of MIIF, Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng at the Distinguished Speaker Series at the University of Mines and Technology, UMat, Tarkwa. […] The post Small-scale
The Bank of Ghana has reiterated its commitment to combating the circulation of counterfeit currency. The Central Bank emphasizes its progress toward achieving a zero-counterfeit regime. Counterfeiting and possession of counterfeit banknotes are punishable by law. During a press conference held during a tour of the currency processing centre as part of Ghana Heritage Month, […] The post BoG
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Ernest Addison, has underscored the need for banks to remain committed to their critical role of bridging trade financing in both the primary and secondary markets. According to the governor, this will help strengthen the country’s financial systems. Speaking at the Ghana International Bank cocktail event to […] The post BoG
By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU [email protected] Ecobank has pledged to remain a frontrunner in responsible waste disposal and conversion by promoting waste as a valuable resource. The commitment forms part of the bank’s week-long celebration themed: ‘Promoting Sustainability Through Waste Transformation: The Ecobank Way,’ launched at its Head Office in Accra. Setting the tone, Managing […] The post
The Ghana Police Service has apprehended a suspect, Mark Forson, in connection with the murder of Dr. Christopher Adu Boahen in Accra. Dr. Christopher Adu Boahen was the son of the late Professor Albert Adu Boahen, who was the NPP’s presidential candidate in the 1992 elections, marking Ghana’s return to democracy under the Fourth Republic. […] The post One arrested over murder
Flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has disclosed that the next NDC government will set up a US$50 million financial technology (fintech) transformative fund to support innovative start-ups in Ghana’s fintech sector. The former president voiced confidence in the fintech sector’s ability to create economic growth and financial inclusion in […] The post NDC
Zenith Bank, one of Ghana’s leading financial institutions, has opened its newest branch at Techiman, in the Bono East Region of Ghana. Strategically located in the heart of Techiman, this expansion underscores Zenith Bank Ghana’s commitment to serving communities across Ghana and fostering economic growth in the region. With the opening of the Techiman branch, […] The post
Environmental Health Officers who have remained jobless since 2021 have threatened to stage a protest unless the government grants them financial clearance for them to be employed. Despite completing their one-year mandatory national service, these officers say they have encountered a deadlock in their attempts to secure postings from the Ministry of Sanitation and Water […] The post Jobless
The Ministry of National Security has strongly denied arresting controversial social media commentator Albert Nat Hyde, popularly known as Bongo Ideas. Reports purportedly suggested that Bongo Ideas was arrested on Thursday, March 14, 2024, in his house in Accra by the police and operatives of the National Security. But the Ministry of National Security in […] The post National
The African Guarantee Fund (AGF) and United Bank for Africa (UBA), on Monday, signed a partnership that ensures that UBA provides US$100million in new loans to small and medium enterprises (SME) and businessowners across the 20 African countries where the bank has presence in Africa. The AGF, under this agreement, will support and guarantee SMEs with US$50million Portfolio […] The post
FBNBank Ghana has hosted a special International Women’s Day event to celebrate and empower women, reaffirm its mission to champion gender equality, and eliminate the biases that undermine the progress of women. This event was undertaken by the bank as part of its celebration of this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD 2024) under the theme […] The post FBNBank
The Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) has arrested four people allegedly involved in a “sophisticated mobile money and SIM swap fraud scheme.” EOCO has put the four accused, including a female, before an Accra Circuit Court for their actions, which have led to the loss of GHC113,947.57 cedis belonging to one of Ghana’s largest […] The post EOCO
A new report to guide the formation and implementation of the proposed UK-Africa Innovation Trust Corridor (ITC) to facilitate the transparent, secure and demonstrable exchange of research and innovation outputs between the United Kingdom and its African Commonwealth nations has been launched in Accra. The report, titled ‘Research-Based Evidence to Support the Formation of the […] The post
FBNBank has once again reiterated its unwavering dedication to the youth at the launch of the Ubuntu Equip Programme, which was held at the British Council last Friday. The event marked the beginning of an initiative aimed at empowering young individuals with the tools, resources and skills needed to succeed in today’s dynamic world. The […] The post FBNBank’s
Police in the Ashanti Region have apprehended five individuals in connection with an alleged assault on fire officers responding to a fire outbreak at the Racecourse Market on Monday, March 11, 2024. During the altercation, one of the fire officers sustained injuries. The suspects accused the fire service personnel of delayed response, prompting them to […] The post Ashanti
OmniBSIC Bank marked another milestone with the successful conclusion of its 4th edition Health Walk, on Saturday, March 2, 2024, fostering a spirited atmosphere of community engagement and well-being in the process. The event brought together a diverse group, exceeding previous participation with staff, customers, vendors, and esteemed guests including the bank’s full Board of […] The post
The Ministry of Health (MoH) is set to meet with the Ministry of Finance (MoF) on Monday, March 10, to expedite the clearance and recruitment process for unemployed nurses. This decision comes in response to the dissatisfaction expressed by the Coalition of Nurses and Midwives in the Northern Region, particularly directed at the government, MoH, […] The post MoH
A military officer from the Ghana Air Force has been confirmed dead after collapsing during the 67th Independence anniversary celebrations in Koforidua, Eastern Region, on Wednesday. During the parade, the officer, along with 66 others, collapsed and received immediate medical attention from stationed doctors at the venue. Eight individuals were subsequently transported to the Eastern […] The post Koforidua:
The Africa Education Watch (Eduwatch) has called on the Minister of Finance, Mohammed Amin Adam, to release outstanding funds for procuring desks under the 2023 Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) formula. It has also urged the Ministry of Education to increase allocations for desks to basic schools to at least GH¢60 million in the 2024 […] The post Release
By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi The Amenfiman Rural Bank PLC at Wasa Akropong in the Wasa Amenfi East District in the Western Region has inaugurated its branch in Adum, the heart of business and trade, at the central business district of Kumasi. This adds to the already existing three branches since its penetration into the Ashanti […] The post Amenfiman Rural Bank opens Adum
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