The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has clarified that it has not yet taken any concrete steps to contest the Ejisu by-election following the untimely passing of the Member of Parliament for the area, John Kumah. Mustapha Gbande, the Deputy General Secretary of the party, said that the NDC is currently prioritising mourning the MP’s demise […] The post We’re
At the maiden edition of the Women in Business Dialogue series organised by the Business and Financial Times and held in Accra, the Sector Head, SME & Retail Banking at Zenith Bank, Gloria Cabutey-Adodoadji, urged businesswomen to leverage on the golden opportunities of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement to expand their reach […] The post Zenith
By Ngozi OKONJO-IWEALA Taking place in challenging and uncertain times, the World Trade Organization’s 13th Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi produced mixed results: a few successes, but also some disappointments. By contrast, the previous ministerial conference, held in June 2022, concluded with the adoption of numerous multilateral agreements and decisions, giving the WTO a temporary […] The post
In a strategic move to promote trade liberalisation under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Ghana has collaborated with the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) to host a crucial sensitisation seminar titled ‘Trade Liberalisation after the AfCFTA’ at the Africa Trade House in Accra. Peter Dery, Head of […] The post
By Samuel SAM The need to inspire and empower more successful women entrepreneurs to drive socio-economic development was highlighted at the GNCCI-GIZ Women Conference held in Tamale under the theme ‘Making AfCFTA Work through a Deliberate Inclusion of Women Entrepreneurs’. At the event, Hamidu Hamza Saana, the Northern Regional Director of the Ministry of Trade […] The post
Kuami Eugene Dr. Amina Haarun, a medical practitioner, has allegedly been suspended from her duties for three months following her unauthorised disclosure of musician Kuami Eugene’s health status. The incident occurred Read More... The post Doctor
Diana Hamilton Renowned Ghanaian gospel musician, Diana Hamilton, has been named one of the headline acts for this year’s edition of Kent Worships event in the United Kingdom (UK) Read More... The post Diana Hamilton Headlines ‘Kent Worships appeared first on
The latest assessment of Ghana’s external sector developments shows that the country earned $2.8 billion from its major exports in the first two months of 2024. On a year-on-year basis, however, the value of exports did not see any significant growth from the same $2.8 billion posted as of February the previous year. The figure […] The post Ghana’s
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) presents considerable opportunities for the evolution and monetization of Africa’s trading sectors[1]. Upon full implementation and ratification by member states, this trade agreement will establish a cumulative market encompassing 1.3 billion individuals across 55 countries, boasting a collective GDP of approximately USD 3.4 trillion. The AfCFTA has been […] The post
The Ghana Premier League clash between Medeama SC and Aduana FC on Wednesday was brought to an abrupt halt due to heavy rainfall. The encounter, which marked a crucial week 18 fixture, saw both teams locked in a tense battle during the first half, with neither managing to gain a decisive edge. The relentless downpour, […] The post Heavy rainfall halts Medeama
The second edition of the Northern Trade, Industry, and Investment Summit was inaugurated at the Dungu campus of the University for Development Studies (UDS) by Lawyer Sulley Sambian, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Northern Development Authority (NDA). With a theme focused on “Enhancing Trade and Industries in Northern Ghana through Capacity Development and […] The post Northern
The Kingdom of the Netherlands, with support from Ghanaian Corporate Partners, continues to provide access to finance and business development support to Ghanaian youth-led businesses through the Orange Corners Ghana Initiative. Celebrating the achievements of Cohort 8 at the event: Orange Corners Ghana is a programme that provides access to €50,000 from the Orange Corners […] The post Orange
Edem Agbana, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for Ketu North, has described discussions regarding the financial implications of the Anti-Gay Bill as embarrassing. He argues that such discussions compromise the integrity of Ghana’s independence. The Ministry of Finance has expressed concerns about the financial repercussions of the Anti-Gay Bill, even urging President Akufo-Addo […] The post Anti-gay
The Electoral Commission (EC) is scheduled to hold an Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting today. The purpose of the meeting is to address issues related to the December 7 elections, notably the electoral calendar for the polls. However, the two major political parties have indicated that the EC has not yet officially communicated with them […] The post EC
Diana Asamoah Songstress, Diana Asamoah, has lent her vocal talents to the political campaign by composing a campaign song for the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Read More... The post Diana Asamoah Composes Bawumia Campaign Song appeared first
Diana Asamoah Evangelist Diana Asamoah, a well-known gospel singer and songwriter, will host the yearly “ABBA Father” event, slated for March 10 at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC). Read More... The post Diana Asamoah Headlines ABBA Father
Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mustapha Gbande, says the party’s flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, will select a running mate who will complement his efforts in winning the December polls. Mr. Mahama is said to have presented his choice of a running mate to the National Council of the NDC, awaiting the […] The post Mahama’s
Ghana and Suriname have expressed a mutual interest in strengthening their trade relations. This intent was pronounced by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Suriname, Fidelia Graand-Galon, during a pivotal meeting with officials from the Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA) on February 22, 2024. The discussions were centered on pinpointing potential business ventures for both […] The post
Delilah Mercer, Selassie Tetevie THE AFRICAN Furniture Lighting Accessories Trade Exhibition (AFLA_TON), scheduled to take place between March 5-29 2024, is poised to provide a significant platform for the showcasing of interior furniture, lighting, and Read More... The post AFLA_TON
A ‘Training of Trainers’ exercise for FSRP National and Regional technical teams on data collection and reporting tools for the ‘ECOWAS Agricultural Trade and Markets’ SCORECARD (EATM-SCORECARD) is ongoing in Abuja, Nigeria. The objective of the EATM-S is to assess and track the performance of agricultural trade by member-countries within the ECOWAS sub-region. This regional […] The post
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