The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has welcomed and congratulated Fatimatu Abubakar following her nomination as the Minister for Information. President Akufo-Addo has nominated the former Deputy Information Minister to succeed Kojo Oppong Nkrumah in the role of Information Minister, pending approval by Parliament. In a statement released on February 15, 2024, the GJA expressed its […] The post GJA
Minister of State at the Finance Ministry, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has been announced as the new Minister of Finance. He takes over from Ken Ofori-Atta who was relieved of his duties by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo in a major government reshuffle on Wednesday. In February 2023, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam was announced Minister […] The post Amin Adam replaces Ofori-Atta
Access to financial services continues to play a pivotal role in driving economic growth in nations across the globe. In the wake of rapid post-COVID-19 structural transformations in economies worldwide, the issue of financial inclusion has taken centre stage in national policy discussions. Financial inclusion stands as a vital indicator for inclusive growth in any […] The post
Zenith Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to the real economy, as evidenced by a slew of measures geared toward empowering Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the country, a move which it describes as ‘true banking’. This renewed dedication was announced by its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Henry Onwuzurigbo, and comes on […] The post Zenith
Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has eulogized the late Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, the parent company of Access Bank, Herbert Wigwe. Herbert Wigwe, his wife, and son were among six individuals on board a helicopter that crashed in the United States early Saturday, February 10, 2024. The deadly […] The post It’s
First National Bank has achieved the prestigious International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 27001:2022 certification for implementing a comprehensive system for managing and dealing with data security risks. As an international standard organisation, the ISO/IEC 27001 sets the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an Information Security Management […] The post
Adults in France, like in many western countries, are having sex less frequently – with the decline particularly noticeable in young people, a new survey shows. While the reasons are complex, the data indicates that generational shifts, new technologies and greater acceptance of different desires all play a part. Among “sexually initiated” 18-69 year olds – […] The post Adults in France are
Finance and economic experts argued that Ghana could take advantage of its service industry to boost the economy. Time has proven that that ambition is far-fetched. The service industry in Ghana – from the hospital, hospitality, educational institutions through legal services to banking services – is self-satisfaction of the staff rather than the customers who […] The post
The government has officially suspended the planned implementation of the 15% Value Added Tax (VAT) on domestic consumption of electricity. In a press statement issued by the Ministry of Read More... The post Suspends 15% VAT On Electricity-
With over 50 years of experience in responsible financial services, Brac, has launched the Brac Ghana Savings and Loans Ltd, (BGSL) to promote financial inclusion and economic empowerment particularly for women in Ghana’s rural and hard to reach areas. This marks their sixth microfinance institution in Africa. In his opening address, the CEO of Brac, […] The post Brac
The 2022 cohort of the Graduate Trainee Programme of Stanbic Bank Ghana has donated 10 Computers and other learning materials to the Lume-Avete Basic School in the Akatsi South District of the Volta Region. Morris Effah, the Graduate Trainee lead, said the team was inspired by a viral video depicting a teacher conducting an ICT […] The post Stanbic
Last November, Ghana’s Ministry of Communications & Digitalisation announced with flourish that it has “facilitated” a “joint venture” between state-owned AT (formerly, AirtelTigo) and “Hannam Investments”, which will result in a transformation of the Ghanaian telecom operator into a world-class operator. The Ministry was at pains to educate Ghanaians about what a big catch Ian […] The post Bright
The Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources is set to undertake a monitoring exercise aimed at assessing the quality of water sourced from boreholes across diverse communities. The ministry has expressed concern that many communities are dependent on boreholes, the water content of which has not been examined by the Water Resources Commission. This situation […] The post Sanitation
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel A. Jinapor, has urged African countries to make investment opportunities attractive for investors while insisting on the importance of value addition for the growth of their country’s mineral infrastructure. He stressed the need to move away from the “dig and ship” approach, highlighting two essential pillars to […] The post Make
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has criticized the Interior Ministry for inefficient monitoring of private security companies in the country. The 2022 Auditor General’s report reveals that more than 440 companies failed to renew their licenses, leading to a revenue loss of over GH¢800,000. The Chairman of PAC, James Klutse Avedzi, believes that the lives […] The post PAC
…Delving into the cross-border Fintech landscape In the ever-evolving landscape of financial technology, Onafriq is at the forefront, championing the vision of a borderless world for financial transactions. This ambitious goal aims to simplify cross-border payments, making them as effortless as local calls. In the heart of this revolution is Ghana, where Onafriq is implementing […] The post
Access Bank Ghana Plc has opened a new branch at the Bright International Industrial hub in Afienya, bringing banking services closer to customers in the industrial hub and its environs. This is in pursuance of the bank’s strategic objective of enhancing customer experience and satisfaction for the over-100 medium to large scale companies and Chinese-related […] The post Access
Fidelity Bank Ghana, the country’s largest privately-owned bank, concluded the festive season with a heartwarming display of generosity through its Employee Volunteering Programme (EVP). Under this programme, over 300 staff members engaged in impactful nationwide Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives; combining time, financial resources and personal involvement to uplift lives of the less fortunate. In […] The post
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Samuel A. Jinapor, MP, has called on the investor community to partner with the Government to establish a large-scale mining operation in Dollar Power in the Bole District of the Savannah Region. He said available geological data shows that the Dollar Power enclave is highly mineralized, with […] The post Partner
Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Ernest Addison has said there is no better time than now for Africa to revisit the issue of scaling-up interoperability, in a bid to deepen financial inclusion and intra-Africa trade. He said the high prevalence of mobile devices, mobile money penetration and increased Internet connectivity offer an opportune window to […] The post
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