The CTBT: Science and Technology Conference (SnT2023) wrapped up on 23 June 2023 after bringing together over 2,000 scientists, technologists, academics, and journalists, as well as Member State and civil society representatives from around the world. The week-long biennial event, held at Vienna’s historic Hofburg Palace, offered both in-person and online participation. It focused on […] The post

The UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC), a member-based trade association that promotes trade between Ghana and the United Kingdom, has hosted its 2nd annual charity fundraiser, the Royal Ascot Ladies’ Day Experience, to raise funds to support the establishment of a clinical trials unit (CTU) at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) Medical and Scientific Research Centres (MSRC). Ascot, one of Britain’s most well-known racecourses, holds a special week of […] The

African governments have been charged to create job opportunities for the continent’s teeming youth through industrialisation and commercial agriculture. By equipping young people with employable skills and opportunities, said Dr. Mabel Komunda, Senior Lecturer and Researcher at Makerere University Business School in Uganda, Ghana and Africa at large will be able to address the scourge […] The post

Afreximbank’s digital platforms, including the MANSA and Pan-Africa Payment and Settlement Systems (PAPSS), are playing a pivotal role in Ghana’s economic development and fostering intra-African trade, according to Mr. Gabriel Edgal, Chairman and CEO of Oakwood Green Africa. Mr. Edgal’s remarks were made during a side event held at the Accra International Conference Centre, coinciding […] The post

Broad spectrum, Melcom, Amas Farms, are among leading organizations supporting this year’s Ghana Poultry Day and the 3rd Ghana Chicken Festival, at the forecourt of the State House, on Saturday, July 1, 2023. Other organizations also providing financial and technical support include Qualiplast, Chilli Belly, Boris B Chicken, Flour Mills, Maphilix Trust Ghana Limited, Fidelity […] The post

The stage is set for tomorrow, as Agrihouse Foundation is ready to organize the highly anticipated Ghana Poultry Day and third edition of the Ghana Chicken Festival, at the forecourt of the State House in Accra. The festival aims to promote the rich heritage of Ghana’s poultry sector and the culinary talents of influential personalities […] The post Ghana Poultry Day

Vodafone Ghana has once again demonstrated its commitment to driving positive change in the Ashanti region through its Ashanti Month initiative, aimed at supporting businesses, rewarding customer loyalty, and driving sustainable development in the region. The telecom giant’s month-long campaign included sponsorship of the 66th Asantehene Golf Open Championship and was a mix of sports, […] The post

Africa’s first fine fragrance house, SCENT OF AFRICA, in expanding its footprint, announced its partnership with the esteemed ZINO Boutique in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The brand unveiled its latest fragrance duo, BÉZI (for men) and BELLUA (for women), the third chapter from the Eternal Legends Collection inspired by legends in African mythology. The highly anticipated […] The post

The Pan-African Savings and Loans Company Limited has unveiled a women-focused financial services programme dubbed ‘MAMA’ to provide some selected resources that women need to succeed in business.  Also aimed at bridging the gap in financial inclusion by targetting unbanked women, small and medium-sized enterprise owners, smallholder farmers and the youth among others, the initiative […] The post

set to raise funds for legacy project Alumni from the 1999 graduating class of Holy Child High School (HOPSA 99) have officially launched its upcoming silver jubilee celebrations and speech and prize-giving day with a fundraising event for a solar legacy project. The launch which came off on Saturday June 24, 2023 was attended by members of […] The post

Impact Investing Ghana (IIGh) and the Ghana Investment Support Programme funded by British International Investment (BII) have announced a partnership to increase the capacity of Fund Managers and Transaction Advisors in Ghana. Although Ghana’s Private Equity and Venture Capital (PE/VC) industry is robust and growing, there is room for improvement in the areas of environmental, […] The post

as deadline for 30% settlement ends Barring any last-minute intervention by government, Independent Power Producers (IPPs) are set to go off the national grid effective July 1, 2023. The IPPs, which account for about 46 percent of power generation, are threatening to withdraw their services over a US$1.9billion debt owed them for power bought. The […] The post Power

In a recent seminar organised by the Financial-Economics Institute in Ghana, Dr. Stephen Amoah, the deputy minister for trade and industry, addressed the significant impact of financial-economic policies on trade and industries in developing economies. The seminar was aimed at exploring strategies and solutions to enhance the growth and sustainability of these sectors in Ghana. […] The post

Implementation of the Automotive Development Policy is paving the way for significant private-sector investments, says Asad Nazir, Chief Executive Officer-Silver Star Auto Limited. With six vehicle assembly plants producing eight global brands of vehicles for the domestic, regional and continental markets, he said these investments are propelling the country to become a major player in […] The post

say regular operations not impacted Fidelity Bank and First National Bank (FNB) have assured the general public of their commitment to resolving the underlying issues and minimising any disruptions to their customers’ financial services, in response to the recent suspension of their Foreign Exchange (FX) operations by the Bank of Ghana (BoG). This comes on […] The post

The Secretary-General of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Wamkele Mene, has touted the budding automobile sector as a critical backbone to industrialization and subsequent sustainability of the free trade area. He stressed that industrialization thrives on the shoulders of technology and efficient transportation systems for the movement of factors of production, be […] The post

The African Centre for Economic Transformation (ACET) is proposing an apex body to mediate, lobby and dialogue with government on behalf of business associations and small and medium-sized enterprises. Senior Fellow at ACET, Professor John Asafu-Adjaye – speaking to the B&FT at a roundtable discussion on the private sector in Accra, said it is important that all […] The post

The Ghana Institution of Engineering (GhIE) has inducted 207 new engineering professionals into the institution at its 38th induction ceremony, held at the Engineers Centre in Accra The Chairman of the Membership Committee of GhIE, Ing. Dr. Patrick A. Bokoe, presented 207 inductees, consisting of 202 professional engineers (PE), 4 professional engineering technologists (PET) and […] The post