In the previous part, we established that he enduring influence of the hierarchy proposed by Abraham Maslow lies not merely in its familiar pyramid structure but in the deeper question it attempts to answer: what truly motivates human beings? While the model suggests a progression from basic survival needs to the pursuit of self-actualization, decades […] The post The

The government has rejected claims that its Big Push Infrastructure Programme is dominated by sole sourcing, with Roads and Highways Minister Kwame Governs Agbodza insisting all contracts have been awarded in line with Ghana’s procurement laws. Addressing Parliament, Agbodza described allegations of widespread sole sourcing as misleading, stating that only 44% of major contracts—including those […] The post Gov’t

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi Players in the hospitality industry have called for stronger collaboration, tax reforms and improved infrastructure to support the growth of the hotel sector and enhance its contribution to the country’s tourism industry. The call was made at the 13th Biennial Delegates Congress of the Ghana Hotels Association (GHA) held in Kumasi […] The post Hotel operators

Prudential Bank Limited (PBL) has joined Ghanaians nationwide in proudly celebrating Ghana month honouring the nation’s rich culture, heritage, and identity across all branches. Observed every March, Ghana month invites citizens and institutions to reflect on the country’s history, celebrate its independence and showcase the cultural diversity that unites us. At PBL, staff have embraced the […] The post PBL

By Dr. Richmond Akwasi ATUAHENE, Banking/Corporate Governance Consultant Executive Summary Central banks across the world hold international reserves to manage exchange rates, meet external obligations, and buffer against economic shocks. Traditionally consisting of foreign currencies and securities, gold has seen a historic resurgence, with central bank purchases reaching a record 1,086 tons in 2024. This […] The post Bank

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Eguafo The Ghana Rubber Estates Limited (GREL) has inaugurated a modern washroom facility valued at GH¢272,000 for the Eguafo Breman Kindergarten School in the Central Region to improve sanitation. The facility, which includes a water storage tank and a mechanised borehole to provide reliable water supply, forms part of the company’s […] The post GREL

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Takoradi Ghana Armed Forces have raised concern over the increasing proliferation of illegal and improvised weapons in mining areas, warning that this trend is driving the gradual militarisation of illegal mining activities in parts of the country. This concern was highlighted at the Western Regional validation and dialogue workshop on the […] The post Military

By Samuel SAM The Global Shea Alliance (GSA) has launched the SHEA 2026 conference, an international platform aimed at strengthening the global shea sector. Organised in collaboration with Shea Network Ghana and aligned with 24-Hour Economy initiative, the conference seeks to support a national strategy to boost productivity, create jobs and drive industrial growth through […] The post Global

Imagine a particular floor of a corporate head office. On this floor are former heads of department and top executives who have just a few years to retire from active duty. For some on this floor, the times have caught up with them. Many are unable to keep up with the times, especially in terms […] The post Service

By Ernest Bako Wubonto Bank of Africa (BOA)-Ghana, a member of the Bank of Africa BMCE Group, has hosted members of the Muslim community and clients at a special Iftar gathering in Accra, following a donation to the Office of the National Chief Imam. The event formed part of the bank’s efforts to deepen engagement […] The post BOA strengthens ties with Muslim community

The 129th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting held from March 16–18 cut its benchmark interest rate by 150 basis points to 14 percent from 15.5 percent. The MPC cited sustained disinflation, improving domestic macroeconomic conditions and elevated real interest rates for their decision. This notwithstanding, the central bank warns that rising oil prices and geopolitical […] The post Editorial:

By Dr. Godwin GADUGA Esq. There is a decision that nearly every business leader will face at some point, and it is a decision that feels so instinctively correct that almost nobody pauses to question. When you have an employee who consistently outperforms everyone else on the team, who hits every target and exceeds every […] The post Why

Stakeholders from government, the private sector, and development partners convened in Accra for the 2026 Beyond the Pipe Forum, the 16th of such event hosted by Safe Water Network. This year’s forum explored how Safe Water Enterprises (SWEs) can transition from pilot initiatives to investment-ready models capable of delivering sustainable water services at scale. Under […] The post Safe

Lagos, Nigeria – March 9, 2026 – Nigeria has officially signed the hosting agreement for the fifth edition of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2027), setting an ambitious target of $50 billion in trade and investment deals when the continent’s premier marketplace convenes in Lagos from November 5–11, 2027. The announcement follows Algeria’s successful hosting of […] The post IATF

Standard Chartered has organised a mentorship session for students of Nsromma Cricket Academy, aimed at equipping young people from underserved communities with life skills, discipline and guidance on future career opportunities. The programme brought together students from basic and senior high schools affiliated with the academy, including Revere Basic School, Excellence Basic School, Aggrey Basic […] The post Standard

First National Bank has announced a partnership with Monday Design and Author Digital Labs to co-present DiscovHer, a first-of-its-kind event dedicated to celebrating and empowering women in Ghana’s creative industry. The event came off on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Dawadawa, Nyaniba Estates, Accra. It brought together photographers, graphic […] The post First

By Sheldon K. AMBAAH The global oil market has never been insulated from geopolitics. From the oil shocks of the 1970s to the Gulf Wars, from sanctions regimes to shipping route disruptions, the downstream oil sector has repeatedly found itself at the mercy of events far beyond national borders. Today, renewed instability in the Middle […] The post International

The State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) has issued a pointed call for the wholesale reform of state-owned enterprises (SOEs), warning that public ownership must translate into measurable public value or risk becoming a burden on the national purse. Addressing SIGA’s Annual Stakeholder Conference in Accra on Thursday, Director-General Prof. Michael Kpessa-Whyte delivered a candid […] The post SIGA

…increases capital requirement to GH¢100m By Kingsley Webora TANKEH The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has unveilled comprehensive reforms for the microfinance sector, imposing new minimum capital requirements and stringent governance standards. According to the Policy Lead at BoG’s Financial Institutions Policy Department, Dr. Seth Kwame Anani, the reform is aimed at restoring customer trust and […] The post BoG

Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) has been ranked second among seven highly compliant institutions in Ghana’s inaugural Public Financial Management Compliance League Table, published by the Ministry of Finance on Thursday, placing the state-owned refiner in the top bracket of a 101-institution assessment conducted under the PFM Act, 2016 (Act 921). The league table, described by […] The post TOR