By Senyo K. Hosi One of the memories of Jesus that continue to baffle me is his first miracle. Why on earth did he not heal the blind, the deaf or the leper first? Why wine? Well, this question will never be answered. In 2018, at the famous Sotheby’s in New York, a single bottle […] The post Not all that glitters is gold eteris Paribus appeared first on The
A respected global speaker and leadership expert, from Nigeria, Rev. Dr. Sam Adeyemi, has urged African and business leaders to move beyond short-term success and embrace leadership as stewardship, warning that decisions made for quick results have the tendency to destroy long-term trust and the future of institutions. He made the call in a presentation […] The post Dr. Adeyemi calls
By Silvia SGHERRI Twice in the last century, the foundations of global finance shifted, because the burden placed on the machinery of money became unsustainable. Today, we are witnessing another shift, driven by the rise of stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). But, this time, change is not unfolding through treaties or […] The post Will dollar dominance
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU Economic activity expanded by 3.8 percent in October 2025, supported mainly by strong performance in the services and industry sectors, according to provisional data from the Ghana Statistical Service’s Monthly Indicator of Economic Growth (MIEG). The latest reading reinforces signs that output is firming after a prolonged adjustment period, even as […] The post Growth
By Samuel SAM Over the decades, the country has continued to experience significant post-harvest losses, year after year. Currently, these losses are estimated at about US$1.9billion annually—almost equivalent to the value of food imports into the country. The nation imports about US$2billion worth of food each year, yet wastes nearly US$1.9billion worth of locally produced […] The post Economy
By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC) has released its first comprehensive data report following the launch of its dual digital platforms. The initial findings from the Ghana Tourism Investment Platform (GTiP) and the Ghana Tourism Marketplace (GTM) demonstrate a shift toward a data-driven approach designed to de-risk investment and optimise visitor […] The post GTDC
GOIL PLC recorded an impressive performance on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) in the 2025 financial year, reflecting renewed investor confidence and growing optimism about the Company’s future direction. The year 2025 proved to be a standout period for the Ghanaian equities market, with the GSE posting one of its strongest rallies in recent years. […] The post GOIL PLC posts
OmniBSIC Bank, Ghana’s fastest-growing financial institution, has officially relocated its Kejetia branch to a state-of-the-art facility within the Osons Chemist Building. This strategic move by the bank is aimed at reinforcing its brand promise ‘Not Just Another Bank’ by delivering exceptional financial services in the heart of Ghana’s most vibrant commercial district, Kumasi. The relocation […] The post OmniBSIC
By Sandra Agyeiwaa Otoo Head of Direct Banking at Ecobank Ghana, Yaa Kesewaa Nyanor, has reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to customer appreciation and digital banking, as 3,060 customers benefited from rewards worth GH?1.5 million under the Ecobank 5 Star Enjoyment Promo. She made the remarks while addressing customers at the second draw held in Kasoa, […] The post Ecobank
By Dela Herman AGBO Bank fixed deposits have long been a popular savings and investment instrument in Ghana. For decades, individuals, institutions, and businesses have relied on fixed deposits (FDs) as a perceived “safe” way to earn predictable returns. However, recent market developments, financial sector clean-ups, and rising investor losses have exposed fundamental weaknesses in […] The post Bank
By Sandra Agyeiwaa OTOO Terri Young, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Founder of Z3 Carolinas and Z3 Ghana, has stated that her company’s operations in Ghana are focused on helping local Ghanaians and members of the diaspora access homeownership through education, transparency and affordable housing options. She made this statement while speaking to B&FT at […] The post Z3
Electroland Ghana Limited, the nation’s premier electronics and home appliance retailer, has achieved a monumental milestone for its groundbreaking ‘Aky?de? K?se?’ customer loyalty promotion. Launched in October 2024, the initiative has already impacted over 5,000 beneficiaries, solidifying its status as the largest and most impactful promotion of its kind ever run by an electronics dealership […] The post Electroland’s
Dr Siaw Agyepong urges deliberate leadership cultivation at 2026 JLC Conference The Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, has urged leaders to make the conscious development of future strategic minds and innovators a priority. Addressing attendees on the opening day of the 13th Jospong Leadership Conference (JLC) on Monday, January 12, […] The post appeared first on The
By Nana Sifa Twum, PhD In early January 2026, President John Dramani Mahama announced that his administration is considering reforms to Ghana’s outdated TV licence regime, proposing to replace it with a broader public media levy to strengthen funding for public broadcasters. The shift, still under Cabinet deliberation and to be presented to Parliament, is […] The post Media Levy Proposal:
There is a sentence that has derailed more events across Africa than delayed flights and stubborn generators combined. It is usually spoken with confidence, a smooth smile, and absolutely no notes. “Don’t worry. I’ll flow.” That sentence should worry everyone. Poor preparation, or no preparation at all, is the second most common mistake beginner MCs […] The post On
…as LECIAD holds orientation for 2025/26 new entrants. By Ernest Bako WUBONTO Diplomat-in-Residence at the Legon Centre for International Affairs and Diplomacy (LECIAD), University of Ghana (UG), Amb. Kwabena Baah-Duodu, has underscored the significant influence of international forces and actors on the quality of life in the local economy. Speaking at the orientation ceremony for […] The post Global
By Ibrahim Abubakari DINNANI The School of Economics of the University for Development Studies (UDS) has held its second Public Lecture Series at the Nyankpala Campus with a call for stronger research funding and collaboration among educational institutions to enhance quality education in the country. The School of Economics argued that improved research funding would […] The post UDS
Street-to-Smile Project brings hope to street children in Accra The Lady Talata Danladi (L.T.D) Foundation has successfully carried out the first phase of its flagship outreach initiative, the Street-to-Smile Project, reaching street children across parts of Accra with food, clean drinking water, and essential hygiene support. The project focused on meeting immediate needs while restoring […] The post appeared first on
By Lom Nuku AHLIJAH As of January 2026, new electricity tariffs have taken effect in Ghana. These adjustments are not ad hoc measures, nor are they sudden policy impulses. They flow directly from the Multi-Year Tariff Review (MYTO) process undertaken by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission, which is designed to realign electricity prices with the […] The post Dynamics of electricity
By Innocent Samuel APPIAH On January 4, 2026, three prominent intellectuals from the University of Ghana released a technical report that essentially reframes our understanding of the Ghana Gold Board’s (GoldBod’s) role in the nation’s economic trajectory. Rather than viewing GoldBod through the lens of conventional criticism, this report provides empirical evidence that demands a […] The post GoldBod’s
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