The Minerals Commission has commended Zijin Golden Ridge Limited for adhering to high standards of sustainable and responsible mining at the Akyem gold operation, urging the company to sustain engagement with host communities to ensure stable operations. Speaking at the company’s end-of-year stakeholder dinner, the Principal Inspector at the Koforidua office of the Minerals Commission, […] The post Minerals

MAX, a leading mobility solutions provider, and Bolt, Ghana’s leading mobility platform, today announced a landmark strategic partnership designed to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and expand access to sustainable, affordable vehicle ownership for drivers across the country. The collaboration brings together MAX’s expertise in delivering high-quality, cost-efficient electric vehicles and value-added services […] The post MAX,

By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) Employment increased by over 330,000 persons between Quarter 1 and Quarter 3 of 2025, reflecting continued absorption of labour, the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has indicated. The latest Quarterly Labour Force Statistics for Q1–Q3 2025, presented by the Government Statistician, Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu, showed that more than 15 million persons constituted […] The post Employment

…as assets near GH¢100bn, push into private equity remains slow The pension industry is stepping up efforts to shift long-term savings beyond government securities as assets under management approach GH¢100 billion, even as actual allocations to private equity and venture capital remain limited despite regulatory headroom. Impact Investing Ghana (IIGh), through the Pensions Industry Collaborative, […] The post Pension

…as Chief of Staff meets Latif Abubakar As Ghana continues to explore innovative pathways for economic diversification and global branding, the Chief of Staff , Julius Debrah, has engaged playwright and cultural entrepreneur Latif Abubakar in discussions on the strategic value of theatre as a scalable cultural asset. The meeting centred on The Second Coming […] The post Scaling Nkrumah

reinforcing support for government’s Akokor Nketenkete initiative to boost affordability, local production By Evelyn ARTHUR, Tema La Bianca Company Ltd has introduced newly packaged 1kg and 2kg meat and poultry products onto the market, a strategic move aimed at improving affordability, widening access and enhancing food security, while reinforcing support for government’s Akokor Nketenkete initiative. […] The post La

Plastic waste is a growing menace in Ghana, clogging gutters, littering streets, polluting waterways, and silently threatening the health of communities and ecosystems, especially in urban areas. Its impact is far-reaching, contributing to flooding, endangering marine life, and releasing harmful toxins into the soil and air that pose serious health risks. According to the World Economic […] The post From

By Samuel Ohene NYANTAKYI Silver Star Auto Ltd. (SSAL), the authorised distributor of Peugeot vehicles in Ghana, has unveiled the locally assembled premium Peugeot 3008 SUV and the versatile Peugeot Landtrek Pick-up, unto the market. The introduction of these locally assembled Peugeot models underscores Peugeot’s commitment to supporting local manufacturing, job creation and sustainable mobility […] The post Silver

In a significant demonstration of interfaith support and community development, the Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, on behalf of the group, has announced a major donation towards the completion of the Zoomlion Central Mosque, Ashalley Botwe-Nmai Dzorn. Speaking at a heartfelt ceremony attended by the Imam of the Mosque, Imam […] The post Jospong

By Henry Atta Nyame There is a growing and deeply worrying trend in Ghana’s basic education system: schools are competing fiercely instead of collaborating, and this rivalry may be quietly undermining the quality of teaching and learning. From sports festivals that escalate into hostility to the labelling of schools as Category A and underdogs, the […] The post When

The nation has become West Africa’s leading market for green buildings after surpassing 1 million square metres of EDGE-certified floor space, in what has been described as “a significant milestone” in the country’s efforts to promote sustainable construction and reduce emissions in the built environment. This announcement was made at the close-out event of the […] The post Nation

By Enyeribe OGUH (PhD) The recent Security Council’s laudable endorsement of your Gaza Peace Plan on 17 November 2025 has inspired me to pen this letter to help further your bold plans for the Middle East. You deserve huge credit for that historic peace deal adopted 9 October 2025 at Sharm El-Sheikh in Egypt. If […] The post An open letter to President

By Samuel SAM The global agribusiness market, valued at approximately 3.4 to 3.5 trillion US dollars in 2024, is projected to soar to between 4.4 and 5.8 trillion dollars by 2033. This remarkable growth signals a vibrant and expanding industry that Ghana can position itself to harness by investing in innovation, sustainable practices, contract commercial […] The post Global

By Prof. Samuel Lartey  In Ghana, death is never silent. It is announced, amplified, choreographed, and remembered. A death summons family across continents, halts traffic, suspends markets, fills churches, and dominates weekends. Yet, while the dead are celebrated with extraordinary pageantry, the living, even those whose contributions shape the nation, are often honoured modestly, sometimes […] The post When

By Isaac Frimpong (PhD) Imagine Maame Akosua at Suame. She sells kenkey three evenings a week, supports two children, and saves small amounts with a susu collector. She wants a secure income in old age and hopes her adult children can help one day. But the idea of “registering” with yet another private or government […] The post All-Covered Pension Programme: Mo-Ne-Yo’s

…. encourages investment in the sector By Samuel SAM Government is committed waiving taxes on agro-processing machinery to reduce costs and encourage investment in the sector, Sampson Ahi Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry (MOTAI) has said. This will increase access to technology and modern machinery for agro-processors, enhance productivity and efficiency in agro-processing […] The post Gov’t

By Godwin AYIKU The Government of Ghana is currently facing monumental challenges in infrastructure development and service delivery which constraint the growth of the Ghanaian economy especially in the road sector. The provision of public infrastructure and services has typically been viewed as the responsibility of government. Given limited budget resources, the country’s huge deficit […] The post The

Anyone who spends time on the streets of Accra knows how demanding the life of a street hawker is. On a normal day, it means long hours on their feet, constant movement, navigating traffic, heat, and people, all while selling and handling cash from morning to evening. In December, that pace increases significantly. There is […] The post A small Christmas gesture goes a long way appeared

… accelerating the continent’s digital economy Major leap in digital payments access as Mastercard expands presence, products and financial inclusion initiatives New market entries, new hires and SME-focused collaborations unlock scale for Africa’s $1.5 trillion digital payments opportunity Mastercard has grown its acceptance network across Africa by 45 per cent in 2025 – a major […] The post Mastercard

Absa Bank Ghana has won three honours at the 2025 Marketing World Awards in Accra, recognising the bank’s work in brand building and sustainability, as well as leadership in marketing and corporate affairs. The bank received Most Impactful Brand Campaign of the Year for its ‘Get More with Absa’ campaign and was also recognised as […] The post Absa Bank wins three honours