A group of high-performing Bolt driver-partners in Accra has been recognised for their dedication, professionalism, and contribution to the platform through a driver rewards initiative aimed at celebrating excellence and supporting driver welfare. The initiative rewarded 20 driver-partners who distinguished themselves through high ratings and completed rides. Among the top-performing winners were Davis Kobbson Afealetey, […] The post Bolt

By  Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah To achieve a sustainable and well-regulated mining industry, the following reforms are proposed to address illegal mining, environmental degradation, weak enforcement and governance challenges within Ghana’s mining sector. Decentralize mining licensing and involve chiefs Mining licensing should be decentralized to include traditional authorities. The District Mining Committees already established by law […] The post Proposed

Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) data show that the year-on-year Prime Building Cost Index (PBCI) inflation rate increased to 2.7 percent in May 2026 from 2.2 percent in April. The increase marks a modest acceleration in building cost inflation after months of deceleration, although this rate remains significantly below the 22 percent recorded a year earlier. […] The post Editorial: Building

The government is moving to institutionalise evidence-informed policy making through stronger analytical capacity, improved policy evaluation systems and closer collaboration with research institutions. Speaking at the 2026 Evidence to Action (E2A) Conference in Accra on behalf of Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Shamima Muslim said the Mahama administration is taking steps to […] The post Gov’t

… urges stronger governance structures By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has warned that weak succession planning and governance gaps are putting the survival of family-owned businesses at risk, calling for stronger structures to ensure smooth leadership transitions and long-term business continuity. According to IFC, succession remains the most critical challenge facing […] The post Succession

By Kizito CUDJOE A climate finance expert has called on government to establish a dedicated national fund to address the country’s recurring floods, mounting waste management challenges and other climate-related risks, arguing that existing financing mechanisms remain fragmented and inadequate. The General Manager for Green Transition at the Jospong Group, Dr. Glenn Kwabena Gyimah, proposed […] The post Expert

GCB Bank has been named Regional Bank of the Year – West Africa at the 20th African Banker Awards held in Brazzaville, Congo. The award, presented on the sidelines of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Annual Meetings, recognises the Bank’s market leadership, resilience, innovation and contribution to economic growth and financial inclusion in Ghana and […] The post GCB Bank named

By Kizito CUDJOE The Bawjiase Community Bank Plc has recorded a 24.1 percent increase in profit before tax in 2025, as innovative strategies launched a year earlier drove growth in deposits, assets and shareholder returns while positioning the bank for expansion through digital banking and new markets. Profit before tax rose to GH¢9.35 million for […] The post Bawjiase

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The country is seeking to broaden how it measures national progress beyond traditional economic growth indicators, with Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) leading efforts to develop a framework that incorporates well-being, environmental sustainability, resilience and social inclusion into policy planning and decision-making. The initiative, discussed at a policy workshop in Accra on […] The post GSS

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH Unilever Ghana’s financial base has strengthened – with revenue growing to GH¢1.039billion in 2025 from GH¢930.8million a year earlier – as the company introduces Comfort Fabric Conditioner into the Ghanaian market and doubles down on its sustainability drive. The company’s profit stood at GH¢96million and cash holdings at GH¢210million. Speaking at […] The post Unilever

Exclusive Events Ghana, the organizers of the prestigious Miss Ghana pageant, have officially unveiled a star-studded panel of judges for the upcoming auditions of the 69th edition of the competition. The highly anticipated event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Oak Plaza Hotel, off the Spintex Road in Accra. […] The post Stacy

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The Chartered Institute of Bankers (CIB) Ghana has elected Dr. Ellen Ohene-Afoakwa, Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Bankers (FCIB), as its new president for a two-year tenure. The election took place during the institute’s sixth annual general meeting (AGM) held in Accra on Thursday, 25 June 2026. Dr. Ohene-Afoakwa, who […] The post Dr.

…Beyond Trade: Can Zero Tariff Trigger Industrialization in Africa? Opening Hook: A trade policy with bigger ambitions On May 1, 2026, China’s decision to grant zero-tariff treatment across all product lines for eligible African exports entered into force, marking a significant milestone in Africa–China economic relations. Much of the early discussion has focused on what […] The post AFRICA

…The case for an integrated 13 – Step Process Map Dr. Tetteh AFFOTEY-WALTERS    The article analysis the Value for Money Office (VFM) Act that is now law. But without a clear institutional process architecture that defines precisely when each actor acts, and with what legal authority the reform risks becoming another well-intentioned law that collides […] The post The procurement

Not all challenges in family businesses are visible. Some are carried quietly. For many NextGens, the experience of stepping into a family business is not only about learning operations, understanding strategy, or contributing to growth. It is also an internal journey. One that is often not spoken about openly. From the outside, it may look […] The post Family

By Dr. Josephine Adusei-Poku Teaching is the profession that makes all other professions possible. Every professional – whether in the vocational, technical, academic or corporate sectors in Ghana – was once a student sitting in a classroom, looking up to a teacher for guidance. The hard truth facing our education system is that the quality […] The post Breaking

Before Ghana’s World Cup clash against England, many Black Stars supporters had already prepared themselves emotionally for disaster. The predictions were plentiful. The concerns were genuine. The confidence levels were somewhere between “let’s hope for the best” and “where did I leave my calculator?” To be fair, England arrived with a squad full of stars, […] The post On

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO Environmental sustainability experts have identified behavioural change as the most important innovation needed to transform the waste management sector, arguing that the country’s ability to tap into the global waste management market begins with a shift in mindset rather than investment in machinery. Speaking at the 2026 Environmental Sustainability Summit (ESS) […] The post Behavioural

VFS Global has reinforced its commitment to transparency, applicant protection and secure visa application services in Ghana, amid rising travel demand and increasing cases of fraudulent intermediaries targeting unsuspecting applicants. The company is urging applicants to rely strictly on official channels, avoid agents promising early appointments or guaranteed visa approvals and plan applications well ahead […] The post VFS

By Carl Odame-Gyenti At the Africa Forward Summit held in Nairobi on 11–12 May 2026, Kenyan President William Ruto offered what may prove to be the most consequential observation of the two-day gathering. Speaking to a plenary audience that included over 30 heads of state, multilateral institution chiefs, and some of the continent’s most prominent […] The post The