Qualcomm Incorporated has announced the selection of 10 startups for the fourth edition of its Qualcomm® Make in Africa Mentorship Program, reinforcing efforts to strengthen Africa’s deep-technology ecosystem. The company stated that the program, under its Qualcomm Africa Innovation Platform, is designed to provide mentorship and technical training focused on advanced connectivity and processing technologies, […] The post Qualcomm

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Abosso  A total of 121 tricycle (Pragya) operators in the Abosso community near Tarkwa have been trained on road safety practices as part of efforts to reduce accidents and promote responsible riding. The training was organised by the Gold Fields Ghana Foundation in collaboration with the National Road Safety Authourity (NRSA) […] The post Tricycle

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Takoradi The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) Mark Badu-Aboagye has urged small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to prioritise legal representation in all business transactions. He said failure to do so continues to expose many organisations to fraud and costly disputes. He was speaking […] The post Prioritise

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Takoradi The fifth edition of the Western Regional Chamber Bazaar has opened in Takoradi, bringing together small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to showcase their products and build capacity for global competitiveness. On the theme, “Empowering and Preparing SMEs for Global Markets,” the 10-day event highlights a wide array of made-in-Ghana products, […] The post Fifth

By Dickson ASSAN For many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana, the mere mention of a tax audit by the Ghana Revenue Authority often triggers anxiety and, in some cases, outright panic. Yet, in reality, a tax audit is not a punitive exercise. It is a fundamental regulatory tool designed to ensure that taxpayers […] The post Navigating tax audits: A practical compliance

The sentiment is admirable. President John Mahama’s announcement that Ghana will open its borders to all African passport holders from May 25 (Africa Day)  carries the warm glow of Pan-African idealism that this country has long claimed as its birthright. From Kwame Nkrumah’s vision of continental unity to the ‘Year of Return’, Ghana has never […] The post Editorial: Open

By Eric Osiakwan The initial round of 1st quarter bourse reports is out, and the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) is officially Africa’s best-performing securities market. The GSE rally topped 43% as Tanzania, Nigeria and Zimbabwe gained more than 30% – all in dollar terms. The value of the dollar is weakening while African currencies are […] The post Africa stock markets

By Dr. Prince Osei HYEAMAN-ADDAI In the wake of the digital innovation mandate, Ghanaian banks must effectively expand focus from adoption and engagement metrics to monetisation. As banks pour substantial resources into mobile-first strategies — leveraging Apps, USSD, and chat-based services — the imperative is clear: translate high transaction volumes and user bases into sustainable revenue […] The post Effective

Strong trade policies only matter when they translate into real transactions for businesses. That was the position GCB Bank PLC took to the GEXIM@10 International Conference, where the bank called for stronger, earlier collaboration between EXIM banks and commercial banks to ensure trade policies deliver real export outcomes. At the conference, which marked the 10th […] The post GCB

By John Pabi Ntifo The structural misalignment between how credit is packaged and how borrowers actually earn money is not a market failure. It is a design failure, and it is hiding in plain sight. In Accra’s Makola Market, a fabric trader takes a GH?5,000 loan in January. Her sales are seasonal and her income […] The post  Why most loan products are designed backwards appeared

By Kwabena Kankanfo Oheneba-Gyebi Executive Summary Single sourcing procurement has emerged as a critical issue in Ghana’s public procurement landscape, prompting extensive debates regarding its effectiveness and potential drawbacks. This policy paper offers a comprehensive examination of single sourcing within the context of the Public Procurement Act of 2003 (Act 663) as amended, which establishes […] The post Single

Exporters, financial institutions, and key players in the trade sector are set to gather at the Alisa Hotel in Accra on April 9 for a high-level forum focused on improving access to export financing. The event, themed “Credit Insurance as a Financing Tool for Exporters,” is being organised by Activa International Insurance in partnership with […] The post Activa, Coface to host

…Why the problem is not the method but our understanding and application of it By Ing. Prof. Douglas Boateng For over a decade, procurement debates across Africa have revolved around the same questions, yet the real issue remains unchanged: a weak understanding, inconsistent application, and the absence of sustained professionalisation. A debate that refuses to […] The post The

A tender committee’s recommendation to award the Damang mining lease to Engineers and Planners Company Limited (E&P) has ignited a defining moment in the mining sector—one that could signal a decisive shift toward indigenous firms taking full control of large-scale mining operations. The recommendation, which followed a rigorous and competitive evaluation process conducted by the […] The post Engineers

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The Chief Executive Officer of Dalex Finance, Joe Jackson, has warned that the cedi could come under renewed pressure unless critical leakages in the country’s export value chain are addressed. Delivering a lecture at the Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana (CIMG) Evening with Joe Jackson in Accra, themed ‘Ananse stories about […] The post Fix

Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, on Sunday 5 April, participated in the Kwahu Business Forum Governor’s Roundtable session to discuss economic development and its impact on the business community. Governor Asiama used the occasion to reflect on the country’s economic progress in 2025, highlighting the difficult policy decisions central banks face globally. […] The post Inflation

The President of Zimbabwe,  Emmerson Mnangagwa last week Thursday  toured the Accra Compost and Recycling Plant (ACARP) in Accra as part of his State visit to Ghana, describing the facility as a strong example of how technology and local expertise can transform sanitation into opportunity. In his remarks, President Mnangagwa underscored the importance of embracing […] The post Prez

…seeks to help leaders turn AI interest into board-ready decisions IY&A has announced the launch of its Executive Lunch & Learn Series: ‘Applied AI Advantage’, a weekly leadership forum designed to help boards and senior executives convert artificial intelligence from abstract interest into practical, governance-ready business decisions. The series addresses a growing challenge facing organisations […] The post IY&A

Mantrac Ghana has demonstrated its commitment to operational excellence and customer-focused innovation by successfully hosting industry stakeholders at the 2026 Mantrac Component Rebuild Centre (CRC) Experience at its facility in Biakakrom in the Western Region. Themed ‘Powering Progress’, the event offered guests an exclusive behind?the?scenes look at the world?class safety standards, technical expertise, and local […] The post Mantrac