Railway operator Lobito Atlantic Railway exported (https://apo-opa.co/4e3BWX2) its first shipment of copper from the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the U.S. in August 2024, strengthening Africa's contribution to the growing gl…
For Andy Annobil, a digital marketer who works for a nonprofit organization in education, the thought of getting Telecel Fibre Broadband fixed at his home in Effiakuma, Takoradi was necessitated by the hybrid nature of his job.
Andy’s w…
MobileMoney Limited (MTN MoMo) has introduced an exciting promotion for customers to celebrate its 15th anniversary. The promotion, called 'Transact & Win’, will provide customers with the opportunity to win fantastic e-cash prizes.
Abd…
Canon Europe (www.Canon-Europe.com) today announces the RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM, a constant aperture zoom lens, designed to be the ideal choice for those looking to unlock greater creativity and achieve higher quality images without…
Fidelity Bank, one of Ghana’s largest privately-owned banks, has donated a substantial amount of money to the Presbyterian Health Service, Agogo Hospital to facilitate the renovation of the CT scan room at the hospital.…
The Adansi Rural Bank PLC at Fomena in the Adansi North District of Ashanti Region has proposed a total dividend payment of GH?1.4 million for the 2023 financial year.
This represents 40 per cent of the bank’s profit available for payme…
Head of Enterprise Banking at Stanbic Bank Ghana, Eric Tsiri, has reiterated the bank’s readiness to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana.
Speaking on an X-Spaces discussion on the topic ‘Access to Finance: Bridgi…
GCB Bank PLC (GCB Bank) has been crowned the CIMG Marketing-Oriented Bank of the Year 2023 at the prestigious 35th National Marketing Performance Awards organised by the Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana (CIMG) last Saturday.
This …
The Ghana Chamber of Mines has launched a mining competency framework to standardise the approach to defining and measuring knowledge and skills required for various roles within the mining sector.
The framework would help mining compan…
Retirement planning is a crucial aspect of securing one’s financial future, yet many individuals struggle to create and maintain an effective plan. The lack of preparation for retirement isn't just a personal financial risk, it's also a po…
The Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana (PFAG) has issued a stark warning of an impending generational food and nutrition crisis if drastic measures are not taken to combat illegal mining, commonly known as ‘galamsey’.
In a stateme…
The government has been implored to make a concerted effort to engage fisher folks and coastal communities in the development of policies related to ocean management.
Such a move, according to the President of the National Fisheries As…
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has stated its readiness to intensify its efforts to combat cocoa smuggling across the country’s borders with support from the military.
According to the Board, it was overwhelmed by the increasing case…
Senegal inaugurated (https://apo-opa.co/3AYXd5v) the 300 MW West Africa Energy gas-to-power plant at the Cap des Biches thermal generation facility in August 2024, accelerating its natural gas market expansion. The plant will utili…
World-renowned football federation, the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB) in partnership with VFS Global (www.VFSglobal.com), concluded extensive coaching courses held in Stellenbosch and in Durban earlier this year. The init…
The President and Chairman of the Boards of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, has paid tribute to the preeminent role played by the institution’s staff in Africa’s development. He…
Saudi Arabia is rapidly establishing itself as a global leader in tourism, with the Kingdom’s remarkable achievements in 2023 setting a new benchmark for the industry. This progress was on full display at the IHIF Asia International Hosp…
The government has committed GH¢8.2 billion to cushion the private sector, Mr Andrew Cudjo Ameckson, the Head, Banking and Non-Banking Unit, Financial Sector Division of the Ministry of Finance has announced.
He said the fund was under …
The Bank of Ghana has disclosed that the banking sector has recorded a mixed performances in terms of commission, gross income, operating expenses and financial assets.
The BOG said net fees and commissions recorded a slower growth of 1…
The Bank of Ghana (BOG) has disclosed that the banking industry remained profitable for the first half of 2024.
The BOG, in its Monetary Policy report for the month of July, said the banks recorded higher profit-before-tax (PBT) an…
Former President John Dramani Mahama, also the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) says the next NDC government will prioritise and invest into hugely into the cashew sector for the nation to derive the optimum economic be…
A delegation from Turkey is set to explore investment prospects in Ghana's agriculture and the health sectors with Ghanaian partners.
The 10-member delegation comprising of academicians, finance experts, health professionals and entrepr…
Ghana's feed milling industry struggles to maintain production capacity due to severe shortages and soaring prices of essential raw materials, particularly maize.
From about 1,000 metric tonnes, the production capacity has dipped t…
Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC, has unveiled the winners of the Cohort 4 Standard Chartered Women in Tech Incubator programme, awarding a total of GH?936,000 in grants to six (6) exceptional women-led businesses at a…
Some commercial banks have begun reintroducing charges on foreign exchange accounts after they suspended these fees under regulatory pressure.
A few banks have already communicated the decision via text message and email informing …
In this competitive and ever-evolving insurance industry in Ghana, sales agents are essential for driving revenue, building client relationships, and enhancing market presence. Given the increasing complexity of insurance products and risi…
Devtraco Plus is thrilled to announce the official launch of Hotel at The Address, a premier luxury hotel located in the prestigious Roman Ridge neighbourhood of Accra.
This landmark project is set to elevate Ghana’s hospitality lan…
Advans Ghana Savings and Loans Ltd has achieved a significant milestone by securing the prestigious ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification. This globally recognized standard for information security management systems underscores Advans Ghan…
The Ministry of Finance and partners have held a forum to sensitise Small and Medium Entreprises (SMEs) in the Northern Region on the Growth and Opportunity programme (SME-GO) to help improve their operations.
The day's sensitisation fo…
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the Africa Development Bank (AfDA) have called for a new initiative for debt treatment and reform of the global financial architecture.
The two institutions expressed concern o…
The Orange Growers Association (OGA), a prominent non-profit group dedicated to supporting Ghana’s citrus industry, has officially inaugurated its new head office in Akim Oda, Eastern Region.
This marks a pivotal moment in the ass…
The Ghana International Trade and Finance Conference (GITFIC) has made a case for the immediate adoption and implementation of its Global Debt Initiative to ensure long-term relief for the economies of least least-developed and developing …
Ms Davisha Johnson, Founder, African Diaspora Collective Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCCI), has urged diasporans to tap the business potential of all 16 regions in the country and not just a few.
She noted that mostly, diasporan…
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC) has commended PETROSOL Platinum Energy for its unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality
fuel and accurate quantities to consumers.
In a congratulatory message marking PETRO…
The Executive Chairman of JL Properties Limited, Dr James Ato Condua Orleans-Lindsay, has urged investors from The Netherlands to explore investment opportunities available in Ghana.
According to him, Ghana pres…
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has launched a new Online Advertisement Application Portal, a major step in the organisation’s ongoing digital transformation efforts.
The launch event, held at the T.C. Corquaye Conference Ro…
The Gomoa Community Bank in the Central Region in 2023 granted loans totalling GH¢11,297,704 to its customers for the expansion of their businesses.
The amount compares with the GH¢8,227,290 it released the previous year.
During the …
A sensitisation workshop on climate change has been held for cocoa farmers at Hiawu-Besease in the Atwima-Nwabiagya South Municipality of the Ashanti Region to help sustain their trade.
The training aimed at equipping the farmers with t…
THE Chairman of the Brogya Resources Limited, Nana Bediako Brogya Sarpong, has been awarded Ghana's Most Outstanding Personality in Business Development at the just-ended Corporate Ghana Hall of Fame Awards.
The award was in recognition…
The Ghana Shippers' Authority (GSA) with support from the Ministry of Transport (MOT) has secured the release of six Ghanaian cargo trucks detained at the Dakola border in Burkina Faso.
In April of this year, the trucks were initially d…
The 2024 Central Regional Trade and Investment Fair dubbed the "Central Expo" has opened at the Adisadel School park in Cape Coast with a call on stakeholders to commit towards making the region the wealthiest in the country.
The Centra…
The government will officially launch an exchange offer in the coming days, for the country’s bondholders, as part of efforts to complete the external debt restructuring exercise, Finance Minister, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has stated.
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The government has been urged to speed-up the development of the Micro Finance Policy to help provide financial advice and services to Medium and Small-Scale Enterprises (MSES), especially those in rural communities.
Government must als…
A total of 50 aquaculture trainees in the Agona West Municipality have received fingerlings from the government as start-up to their businesses after undergoing six months training offered under the Aquaculture for food and jobs programme.…
MTN’s Corporate Communication Senior Manager, Georgina Asare Fiagbenu, and Senior Manager of API Partnerships at MTN Group Fintech, Ruth Badoo Bruce, were speakers at the 2024 Youth Empowerment Summit. The summit was hosted by the Martha I…
I am immensely proud of RwandAir’s new and exciting partnership with Africa World Airlines (AWA). The partnership marks a significant step forward in our mission of strengthening Rwanda’s connectivity with Africa and other regions around t…
The Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) (www.GABI.UNGlobalCompact.org) has announced its line up and programme (https://apo-opa.co/4gf9Edj) for its annual two-day event on the margins of the UN General Assembly in New York. Ta…
Canon (www.Canon-CNA.com) today announces that it has received the Buyers Lab (BLI) 2024-2025 Pacesetter Award in Serviceability - a prestigious industry award from Keypoint intelligence, the market research firm and independent ev…
Hisense South Africa is set to revolutionize gaming and entertainment experiences, showcasing cutting-edge technology at IFA 2024. Under the theme “The Scenario-driven Future of Tech,” Hisense is bringing to life large screen displays and …
The Africa Center and African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.AfreximBank.com) have announced the upcoming launch of the Afreximbank Africa Diaspora Center (AADC), a groundbreaking initiative that will help bridge the gap bet…