For more than a year, the African Energy Chamber (AEC) has been pushing back against steadily building pressure to halt new foreign investments in Africa’s oil and gas industry.
To prevent catastrophic climate change, environmen…
Access to financial services in Africa had for decades been defined by disparities—between rural and urban areas, between men and women, between small businesses and larger enterprises. It meant that millions, especially the continent’s mo…
The African insurance market presents significant opportunities for industry participants, driven by the rise of insurtech and fintech start-ups, alongside robust population growth and low levels of insurance penetration, according to a re…
The Ghana Consulting Engineers Association (GCEA) has elected Kwabena Bempong as the new President to steer the affairs of the association in the next two years.
He takes over from Magnus Lincoln Quarshie, who has led the association fo…
With the December 7 general elections fast approaching, domestic airlines are experiencing a significant rise in passenger traffic as voters finalize travel plans to their home constituencies.
Industry players report…
After 15 years of promoting financial inclusion in Ghana through mobile money (MoMo), MTN Ghana is seeking to unlock untapped potentials in the financial technology (fintech) industry.
Despite the huge progress made since the introducti…
The Derma Area Rural Bank (DARB) in the Ahafo Region, has held its 37th Annual General Meeting (AGM), with a call on shareholders and prospective ones, to increase their share purchases.
Mr Gabriel Essandoh, Chief Executive Officer (CEO…
Unilever Ghana PLC, the leading manufacturer of household consumable products in Ghana, has brought back onto the market its iconic Lifebuoy Carbolic Soap.
The relaunch with the campaign theme, "Anigye? aba, Lifebuoy Carbolic asan aba",…
The USAID Feed the Future Ghana Market Systems and Resilience (MSR) Activity has formalised and empowered 75 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Upper East Region to enhance their operations and strengthen their market nets.…
Production from Ghana’s Jubilee oil field dipped to 89,000 barrels per day (bpd) in October 2024, slightly down from 90,000 bpd in July, according to Tullow Oil’s latest trading update.
The decline is attributed …
Data from the Bank of Ghana indicates a notable rise in mobile money transactions, reflecting the growing adoption of digital financial services across the country.
The total number of mobile money transactions incre…
The Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) has launched its 50th-anniversary celebrations marking five decades of dedication to the growth and transformation of Ghana’s shipping and logistics industry.
This took place on Friday, Novemb…
The Director General of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), Mr. Michael Luguje, has urged freight forwarders and clearing agents in Ghana to consistently declare the full contents of every cargo they are impo…
Professor Patrick Asuming, an Economist and Senior Lecturer, at the Department of Finance, University of Ghana Business School, has assessed the country’s International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme and praised the government for succe…
The Standard Bank Group has signed an agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to expand local currency lending to accelerate development projects across Africa.
Through the partnership, the two financial institutions …
Ghana Link Network Services Ltd dominated the prestigious World Business Leaders Congress 2024 in Dubai, with its Executive Chairman and Chief Technology Officer receiving top honours for their transformative contributions to trade technol…
A maiden Forum of Directors of the Ghana Hotels Association (GHA) in the Upper East Region has been held in Bolgatanga to assess the growing hospitality industry and to consider key areas such as facilities, customer care and housekeeping …
Kosmos Innovation Center (KIC), through its Agritech Challenge Classic, has empowered more than 7,000 young people with ideas to take advantage of the agricultural value chain.
The Agritech Challenge Classic, which was introduced in 201…
Mr. Jeffery Oppong Peprah, Chief Executive Officer, Volkswagen Ghana, says the introduction of credit scoring systems will help address car financing challenges in Ghana.
He said accessing the creditworthiness of buyers through a credit s…
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) has hailed the resilience of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) as a crucial factor in the country's economic prosperity.
Osafohene Dr Afua Asabea Asare I, Chief Executive Officer, GE…
The Ho Municipal Assembly in the Volta Region has successfully mobilized GHC780,972.11, # representing 52.02% of its Internally Generated Funds (IGF) target for the third quarter of 2024. This amount was raised from a projected target of G…
Mr Ziad Hamoui, Fellow, Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), has called for public-private a collaboration to align national, regional, and continental policy priorities to drive intra-Africa trade volumes.
He said po…
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) is celebrating five decades of pioneering research and partnerships dedicated to transforming livestock systems for better lives and a better planet. As a leader in livestock research, …
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and Kenya-based Med Aditus Pharmaceutical Kenya Limited (Med Aditus) have signed a project preparation facility heads of terms agreement at the margins of the fourth edition of the African Sub-Sover…
Mining Indaba – the premier platform for deal-making, investment, and corporate networking for African mining for over 30 years – is cementing its position as the catalyst that ignites positive disruption within the African mining …
The main aim of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) Country Strategy Paper (CSP) 2024-2029 for Ghana, approved by the Board of Directors on 6 November 2024, is to build a resilient and inclusive economy through privat…
The 2024 Broadband Development Congress: Cape Town, hosted by the World Broadband Association (WBBA) (www.WorldBroadbandAssociation.com) during Africa Tech Festival 2024, brought together global industry leaders and stakeholders fr…
International collaboration, innovation and sustainability were the key themes of the 28th World Investment Conference (WIC28), hosted by Invest Saudi and the World Association of International Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) that concluded i…
Mr. Eric Danning, the Board Chairperson of the Ahantaman Rural Bank PLC, has attributed the bank's growth and profitability in the last four decades to good corporate governance and resilience in the face of challenges.
He said the effort…
Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC has for the second time announced the launch of its latest promotion, “Tap, Win, and Fly to Dubai”, for the second time.
This exciting initiative offers Republic Bank Cr…
The CEO of Volkswagen (VW) Ghana, Jeffrey Oppong Peprah, has highlighted the significance of supporting locally assembled vehicles, describing it as essential for the sustainability and growth of the automotive industry in Ghana.
He…
United Bank for Africa, Ghana has been recognized as the Socially Responsible Bank of the Year at the 2024 Ghana Accountancy and Financial Awards. This prestigious award celebrates the bank’s commitment to corporate social responsibility (…
Serene Insurance Company Limited, a member of the First Sky Group and a general insurance company, has continued its expansion of branch presence in the country with the opening of a branch at Adenta.
The opening of the new branch brin…
The National Tree Seed Centre (NTSC) of the country has expressed grave concerns over the continuous destruction of seed sources in the country by illegal miners.
According to the Centre, all the endemic species peculiar to Ghana were …
BudgIT Ghana, a civic-tech group driving accountability, transparency, and active citizenship for equitable governance, has embarked on with nationwide impactful community engagements to empower the citizens with the skills, information a…
The Executive Director of International Development Economics Associates (IDEAs), a non-governmental organisation, Charles Abugre, has called for a paradigm shift in the management and extraction of the country’s natural resources.
H…
MGA Consulting Ghana Limited, a rapidly growing management consultancy firm, has been honoured with the Overall Best Business Promotion & Consultancy Sector Award at the 13th AGI Ghana Industry and Quality Awards 2024, held in Accra.
Th…
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) promises to deliver a giant leap forward in productivity, efficiency and waste reduction. For most, adoption is not a question of if, but when.
In a BT sponsored survey conducted by Dell Techno…
The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF), Africa’s premier conference for tourism and hospitality investment, is gearing up for its 2025 edition in Cape Town. Taking place from 17 to 19 June at The Westin Cape Town, AHIF 2025…
The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) has consistently demonstrated a commitment to driving economic growth and supporting sustainable development in Ghana and beyond. Through strategic innovation and resilience, GSE has made notable advancements…
The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund (www.AfDB.org) approved a loan of $80.93 million to Senegal and Guinea for the construction of a new interstate road linking Labé and Mali in Guinea with Kédougou and Fongolemb…
NaaS Q3 Financial Results: Pioneering Profitability in the EV Era
China’s new energy vehicle (NEV) market is hitting its stride this year. Since July, monthly retail sales of NEV passenger cars have consistently outpaced gasoline cars, …
Orange to accelerate digital inclusion in Africa through the incorporation of regional languages in AI Large Language Models (LLMs) for the first time
Orange will fine-tune OpenAI’s open-source speech models and Meta’s openly…
SAS-sponsored research by Economist Impact suggests global politics and innovation will influence the insurance sector’s fate.
Technological innovation driven by customer centricity could pave the way to greater climate resilience and m…
By Nana Essilfuah Tamakloe, Marketing and Corporate Affairs Director, Absa Bank Ghana LTD
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) today is about more than fulfilling obligations; it must aim to create shared value and make a tangible diff…
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a global leader in technology, today announced the launch of an immersive smart home experience at Melcom Mall - Spintex, one of Ghana's largest shopping centres. This innovative showcase, a first of its kind…
We're delighted to share with you the latest edition of the Ipsos Cost of Living Monitor. This comprehensive report delves into the nuanced perspectives of individuals across 32 countries, capturing their sentiments amidst the evolving eco…
MTN Ghana, in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), and the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection, has announced a series of initiatives to mark the annua…
The Ministry of Energy has assured the public that all challenges delaying the full implementation of the Cylinder Recirculation Model (CRM) are being addressed with input from key stakeholders.
According to the sect…
Africa World Airlines (AWA) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards in the aviation space.
To this end the company embarked on a series of events designed to enhance safet…
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