A dedicated panel discussion – “New Opportunities in Growth Markets” – will showcase burgeoning opportunities in Africa’s key gas markets at the Invest in African Energy Forum (IAE) forum in Paris this month.
The panel will feature …
West Hills Mall, the ultimate shopping destination in Ghana, is gearing up for an extraordinary celebration this Mother’s Day on May 12, 2024. In a heartfelt tribute to the incredible mothers of Ghana, West Hills Mall is set to make this M…
This week, the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) will leverage its deep expertise and convening power to highlight the crucial role of agricultural technologies, fertilizer and healthy soils in driving sustainable agricul…
The 2nd annual API Mauritius & Indian Ocean Property Forum (www.APIEvents.com)?, which will be held on 13 June 2024 at the InterContinental Hotel & Resort, is situated 15km from both Port Louis and Gand Baie in Mauritius, promises to…
Global consumer electronics pioneer LG Electronics (www.LG.com), recently hosted its LG Showcase MEA 2024 in the Conrad Hotel in Abu Dhabi, under the brand’s theme of Reinventing Together. The event, which focused not only on showcasin…
Asa Savings & Loans, as part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR), has presented some items to support pupils and teachers of the Ahwiaa M/A Junior High School at Ahwiaa in the Kwabre East Municipality in the Ashanti Region.
The…
Artificial intelligence is changing the face of the world, and the African continent is no different. Recognizing this, GITEX Africa 2024 (www.GITEXAfrica.com), the continent’s largest tech and startup exhibition scheduled from 29-31…
In April 2024, the market capitalization of the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) surged to an unprecedented GH¢80.20 billion, marking a significant milestone.
This remarkable increase was driven by substantial gains in the share prices of v…
Allianz Trade, the world's leading trade credit insurer and Inclusive Brains, a French start-up developing a new generation of neural interfaces powered by generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), have partnered to develop Prometheus, a ne…
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has pledged the government’s commitment to providing necessary support to local manufacturing companies in Ghana in the wake of recent economic downturn.
The President made this promise during a wor…
The MTN Ghana Foundation has handed over a new accident and emergency centre and administrative block completed at the cost of GHS 5,475,542.69 to the Bawjiase Polyclinic in the Awutu Senya West District in the Central Region.
The Bawji…
Fidelity Bank, the nation’s largest privately-owned bank, has transformed the learning environment for students at Abbeykope D/A Basic School in the Ningo Prampram District. Through its impactful "Orange Impact" initiative, the bank constr…
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has denied reports of introducing a one percent cybersecurity levy on all banking transactions.
These allegations surfaced on social media following reports that the Central Bank was planning to impose a one perc…
Caveman Watches, the renowned luxury watch brand, has expanded its footprint with the grand opening of a new showroom in East Legon, marking a significant milestone in its journey of offering exquisite timepieces to watch enthusiasts.
T…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned countries like Ghana, which still have inflation above its central bank’s target range, to continue to maintain a tight monetary policy.
The fund indicated that although inflation in s…
Dr. Humphrey Ayim-Darke, the President of the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), has proposed that the Akufo-Addo administration should intentionally foster the growth of local companies to compensate for the departure of multinational…
Africa Hospitality Magazine, established in 2023 by Oudjah Simpa Fetter, the Head of Africa Hospitality Consultants (www.AfricaHospitalityConsultants.com), is proud to announce the launch of its English version. This new publication …
Celebrating a decade of impact, the Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) (https://www.AWIEForum.org) proudly announces the AWIEF2024 Conference and Awards. This milestone event is scheduled for 28th and 29th Nov…
E-commerce, with its potential to transcend geographical barriers and empower businesses, is facing a challenging path in Ghana.
While it offers immense promise for market expansion and job creation, the sector grapples with significant…
As part of its ‘WorldClass’ project to impact 100 million people globally and 35,000 lives in Ghana by 2030, Deloitte has commissioned its 7th ultra-modern library in Ghana at Hohoe in the Volta region to serve seven schools within the mun…
Between April 20-27, the Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) Prize Competition (www.AfricaBusinessHeroes.org), a philanthropic initiative sponsored by the Jack Ma Foundation and Alibaba Philanthropy, hosted 40 participants—consisting of t…
First National Bank (FNB), one of the country’s foremost financial institutions, has attributed its performance in the first quarter of the year to efficient cost management, a practice it intends to consolidate in the months and years …
The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) and Invest in Africa have jointly launched the MicroGREEN project to provide livelihood opportunities for marginalized and vulnerable groups in Ghana and Senegal.
Titled "Strengthening Wom…
As an industry leader, you are undoubtedly aware of the dynamic landscape of the global energy sector. So, it is my pleasure to remind you of an unparalleled opportunity: African Energy Week (AEW) 2024, scheduled to take place from Novembe…
Data breaches, attacks on critical infrastructure or physical assets and increased ransomware attacks keep cyber concerns at #1 with 67% of responses.
Business interruption, Changes in legislation and regulation, Macroeconomic develop…
• Declares 0.24 cents Final Dividend
• Total Assets Rise by 90.2% to $21.7 billion
• Shareholders’ Funds Hits $2.1bn, achieving an impressive growth of 120.2%.
In another unprecedented performance, Afri…
Telecel Mobile Financial Services Ltd, operators of Telecel Cash, in partnership with Cellulant, a leading technology company, has announced the availability of Telecel Cash as a convenient payment method for Google Play users in Ghana. Th…
FBNBank Ghana has rebranded to FirstBank Ghana with a renewed pledge to deliver top-notch services and introduce innovative solutions to meet the needs of the Ghanaian market.
The bank, which first changed its name from Internatio…
The President of the Foods and Beverages Association of Ghana (FABAG), John Awuni, has raised concerns over the migration of multinational companies to neighbouring countries.
Numerous multinational companies have reloc…
The Ghana Revenue Authority Workers Union (GRAWU) has underscored the need for a national dialogue on tax culture to promote a shift in tax payment among Ghanaians.
The union's call is expected to spark a broader conversation on the…
The Ghana Post Company Ltd last Saturday unveiled the first-ever crypto stamp in the world to commemorate the silver jubilee celebration of the ascension of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to the throne as the Asantehene.
A crypto stamp is a digit…
The unique challenges posed to the Asia-Pacific region in the face of climate change, poverty and hunger are well known. The region plays a significant role in climate action as both the largest emitter of greenhouse gases on one end and h…
Following a casual conversation with a friend who happens to be a blind software engineer, Tran Khanh Dung was enlightened to the multiple obstacles to digital accessibility faced by individuals with disabilities. With a vision to make the…
According to data from the International Energy Agency (IEA), the global implementation of energy storage devices at central power plants and within minigrids and off-grid sources in the housing sector increased more than fourfold in the…
China and India remain the key drivers of global coal-fired power generation. According to Global Energy Monitor, the two countries accounted for 76% of the capacity of coal-fired TPPs launched worldwide in 2023 (52.9 out of 69.5 gigawat…
Despite a 6.2 gigawatt (GW) increase in the capacity of wind power plants (WPPs), the actual power output of WPPs in the United States fell by 2.1% in 2023, totaling 425.2 terawatt-hours (TWh). According to the U.S. Energy Information Admi…
In order to increase the share of nuclear in Japan’s energy mix from the current 5% to 20–22%, the country will need to restart 11.4 gigawatts (GW) of nuclear reactor capacity between 2025 and 2030. This assessment was provided by the U.…
Converter gas (a by-product of iron and steel industry) may be used for manufacturing medications. This conclusion of researchers from the Institute of organic element compounds named after A.N. Nesmeyanov of Russian Academy of Sciences …
The Deputy CEO of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Linda Boamah Asante, has stated that management is actively working to reduce the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in response to the demands of Ghanaians.
In a town hall m…
Traders in the Ashanti Region are struggling due to the influx of counterfeit textiles in the market, leading to a loss of customers and potential closure of businesses.
The issue is particularly prominent in the Kejetia Market, where f…
Soil moisture is the key factor affecting the gaseous interchange between atmosphere and soil: the higher it is, the more sensitive is soil breathing to temperature increase. On the contrary, drought results in significant decrease of ac…
Ghana and India are forging a partnership aimed at streamlining financial transactions between the two nations.
Plans are underway to connect Ghana's Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems (GHIPSS) with India's Unified Payments …
Ahead of the farming season, the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) has started the distribution of farm inputs to farmers in the Volta and Eastern regions who were affected by the Akosombo Dam spillage.The first phase of the presenta…
A report by the United States Geological Survey has revealed that over 3,000 tonnes of gold were produced globally in 2023.
China, Australia, and Russia were the top gold producers in 2023, according to the U.S. Geological Survey, Miner…
Israel's government has moved to shut down the operations of the Al Jazeera television network in the country, branding it a mouthpiece for Hamas.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the cabinet agreed to the closure while the war i…
As the country transitions to a low-carbon economy, the need for renewable energy sources in our energy mix has become increasingly important. During the power supply challenges, some experts suggested that consumers (individuals and ins…
James Klutse Avedzi, the Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament (PAC), has attributed the depletion of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust’s (SSNIT) reserves to unprofitable investments.
The International L…
Introduce a policy that encourages public and private institutions to incorporate facility management as a key component in their operations, the International Facility Management Association (IFMA-Ghana) has entreated the government.
T…
Coca-Cola is gearing up for a potential initial public offering (IPO) of its African bottling business as soon as next year after previously putting the plans on hold, people with knowledge of the matter said.
The drinks company is …
Promasidor Ghana (PGH), producers of Cowbell powdered milk and other dairy and food seasoning products, has marked 25 years of its flagship brand, Cowbell, unveiling a 12-month calendar of activities to celebrate the milestone.
Themed 2…