By Mary Henewaa KARIKARI For many years, the average Ghanaian investor approached investing with one primary goal: SAFETY. Treasury bills, fixed deposits, savings accounts, and real estate became the preferred investment choices for many households. The objective was simple… preserve capital, earn modest returns, and avoid unnecessary risk. In many respects, this mindset was understandable. […] The post Treasury

…The Bank of Ghana’s revised framework (Notice No. BG/GOV/SEC/2026/03) and brand equity threatens the restoration of GN Savings and Loans license By Abdul Muiz MUHAMMED The recent judgment delivered on May 21, 2026 in favour of GN Savings and Loans may appear, at first glance, to reopen the door for the institution’s return to Ghana’s […] The post A double-edged sword dilemma appeared first

By Seade Caesar The story of Africa’s development is increasingly becoming a story of partnerships. For decades, many African countries relied heavily on traditional Western donors, multilateral institutions, and international aid agencies to finance major infrastructure and development projects. Today, however, a new chapter is emerging. Gulf countries, particularly the State of Kuwait through the […] The post Kuwait

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi Promasidor Ghana has marked this year’s World Milk Day with a large-scale nutrition outreach programme targeting more than 10,000 schoolchildren in the Ashanti Region, reaffirming the its commitment to child nutrition, health and education. As part of the initiative, the company, through its flagship dairy brand Cowbell, visited several schools, including […] The post Cowbell

Africa Skills Hub (ASH), a Ghana-based enterprise support organisation focused on youth, women and SME development, has officially transitioned to ASH Africa, marking a significant milestone in its 10-year journey of expanding opportunity pathways across the continent. The rebrand reflects the organisation’s evolution from a skills development entity into a broader pan-African organisation driven by […] The post Africa

The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has launched a telehealth service that will allow pensioners to access medical consultations remotely, marking an expansion of the institution’s role beyond pension administration into broader social protection and healthcare support. The initiative, developed in partnership with the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Trust Hospital and pensioner […] The post Retirees

By Henry Atta NYAME There is a popular Akan proverb: “Nea ?sua nsuo na ?bo abuduru gu.” Literally, it means “the one who fetches water is the one likely to break the pot.” The proverb reflects effort, responsibility, and the risks that come with active work. Some employees genuinely strive to perform well, yet may […] The post Beyond salary: The cost of performance

J.A. Plant Pool (GH) Limited (JAPP) and its Executive Chairman, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, have said they will vigorously challenge a lawsuit filed by Attorney-General, Dr. Dominic Ayine seeking the recovery of US$2 million under the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) contract, insisting they owe no money to the state. In a statement issued on […] The post J.A.

Universal Merchant Bank (UMB) has appointed accomplished banking executive Victoria Esinam Attipoe as Branch Network Head for its Greater Accra Division, in a strategic move that underscores the Bank’s renewed focus on retail banking excellence, operational transformation, and customer-centric growth. With over two decades of proven leadership across retail, personal, private banking, and banking operations, […] The post UMB

By Nana Adwoa BAAFI For many organisations across Ghana, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles often look like corporate donations, tree planting exercises, school renovations, scholarship schemes or community outreach programmes. These initiatives although undeniably contribute to social development, risk reducing ESG to acts of corporate philanthropy hence missing the bigger picture. The reality is […] The post Have

The Head of Strategy and Enablement at Stanbic Bank, Darwin Mireku, has called for a more balanced approach to digital lending across Africa. Speaking at the 3i Africa Summit 2026, he stressed that sustainability and positive customer outcomes must remain at the center of financial innovation. During a panel discussion on the topic, “Access vs. […] The post Stanbic

The Deputy Chief Executive of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), responsible for Finance and Administration, Mr. Ato Boateng, has disclosed that significant progress has been made towards implementing a new locally financed funding mechanism aimed at raising working capital through the issuance of commercial paper. Speaking in an interview on the sidelines of the Ghana–UK […] The post COCOBOD

By Dr. David Antwi Ghana is facing a growing but often overlooked problem in its food system—losses in frozen fish and chicken supply chains. While these foods are essential for many households, especially as affordable sources of protein, a large portion is being compromised before it reaches consumers. Globally, nearly one-third of all food produced […] The post When

By Rachel Gyabaah,  a Development Practitioner In my earlier piece in February, Beyond Preferences and Rhetoric: What Africa’s 2025 Integration Moment Really Demanded I argued that Africa’s long-term competitiveness would not be secured by waiting on external trade preferences, but by taking integration seriously as an economic project. I called for political will, industrial strategy, […] The post African

By Lorraine Mac-Pods West Africa stands at a defining moment in its development journey. The region is richly endowed with mineral resources, a youthful population, and growing industrial ambition. At the same time, it faces rising energy demand, climate vulnerability, infrastructure deficits, and increasing expectations for inclusive growth. In this context, responsible mining and sustainable […] The post Responsible

By Dr. Ernest ASIMENU In a world where access, privilege, connections and perception often shape outcomes, golf remains one of the clearest reminders that performance eventually speaks louder than reputation. On the golf course, titles do not hit the ball. Wealth does not sink the putt. Influence does not rescue a poor swing. When a […] The post Golf is the ultimate meritocracy appeared first on

An arbitral tribunal has ruled in favour of Moringa Mauritius Africa, Moringa SCA SICAR and B-Bovid Limited in a dispute with B-Bovid founder Issa Ouedraogo, dismissing all counterclaims brought by him. According to a statement issued by Moringa, the tribunal’s final award, delivered on February 25, 2026, upheld all claims brought by Moringa and B-Bovid […] The post Arbitral

By Dr. Michael BUADOO, Ph.D. The recent attacks against African migrants in South Africa have generated widespread condemnation across the continent and beyond. Much of the discussion has focused on governments, diplomacy, immigration policy, and the responsibilities of the South African state. Those discussions are important and necessary. However, there is another conversation that Africa’s […] The post South

By Hannah Gyamfua MENSAH The recent xenophobic attacks and anti-immigrant protests in South Africa, which prompted the evacuation of Ghanaian citizens by the Government of Ghana, have once again brought attention to a recurring challenge within Africa’s migration landscape. Beyond the immediate humanitarian concerns, the situation raises deeper questions about African unity, regional integration, migration […] The post “Ghana

By Paul Rex DANQUAH The current Government, led by His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama’s ambition to develop world-class sports infrastructure has gained new momentum, driven by recent investments such as the Borteyman Sports Complex built by the previous NPP govenment and growing interest in hosting continental events. Yet fiscal constraints, rising public debt pressures, […] The post PPPs