Kenneth Amponsah   Kenneth Amponsah, Chief Risk Officer of UBA Ghana, has emphasized that “ethical culture must begin with leadership” during his remarks at the recent ACI Financial Markets Conference held in Accra.   The event gathered prominent leaders from Ghana’s financial market players to explore strategies for enhancing ethical …

  Child-In-Tech, a leading tech education company, is proud to announce its first-ever AI Summit, scheduled for September 5, 2024, at Blue Crest University. This groundbreaking event is sponsored by TapTap Send, a renowned fintech company.   The AI Summit aims to introduce children under 18 to the exciting world …

Naftali Dickson   The writer, Naftali Dickson, is the head of Thematic Platforms and Innovation Programs at the Africa Food Systems Forum Every year, between 10 million and 12 million young people enter the labour market in Africa, but only 3 million manage to secure jobs. As a result, more …

Matilda Quist, the headmistress of Bishop Bowers School Bishop Bowers School is poised to celebrate a momentous milestone with the launch of its Golden Jubilee Anniversary on September 28, 2024, at the school’s Primary Compound in Lartebiokorshie in Accra.   Themed “50 Years of Holistic Catholic Education; the story of …

As the much-anticipated iPhone 16 lineup is set to be unveiled at Apple’s upcoming event, it’s not just new hardware making headlines. iOS 18, which was previewed at Apple’s developer conference earlier this year, will also take centre stage.  But for those not planning to upgrade to a new iPhone …

The champion of Ghana’s Sharks Quiz Season 3 and a recent graduate of Academic City University College, Faith Sobe Cyril, has landed a Software Engineer role at Apple in London, UK. Cyril, who earned first-class honors from Academic City College, has a history of academic excellence that has consistently set …

Ghanaian media personality Nana Aba Anamoah has sharply criticized President Akufo-Addo for appointing what she describes as “incompetent” individuals to manage the country’s healthcare system. Her remarks come in response to the ongoing crisis at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH), where elective surgeries have been suspended, and emergency cases temporarily …

  United Bank for Africa (UBA) Ghana has been announced as the winner of the Most Sustainable Bank of the Year 2024 category by the Global Business Magazine Awards. This prestigious recognition underscores UBA Ghana’s unwavering commitment to excellence in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices, reinforcing its position as …

Daniel Nuer Daniel Nuer, Head of the Tax Policy Unit at the Ministry of Finance, Ghana, has revealed that the Ministry of Finance is working to introduce about 36 more Double Taxation Agreements in addition to the 14 currently being enforced in Ghana. According to Mr. Nuer, six of the …

To inherit or access a deceased customer’s account, one must be named as a beneficiary in the deceased’s Will, BOG claims. Furthermore, a court of competent jurisdiction must issue Letters of Probate to empower the beneficiary to access the account. The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has clarified that being named …

The current state of Ghana requires a combination of upgrading, resetting, restoring, and restructuring across all sectors of the economy, particularly in relation to the numerous unprofitable, counterproductive, and redundant policies and programs. Comprehensive sustainability in national development is achieved through the continuous improvement of effective policies, alongside the upgrade, …

In 2021, but for the court’s intervention and decision, Tyrone Marhguy would have been denied admission to Achimota Senior High School (“School”), when he was required to choose between keeping his dreadlocks for religious purposes or cutting them as a precondition to enrol in the school. After that admission controversy …

The recent depreciation of the Ghana cedi against the major foreign currencies is expected to continue due to subdued foreign exchange liquidity. Last week, the local currency depreciated across the major trading currencies as foreign exchange liquidity remained subdued. Additionally, Ghana Cocoa Boards’s intention to abandon its annual cocoa syndication …

The Peasant Farmers Association has expressed dissatisfaction with the government’s recent decision to ban the export of essential grains, including maize, rice, and soybeans. This reaction follows an announcement by Minister for Food and Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong, who introduced the ban as a measure to safeguard food security amidst an …

Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has warned of a possible increase in foreign exchange demand if Ghana is forced to import food to address shortages caused by the ongoing drought in Northern Ghana. During a press conference in Accra on Monday, August 26, Dr. Amin Adam expressed cautious optimism …

A lonely and potentially sexually frustrated dolphin has been blamed for a spike in attacks on swimmers in a Japanese seaside town. The bottlenose dolphin is believed to be behind 18 attacks near the town of Mihama so far this year, with one primary school-aged child’s finger needing at least …

Keta Municipal Hospital has officially opened a Renal Dialysis Centre aimed at easing the burden on kidney patients in need of dialysis treatment. This facility was made possible through the generous funding of Togbi Tenge Dzokoto Gligui VII, the Dufia of Anyako-Konu and Paramount Chief of the Amugo-Vego Traditional Area …

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) between July and August, 2024, recorded a revenue shortfall of over GH¢893,158,654 as part of the on-going process of upgrading its prepayment metering system in its operational areas.  According to the company, the loss was as a result of customers not paying for the …

  – ’Find Your Soil’, Nurture Your AgriTech Innovation and Win $50,000 in Equity Funding   The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa), in collaboration with the Norwegian Embassy, proudly announces the launch of the 6th edition of the MEST Africa Challenge (MAC). This year’s challenge seeks to identify …

Researchers have introduced a groundbreaking smartphone charging technology capable of fully charging a device in under five minutes. The 320-watt charging technology, named “320W SuperSonic Charge,” was developed by Chinese electronics company Realme, setting a new benchmark in fast charging. This innovation surpasses previous records, including the 300-watt charger unveiled …

World Star Records Ltd, an artiste management and event organising company, is set to host the Ghana – Bahamas International Music and Cultural Festival. Slated for November 1 to November 4, 2024 in Nassau, Bahamas, a similar event will be held at the Sports Stadium of the University of Ghana …

A Twitter tweep, Efe Moxie, took to the social networking site to reveal that Ashluxe, one of the biggest clothing lines and sponsors of the Big Brother Naija “Don’t Loose Guard” season, has reached out with a juicy deal to Onyeka’s team. If this eventually happens, this would make her …

The Ghana National Cocoa Farmers Association has called for an immediate increase in cocoa prices for the upcoming planting season. The Association insists that farmers will accept no less than GH¢6,000 per tonne and warns of serious consequences if their demands are not met, citing the currently low cocoa prices in …

In Botswana, internet subscriptions are expensive. 10GB of data can cost up to P1400 ($103) in a country where the minimum wage is P1500 ($111), cutting off a youthful population despite increased demand for internet connectivity. In 2019, Botswana introduced SmartBots, free WiFi routers in public spaces. Five years on, …

The Bank of Botswana (BoB) has reduced interest rates by 25 basis points to 1.9% despite rising inflation. It is the third consecutive rate cut in a year. The previous cuts were in December 2023 and June 2024.  Headline inflation in July rose to 3.5%, in line with the bank’s …

A Data Privacy and Information Security specialist, Desmond Israel, has warned that the country remains vulnerable to cyber-attacks and electoral interference. According to Mr Israel, attackers may not target the voting, counting, or collation processes—since they are fully manual—but instead exploit digital avenues such as political campaigns, communications, and social …

Popular Ghanaian blogger, Jeffrey Epprim Nyame has been sentenced to a 30-day jail term for the publication of false news A blogger named Jeffrey Epprim Nyame, who in 2022 spread fake information that prompted fraudulent bank withdrawals, was given a 30-day jail term. Prosecutors said publication compelled dollar account holders …

The 9th edition of Big Brother Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ witnessed an epic moment as Shaun and Victoria, known as Team Shatoria, clinched victory in the season’s most significant task, sponsored by Supa Komando. Their win showcased remarkable strength and teamwork, leaving viewers in awe. In a thrilling competition against …

Renowned broadcaster Captain Smart has unleashed scathing criticism on the organizers of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2024 manifesto launch, which took place in Takoradi and lasted for almost 7 hours. On his Onua Maakye show, Captain Smart expressed his disappointment and frustration with the event’s organization, calling for the …

Pere Egbi has hit a milestone in Nollywood with his latest production, ‘The Silent Intruder‘, which claimed the award for the Best-Rated Film‘ for the first half of 2024. With an astonishing rating of 9.3, it tops the film industry and signifies an entirely new standpoint in Nigerian movie excellence. …