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Electricity for all promise laudable but execution remains sceptical – IES

The Institute for Energy Security (IES) has said it is sceptical about the Akufo-Addo administration’s renewed promise to supply electricity to all by the end of its second term. This comes after President Akufo-Addo in his inaugural speech during his swearing-in last week disclosed of government’s commitment to extend electricity …

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Ghana’s bounce back can be far from being a far-fetched dream

There is no doubt to the fact that Ghana’s rebound will witness tough challenges. However, there are quite many factors that are encouraging to put Ghana on its track in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. First and foremost, it is worthy to note that the very recent swearing-in of President Akufo-Addo …

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SEC warns Ghanaians about illegal Chinese investment firm

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a warning to Ghanaians, especially investors, to desist from investing in an unauthorized Chinese firm; Chy Century Heng Yue Group Limited and its partner, Sairui E-commerce Ghana Limited. According to SEC, the afore-mentioned financial institution, which has been undertaking electronic investment transactions …

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4 ways to get your startup ready for investors

You’re ready to take your fledgling company to the next level, but it will mean you need an influx of investment capital. Whether you succeed in raising this funding is one of the most important junctions in your company’s future. Here are some tips to consider: 1. Foster a resilient …

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Liverpool overcome depleted Villa

Liverpool reached the FA Cup fourth round with a comfortable victory over a Covid-affected Aston Villa – but it took until the second half to get on top of a home side made up of academy players with no first-team experience. A coronavirus outbreak at their training ground this week meant …

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WhatsApp forces users to agree to share data or stop using the App

If you’re a WhatsApp user, which you mostly are, you’ve probably seen a pop up asking you to agree to share certain data with Facebook, the mother company of WhatsApp. The message, which read, “By tapping Agree, you accept the new terms, which take effect on February 8, 2021, After …

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Local gin ‘Akpeteshie’ can be a global product – Akufo-Addo

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has made a strong case for akpeteshie, Ghana’s favourite local drink. The president in his inaugural address stated that although he gave up alcohol many years ago, he was of the view that the local drink could break boundaries in the global market. He was hopeful that …

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SSNIT increases 2021 pensions by 10%

The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has increased monthly pensions by 10% for the year 2021. In a public notice SSNIT said the increment means all pensioners on the SSNIT Pension Payroll as at December 31, 2020, will have their monthly pension increased by a fixed rate of …

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Akufo-Addo faces stern economic test

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will start his final four-year tenure on January 7 with his task on the economy well cut out for him. He will be expected to lead the revival of an economy that has been pushed into its first recession in almost 40 years, prune down public spending …

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54 out of 55 countries have signed AfCFTA agreements – Secretary-General

Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area, Mene Wamkele, has disclosed 54 out of 55 countries have signed onto the single market trade pact. According to him, 34 countries have also deported their instruments of ratification with Nigeria being the latest to do so as of December 5, 2020. …

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