By Dr. Akinwande PUDDICOMBE
Imagine a Ghana where tobacco-related diseases are a thing of the past, where fewer lives are lost to preventable illnesses, and where families thrive in a healthier, smoke-free society.
This dream is achievable, as Sweden has demonstrated by becoming the first European Union country to officially attain...
By Justice OFFEI Jr
In his inaugural address on January 7, 2025, President John Dramani Mahama reaffirmed his administration's commitment to fostering entrepreneurship as a key driver of economic growth and job creation.
He highlighted the critical role of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in revitalizing Ghana's economy and emphasized his...
FirstBank gathered with gratitude and joy at the Victory Bible Church International, Awoshie Junction for a heartfelt Thanksgiving service, marking the end of the year 2024.
The event served as an opportunity for the Bank’s leadership, staff, and community members to come together in appreciation for the blessings and successes...
By Alain GBEASOR
As Ghana transitions into a new era, the fintech industry stands poised on the brink of transformation.
With an eye toward innovation and progress, the plan of a US$50 million Fintech Growth Fund by President John Dramani Mahama has sent ripples of optimism throughout the sector. This initiative...
President John Dramani Mahama has renamed the Ministry of Youth and Sports to the Ministry of Sports and Recreation to reflect the new government’s direction for the sector.
The decision effectively ends the union of sports and youth sectors as one ministry. The Youth Ministry will now stand alone as...
By Sheldon K. AMBAAH
Ghana’s energy sector is a vital component of its economic development and social progress. Over the decades, access to reliable and affordable electricity has underpinned industrial growth, technological innovation, and improved living standards.
However, Ghana's power sector has faced recurring crises that have exposed structural weaknesses,...
By Kwasi KYERE
Microfinance has played a crucial role in fostering financial inclusion and empowering underserved communities around the world.
To shape the future of microfinance and maximize its impact, it is important to look at Financial literacy and Fraud. Financial literacy and fraud are two important aspects to consider in the...
LemFi is transforming how immigrant communities access financial services, starting with international remittance and payments to ease financial hurdles
The platform enables diaspora communities in Europe and North America to move money reliably and affordably to emerging markets, including China, India, Kenya, Nigeria and Pakistan
Since its launch...
A research done by RiviaCo, a healthcare service provider, has revealed that hypertension (BP) and diabetes rank high as key health issues affecting productivity in the country.
The study sought to find out the impact of poor health on businesses and the broader economy, and therefore used findings from blood...
Following an extensive rehabilitation project funded by the World Bank in collaboration with the Akufo-Addo-led administration, the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial and Mausoleum Park (KNMMP) has recorded a surge in patronage - welcoming about 200,000 visitors every month since its reopening in July 2023.
Mr. Edward Quao highlighted this during a...