... opens second branch at Kejetia The First National Bank (FNB) Ghana Limited has opened its second branch at Kejetia in Kumasi, with the objective of assisting Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to thrive in the Ashanti Region. FNB believes SMEs play a pivotal role to the Ghanaian economy, in either boom- or...
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of EIB Network, and Empire Foundation, Nathan Kwabena Anokye Adisi, popularly known as Bola Ray, has emphasised his commitment to continue using his platforms to give a voice to the voiceless, uplift others and champion causes that would improve the lives of Ghanaians. According to...
The Head of Business Development Service at Development Bank Ghana (DBG), Anita Solomon, has underscored the need for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to take book-keeping and other forms of record-keeping in their businesses seriously. According to her, lack of proper record-keeping - especially financial records, sale of goods...
In the landscape of Ghana's economy, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are pivotal. As we approach the last quarter of the year, these enterprises stand at a critical juncture, poised to leverage the promises of the 2024 budget for sustainable growth and profitability. Harnessing Government Initiatives The 2024 budget, with its...
– Learnings from Absa’s Young Africa Works project By Celestine DUVOR & Prince KAY-TAKRAMA Micro, Small and Medium-scale enterprises (MSMEs) play a key role in driving economic development, job creation, environmental sustainability, and financial inclusion. This, according to the World Bank, makes MSME development a foremost priority for many governments around...
…the story of Crescendo Foods, Ghana’s first co-working and co-cooking space In the vibrant heart of West Legon, Accra, an inspiring revolution is unfolding in Ghana’s food industry. At the helm of this transformative wave is Dr. Wanida Lewis, Chief Executive Officer and founder of Crescendo Foods. With a rich background...
The goal of this event was to launch the first of the five-part series while giving attendees a 360 view and engagement within the industry MEST Africa hosted an event that served as both a showcase and a celebration of the advancements in Ghana’s agritech ecosystem. The event offered a unique opportunity...
In line with Fidelity Bank’s deep-rooted commitment to growing its Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) base, the bank in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) held the second session of its four-part webinar series on the topic Accessing Finance During Crises. Organized under the Fidelity Presents… thought leadership initiative,...
Buoyed by the success of the initiative to provide young entrepreneurs with access to funding of between GH¢10,000 to GH¢100,000 to grow their businesses, the government, through Ministry of Business Development, will make available GH¢200 million to small-scale businesses and start-ups next year, the minster responsible for its implementation,...
ARB Apex Bank has been admitted to the Ghana-Sweden Chamber of Commerce at a colourful ceremony in Accra. Pearl Delali Dorledzi, President of the Ghana-Sweden Chamber of Commerce (GSCC) who led a delegation to present the certificate of membership revealed that “ARB Apex Bank has been admitted to the Platinum...