The rise of content creators and influencers has transformed the way brands reach their audiences. In Ghana, this trend has been growing in popularity. In this article, I explore the power of content creators and influencers and their impact on new media. I’d also discuss the next wave of...
...the ECL way
The streets have been buzzing- everyone wants to go into tech. With the creation of groundbreaking applications and the opportunity to gain skills that puts one at par with global talents, it appears that venturing into the tech space is a no-brainer. Herein lies the million-dollar question-...
…Absa-Mastercard Foundation Fintech-Agritech Support Programme showing the way
One by one, the young entrepreneurs walked in, eager to make an impression in front of the panel put together by Absa and Mastercard Foundation. These entrepreneurs, mostly from the Fintech and Agritech sectors in Ghana, had been allocated presentation slots...
Concerns
The proliferation of AI technologies in Africa is not without its challenges, as foreign companies and governments have been known to introduce technologies that have questionable benefits for local communities. China has been at the forefront of exporting AI-driven technologies to Africa, with its Belt and Road Initiative and...
The Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation has emphasised the need for technology and innovation-driven efforts to spur economic growth and development in the face of the ongoing economic challenges.
It stated that as efforts are being deployed to put the economy back on the path of growth, science,...
Africa has the fastest-growing population globally, expected to nearly double to 2.5 billion by 2050. By the end of the century, Africa is also expected to be home to 40 percent of the world’s population, who will need to be connected to the digital world.
Currently, most of Africa’s citizens...
Samsung Electronics has unveiled the Galaxy A54 5G and Galaxy A34 5G, two innovative smartphones that advance Samsung Galaxy’s commitment to designing awesome mobile experiences. These new additions to the popular Galaxy A series will help users shoot steady and crisp videos, see clearly even in bright conditions, and...
MTN Ghana Foundation has been recognised for the significant contributions the Foundation made in the fight against COVID-19 at the 2023 National Honors and Awards.
MTN Ghana Foundation received a plaque and a certificate for Distinguished Service – Platinum Category. Presenting the awards, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo-Addo, expressed appreciation...
Gender equality is a fundamental human right, yet it is still a challenge in many parts of the world. Despite significant progress made in recent years, women continue to face various forms of discrimination and inequalities in all areas of life, including education, employment, and access to resources. Technology,...
As part of activities to commemorate International Women’s Day, Stanbic Bank Ghana has organised a seminar for women, dubbed ‘The Feminine Code’. The discussion was in line with this year’s theme for International Women’s Day, ‘DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality’ and was led by female leaders from...