The issue of problem loans is an albatross that keeps rearing its head in the affairs of financial institutions in both and advanced and less advanced economies. Granting loans is one of the core functions of banks.
What are the effects of bad loans?
A bank with high percentage of bad...
Beyond the spiritual significance of the Kpledo Festival by the people of Prampram, one feature that cannot be overlooked is the unique costume of some of the participants. From jute sack to masqueraders’ outfits as well as the Ghana flag finding its way to the ground, the celebration has...
In an effort to consolidate the gains made in fighting the outbreak of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the country, the Ghana Exports Promotion Authority (GEPA) has presented assorted items to artisans in Sunyani to help control spread of the virus at their workplaces.
The items were made up of Veronica...
the strategic imperative for economic development and sustainability
There are two divergent opinions suggesting ESG performance is the necessary impetus for economic growth and transformation on one hand, and economic growth being responsible for ESG performance on the other hand. I speak for ESG performance being responsible for economic...
Seyram Kawor, a Senior Lecturer of the School of Business, University of Cape Coast recently won the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Campus Culture Excellence Award as the Global Champion, 2020 at the first-ever CIMA Excellence Awards virtual ceremony.
This award recognises faculties and student bodies that have launched...
Launched in 2016, Bolt - Ghana’s leading ride-hailing company - has taken less than five years to dominate the country’s mobility sector with the perfect blend of efficiency and innovation. For a company run by a team of young, skilled and ambitious visionaries, Bolt’s growth in Ghana and the...
In a remarkable tribute to a truly extraordinary leader, Exeter College embraced the spirit of appreciation and admiration as they unveiled two exquisite portraits of President Agyekum Kufuor on Tuesday, May 9th, 2023. The occasion, filled with elegance and significance, marked a celebration of a man whose impact on...
One of the wonderful activities I engaged myself in this incredibly-memorable year is a discussion I had with a group of young literati in Somalia who are using literature to brighten up their world. We are all aware of the ‘travails’ this year saw us through.
The Coronavirus pandemic stunned...
Exactly 65 years ago, Ghana was liberated from the shackles of colonialism to become the first African nation to achieve independence. Indeed it was a joyous and happy moment with hopes that the country will pioneer its way towards rapid growth and development for Africa as a continent.
Ghana’s economy...