Over the years, I've noticed a significant shift in the perception of leadership. It has evolved from the traditional concept of holding a position of power and authority, often associated with ruling over others, to a more nuanced understanding. Recently, I came across an article on LinkedIn authored by...
The Board Diversity Index for 2023, put together by TheBoardroom Africa (TBrA) in collaboration with the Ghana Stock Exchange, indicates that Ghana has made remarkable progress in the journey toward gender parity in boardrooms - particularly in companies listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange.
Per the report, the number of...
Russia and Ghana will use national currencies when trading with each other. As it became known, the central banks of the two countries are already working on this. Cards from the Russian payment system Mir may also be introduced in Ghana. In an interview with the African Initiative, an...
…evidence from the Ghana Stock Exchange
In recent years, the Ghanaian economy has faced a series of challenges, ranging from the widespread and unprecedented effects of COVID-19 to the global economic repercussions stemming from the Russian-Ukraine conflict, which have significantly impacted the Ghanaian financial landscape. These dual phenomena, characterized by...
…block chain-based traceability and transparency
Within the complex realm of food supply chains, where products navigate through an intricate network of entities and processes prior to reaching the end consumer, the cornerstones of achievement are traceability, transparency, and efficiency. However, mismanagement, mistrust, and compromised food safety have frequently resulted from...
The Sherrif Security Indicator (TSSI) is an annual online survey that is organized to commemorate the Cyber Security Awareness Month. TSSI researches into the most critical security concerns of residents of Ghana. This is the fourth edition of the survey.
TSSI asks respondents to indicate their greatest and least security...
The Growing Challenge of Flooding in Ghana
Flooding, once considered an occasional natural occurrence, has become more prevalent in Ghana. As the frequency and severity of these floods continues to increase, it poses a formidable challenge to our communities, infrastructure, and livelihoods of our citizens.
Floods have become an unwelcome guest,...
Financial technologies (FinTech) have emerged as a driving force behind financial inclusion, particularly in developing countries like Ghana. Fintech promises to deliver greater financial inclusion due to the high cost of traditional finance, a supportive regulatory ecosystem, and other macroeconomic factors.
As we inch closer to the year 2030, concerns...