By Enoch AKUFFU-DJOBI (PhD)
In today's corporate environment, financial statements serve as the cornerstone of stakeholder decision-making. However, the increasing use of impression management techniques in financial reporting raises concerns about the authenticity of these disclosures.
While the primary aim of financial statements is to provide a true and fair view...
By Professor Douglas BOATENG
In the fertile heart of Africa, where the land is generous, the people alive with possibility, and the cultures steeped in ancient wisdom, a silent truth towers above us all.
We talk. We talk in parlors, under shady trees, and in conference halls. Yet our words,...
Global Media Alliance, organizers of the prestigious Ghana Beverage Awards (GBA), has announced its readiness to receive nominations from beverage industry players and the general public following the unveiling of Ghana Beverage Awards 2024 in Accra.
The nominations, which seek to provide a platform for beverage producers and the general...
By Terry MANTE
In the world of corporate pursuits, success is frequently attributed to strategy, innovation, talent, and market forces.
While these elements are undeniably important, an often overlooked but profoundly impactful element is the "God Factor"—the infusion of spiritual principles, divine guidance, and faith-driven decision-making in corporate environments.
What Is the...
By James K. GALBRAITH
In a remarkable catalogue of horrors for The New York Times, journalist Ben Casselman details the “central tenets” of mainstream economics that have fallen out of political favor: free trade, open borders, a carbon tax, fiscal austerity.
Covering the American Economic Association’s recent annual meeting in San...
By Ernest De-Graft EGYIR
Insight:
Organisational culture is the foundation of any successful business. As a CEO, your ability to shape and sustain a strong, positive culture directly impacts employee engagement, productivity, and innovation.
For Ghanaian companies, a well-aligned culture can be the key to standing out in competitive markets and attracting...
By Kodwo BRUMPON
“Until the lion learns to write, every story will glorify the hunter.” – African proverb
It is no secret that many Africans and African societies struggle to esteem themselves highly. This is a complex issue rooted in historical, cultural, and socio-economic factors that span over centuries.
The reasons behind...
By Maureen E. BANSAH
Cybercrime has become a widespread and rapidly evolving threat in today’s digital age. It costs the global economy trillions of dollars annually and disrupts lives and institutions.
From phishing scams stealing personal information to online fraud draining savings, the consequences of cybercrime extend far beyond financial losses.
Cyberattacks...
There has been recent allegations of losses and accusations of impropriety regarding the novel gold for oil programme started by the previous government, with the Bank of Ghana and the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) at the centre of the accusations from some sources.
The MIIF, in the past three...
In December 2022, a historic moment unfolded in Ghana as 524 individuals, hailing from diverse corners of the globe, were officially granted Ghanaian citizenship.
This milestone, rich with symbolic and practical significance, represented more than just legal recognition; it marked the genesis of a bold new community initiative—The Diaspora 524.
Founded...