Reducing inequalities within and among countries is the tenth goal of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG-10).
Inequalities related to income and structural and systemic discrimination are major causes of concern worldwide. They threaten long-term social and economic development, limit poverty reduction and negatively affect opportunities for better livelihoods...
I welcome you all to another epistle from your Savings and Investment Tutor. Recent economic challenges have pushed me out of my hiding place to share a few thoughts on the burning question of how we can overcome the barriers of starting a ‘side hustle’ or ‘gig’.
In today's challenging...
…taking the wardrobe lesson to the corporate world
In life, moments of change are inevitable, ushering in growth, setbacks, or fluctuations. Such periods test our endurance, resilience, and adaptability. This concept is universal, transcending the boundaries of personal experiences and finding profound relevance in the corporate world.
As professionals, we are...
Compliance with security standards and regulations has been identified as the one way to earn and maintain customer trust and also an important method of defending against malicious insiders. Obtaining certification for compliance with industry security standards and regulations helps improve the overall security capabilities, while alleviating customer concerns...
In this question-and-answer interview, Israel’s Foreign Minister Eli Cohen talks about his historic visit to Ghana and how the two countries can deepen diplomatic and trade relations
What brings you to Ghana?
I am very delighted to visit Ghana. This visit is the first of its kind by an Israeli...
I only feel angry when I see waste. When I see people throwing away things we could use.
---Mother Teresa
Environmental integrity means that your actions with regard to the environment match your felt or expressed priorities and values with regard to the environment. It is a condition where the...
Effective communication serves as the lifeblood fuelling the success of every thriving organisation. Open and transparent communication within the workplace is paramount to ensure smooth operations, foster collaboration and drive positive outcomes. It serves as the vital conduit through which ideas, information and feedback flow, facilitating seamless operations, fostering...
In the relentless battle against financial crime and money laundering, banks face a formidable adversary that often goes unnoticed - their own employees. An internal threat can pose a more significant risk to a bank than its customers, especially when staff members aid and abet criminal activities. Despite stringent...
… Core values and significance in institutions
In today's world, professionalism has emerged as a cornerstone of organisational culture, reflected in the core values of numerous institutions across various industries. This article aims to explore the meaning of professionalism, its key components, and the reasons why institutions include it as...
When Albert Einstein, the German Mathematician and Physicist, said: “Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one learned in school,” he undoubtedly did not know about the existence of these two communities in Ghana – Berekuso and Teiman.
Indeed, the oft quoted Physicist could not have reckoned that...