“Communication does not work when two people speak at the same time.” – African Proverb
We are social beings, and interacting is inherently a part of our nature. Through our interactions, we affect and inspire one another in ways that are both necessary and mysterious for our flourishing. Overall, our...
In Ghana, insurance is typically not considered a necessity; however, for people who take insurance policies their sum insured (maximum amount paid out for claims) is largely based on their current circumstances. Sadly, after people take policies they fail to increase their sum insured as their circumstances change.
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Historically, con artists have used a variety of tactics to deceive and manipulate their victims, and this includes online romance scams. The rise of online dating and social media has made it easier for scammers to create fake profiles and gain the trust of their victims while remaining anonymous....
Standard Bank Group’s 160-year history in Africa makes the group more than a financial services organisation. The group has become a core and an indispensable member of the African community, offering not just integrated financial services and superior value, but also supporting the continent in varied and distinct ways....
Ghana, a West African nation known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant economy, has recently faced significant challenges due to its over-borrowing and subsequent debt crisis. In a bid to address its economic woes, the Ghanaian Government embarked on a debt exchange programme, hoping to secure much-needed financial...
This is a sequel to the article titled ‘the intricacies of the minimum chargeable income’. From a cursory reading of the provision of section one of the Income Tax (Amendment) Act, 2023 (Act 1094), the content of that section requires an entire article to digest its interpretation, implications, and...
“I don’t believe in aid”
This bold statement was made in 2023 by the President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, H.E. President Maada Bio, during an interview. He also added that the foreign aid compromises Sierra Leone’s freedom and independence, due to the strings attached to it. According...
...how Internal CSR can skyrocket your company’s fortunes
Have you ever heard of the ‘triple bottom line’? It's a concept that has been gaining traction in recent years, particularly among companies that are committed to corporate social responsibility (CSR). The triple bottom line refers to a company's three bottom...
The recent COVID-19 pandemic and other global crises, including climate change and conflict, have arguably resulted in the reversal of decades of development progress worldwide.
This sudden and unexpected reversal has created a crisis for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its associated goals, putting the entire project on...