By Peter DOYLE Exiting a longstanding currency union – as Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger propose to do by leaving the CFA franc zone, comprised of West African states that use the French-backed currency pegged to the euro – is not a decision to be taken lightly. For the departing...
From sunrise to sunset, no water or food for long hours. Then, breaking the fast at sunset, followed by one to two more meals before dawn. Meals during Ramadan are often more abundant and richer than usual, consumed at unusual hours of the night. As the sacred month of Ramadan...
After several rescheduling of the renewable energy targets for the nation, analysts are again beginning to question the 2030 deadline toward achieving 10 percent of the country’s energy mix with renewables. Despite aims to boost renewables in the country’s energy mix from 41.5 megawatts in 2015 to 1353.63MW by 2030...
…the case of Regent University College of Science and Technology By Samuel LARTEY (Prof) In Ghana, private universities are currently facing significant challenges in delivering quality education due to a combination of economic constraints, logistical issues, and technological disparities. The recent economic downturn has exacerbated financial pressures on both students and...
By Issahaku YAKUBU Islam is based on five core principles; adhering to these principles is essential for being recognized as a follower of the Islamic faith. These principles, also known as the Five Pillars of Islam, include Shahadah (belief in the oneness of God, Allah SWT), Salat (prayer), Sawm (fasting), Zakat...
By Ishac DIWAN & Vera SONGWE For the first time in two years, some low-income and lower-middle-income countries (LMICs) can access the bond market. But many others remain still in dire need of liquidity and face punishing interest rates. Amid this ongoing crisis, the Finance for Development Lab’s proposal for a...
By Peter DERY Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are the lifeblood of any economy, driving innovation, creating jobs, and contributing to economic growth. However, one of the most significant challenges facing SMEs is access to financing. This may be attributed to their modus operandi, record keeping, associated risk amongst others. This...
… A strategic approach for Regent University College of Science and Technology in times of economic turbulence By Prof. Samuel Lartey ([email protected])  In the wake of Ghana's recent economic downturn, stakeholders across various sectors are facing unprecedented challenges. For educational institutions like Regent University College of Science and Technology, these challenges...
…A roadmap for educational services stakeholders in Ghana By Kiki ROCKSON, CEO of Electronic Merchant Services, Ghana &  Freda Kabuki OCANSEY (Dr) The economic landscape in Ghana presents numerous challenges, especially in the education sector where scarce resources and competing priorities impact stakeholders across the board. As we navigate these turbulent...
…A Guide for Students and Parents at Regent University College of Science and Technology  By Yaw Boadi APPIAH & Benjamin ZOGBATOR In the current economic and financial climate of Ghana, where instability and resource scarcity pose significant challenges, the burden of funding tertiary education weighs heavily on students and their families. This...