Merriam-Webster defines ‘addiction’ as “a compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behaviour, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon withdrawal or abstinence”.
In moderation, anything can be argued as alright, depending...
According to Britannica (2022), industrialization in history refers to the process of change from an agrarian and handicraft economy to one dominated by industry and machine manufacturing. These technological changes introduced novel ways of working and living and fundamentally transformed society.
This process started in 18th-century Britain. From there, in...
As we strive to optimise decision-making efficiency, we must be mindful of illogical choices that may infiltrate our lives. How can we ensure that our decisions are optimised for success? Our cognitive processes tend to swiftly and unexpectedly justify a desire as soon as it becomes alluring.
However, it is...
A New Era in Ghana's Democratic Journey
Ghana, often called the Heart of Africa, is renowned for its stable political climate and progressive democratic governance. This commitment to regular, peaceful presidential elections is a model for other emerging democracies.
The 2016 presidential election, resulting in a power transition from the National...
WHAT THE NUMBERS TELL US
It is estimated that agriculture accounts for 80 percent of global deforestation. Out of thousands of plant species cultivated for food, a mere 200 substantially contribute to the world's food output, according to "THE STATE OF THE WORLD’s BIODIVERSITY FOR FOOD AND AGRICULTURE" by the...
A successful process of raising funds for your business is the first step towards achieving success. Your business may not be able to materialize productive investment opportunities without access to easy and timely finance.
Whether it’s a start-up or an expansion, financing is a crucial step towards business success. Generally,...
Intellectual Property Rights, a crucial legal framework, serve as a shield for intellectual property and intangible creations of the human mind. These include inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, and symbols used in commerce. Intellectual property rights play a pivotal role in fostering innovation and economic growth by significantly...
Finance and Risk are two crucial issues in the world of business that cannot be over-emphasized. Finance is the heart and soul of any business; it plays an essential role from its establishment to its growth.
I’m tempted to define ‘finance’, though most of us have an idea of what...
The human was born free and has been free to do business to make a living. However, during this process, society expects compliance with certain standards and regulations to ensure the smooth flow of usual activities and socio-economic norms. The society also expects a certain kickback from the people...
THE FUNDRAISER’S MINDSET
I am always first to admit that upon returning home from London to Accra (Tema, to be precise), I was so eager yet so unknowingly green. I set sail with a cargo of dreams and ‘book-long’ strategies, ready to conquer the vast ocean of the African Business...