It appears a highly emotive (some might say, political) subject to broach but discuss, we must, if we are not to behave like ostriches; burying our heads in the sand while the foxes devour our precious chicks! Wondering what is up the sleeves of this rural farmer who would not...
Financial irregularity is one of the thorny issues organizations tend to grapple with in their operations. It is a matter of interest in terms of demanding accountability regarding the use of resources. The issue is a yearly ritual in the public financial management of government institutions and attracts wide...
By David QUAYE On January 28, 2024, a significant regional development unfolded as Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger formally requested to withdraw from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), one of the continent's most notable regional blocs. In a joint press statement released by the junta-led countries,...
By E. Maaweh TANGA In a fragmented world, fraught with conflict, insecurity, and a tense global political landscape, interconnectivity and digital integration remain on a growth trajectory. Digital technologies are redefining human relationships in ways that were once only possible in the complex minds of futuristic movie directors. The year-on-year growth...
By Amos SAFO Beginning January 2024 to date, Ghana has witnessed an unprecedented heat, as a result of global warming and climate change. This extreme change of the weather is redefining people’s sleeping habits and overall health. Several people across the country are complaining about extreme heat that makes them sweat...
‘Even if everyone is doing it, wrong is never right” - Russel M. Nelson Interesting feedback Dear Reader, I am sure last week’s article might have stirred up some emotions in some of you. I thank Readers for the feedback given to me. Let me repeat last week’s quote from Rick...
By  Bernard L. TETTEH-DUMANYA (Dr) The commitment of Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to addressing Ghana's economic challenges has sparked intense scrutiny and debate. This analysis delves into the sincerity of Dr. Bawumia's efforts in tackling the nation's economic issues by evaluating his policies, actions, and their impact. Dr. Bawumia, Head...
By Alexander Ayertey ODONKOR Fifth-generation mobile technology, abbreviated 5G, is the new wireless standard after 1G, 2G, 3G and 4G networks. Characterized by better bandwidth, faster speed, reduced error rates and lower latency, the technological upgrade offers enormous potential for improving efficiency and productivity across various industries. As recent studies...
By Korsi DZOKOTO The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has historically stood as a pillar of financial security for Ghanaian workers. However, recent events including the  sale of SSNIT-owned hotels and the escalating concerns voiced by worker unions have cast a shadow over its reputation. Mismanagement issues, political...
By Hilda AFEKU-AMENYO The importance of green finance in the current global efforts to combat climate change cannot be overemphasized. This is also the case in Ghana where sustainable development has gained momentum with financial institutions taking the lead. However, a transient but crucial aspect of this transition is employee knowledge...