By Isaac FRIMPONG (Ph.D.) Population policy aims to transform infants into a skilled workforce capable of driving national development, and quality education is essential to this transformation. While this article does not aim to evaluate the quality of Ghana's education system, it is evident that the country benefits from both traditional...
By Roger A. AGANA Cape Coast, renowned for its rich history and stunning coastline, is a jewel in Ghana's tourism sector. The city attracts thousands of tourists annually, largely driven by its historic landmarks, such as the Cape Coast and Elmina Castles. The potential for economic growth here is immense and...
By Kwaku OFORI The year 2024 is shaping up to be one of the most consequential election cycles in recent history, with elections taking place across major democracies that will undoubtedly shape the global economic landscape. While countries like Mexico and the European Parliament have already held their elections, key elections...
By Bernard Yaw ASHIADEY The government, it seems, has greenlit the sale of Newmont's assets to Chinese investors for a staggering US$1billion. This decision, ostensibly made for an additional US$150 million above what indigenous investors, backed by local funds offered, raises profound questions about the nation's economic strategy and its...
In spite of a 59 percent decline in attempted fraud cases within the banks and Specialised Deposit Taking Institutions (SDI) sector in 2023, the total loss value surged to approximately GH¢72 million – indicating a 29 percent increase over the GH¢56million recorded in 2022. Across the two sectors, total value...
A major initiative to rehabilitate and modernise the Kpong Irrigation Scheme (KIS) is being embarked upon. The initiative, supported by the West Africa Food System Resilience Project (FSRP) and backed by a US$22.6million investment from the World Bank, aims to significantly boost agricultural productivity in the Eastern and Greater Accra...
By Kwesi BISSUE A long walk in the sun Looking to feel that real one A love at first sight A love that feels right   In the wander of the heart It wonders to whom a heart belongs And whom a heart wanders to It wonders who belongs to a heart And who wanders to a heart To this...
By Mawuli ZOGBENU We have gone past the 7th week of January 2024 but I am still yet to see any vehicle on the road bearing the 2024 registration number. Could this be because I use the Kasoa road mostly? East Legon people, please I am sure you have seen some...
By Nelson Semanu BOANDOH-KORKOR & Elizabeth BOANDOH-KORKOR Welcome! Two weeks ago, we examined some benefits of bivocational ministry. In this article, we will further explore additional benefits of this important ministry. Bi-vocational ministry provides an additional stream of income It's no secret that ministry requires financial resources, and reaching more...
By Rafiq Nungor ADAM Farming is a challenging venture, requiring strength, endurance, dedication and commitment of financial resources. But imagine doing all of that with a missing leg. In the rural community of Kunfabila in the Wa Municipality of the Upper West Region, a resilient farmer is breaking the barriers of...