By Constance GBEDZO Ghana has bright prospects for growth in spite of persistent slowdown in growth owing to a more difficult global environment.  Our dependence on natural resources had in the past supported our growth but, it had also made us vulnerable to declines in commodity prices and external shocks...
By Barry EICHENGREEN Germany is the poster child for everything that is wrong with the European economy. GDP is on track to fall for a second straight year. Energy-intensive industries like chemicals and metalwork are in the tank. National champions such as Volkswagen and ThyssenKrupp have announced unprecedented job cuts...
By Abraham BAFFOE Government sets the legislation and policies for their country, and companies operating there must comply. It sounds simple – but to develop truly effective policy, governments need to engage private sector stakeholders in the process. In forestry and agricultural production, poorly designed policy can lead to long-term conflict...
Dear His Excellency In-Coming President As Ghana prepares for its next chapter of leadership, the nation stands at crossroads of immense opportunities. One of the most critical areas requiring immediate attention is our technical education system, particularly the role of technical universities in producing a skilled and competent workforce. The global...
By Emmanuel ACQUAH-SAM (Ph.D.) This article is written with deep solemnity and humility, reflecting on the possible “modern-day Solomon” tasked with constructing the national cathedral dedicated to the God of Heaven and Earth. Since President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo announced his intention to build the cathedral, the project has ignited intense,...
The 6th CEO Breakfast Retreat The CEO Accelerator Programme, the premier leadership development platform for C-Suite leaders, recently hosted its 6th CEO Breakfast Retreat under the theme: ‘Celebrating Excellence in African Hospitality and Leadership’, in partnership with TEMPLE Advisory. The CEO Accelerator Programme remains a guiding force for transformative leadership,...
By  Samuel LARTEY(Prof) [email protected] A recent development in the United States has sparked intense discussions: President-Elect Donald Trump’s appointee, Hegsett, is under scrutiny for his history with alcohol. This revelation reignites a broader conversation about the profound impact of alcohol on personal and professional lives. When questioned about his own decision to...
  Polyester fabric made from recycled PET bottles introduced in further tyre plants Proportion of recycled materials in car tyres is increasing by an average of three percent By 2030: complete switch to polyester from sustainable PET "Reduce, reuse, recycle – this trio is key to more sustainable tyres",...
By Innocent Samuel APPIAH In an industry often defined by its relentless pace and unforgiving demands, one transport company in Ghana stands out as a beacon of innovation, safety, and sustainability. J.K. Horgle Transport and Co. Limited, under the visionary leadership of Managing Director Joseph Kwaku Horgle, has embarked on...
By Richard AGYEKUM Early this year, in my normal routine walk, I saw an old VW Beetle parked in front of a house. Surprisingly, I noticed that the owner has fixed a reverse camera at the back of his car. When I enquired from the owner, he replied: “I need to...