By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH After the first Ministerial Conference on Russia-Africa, Louis Gouend, founder of Hello Africa and Executive Director of the African Business Club, in an interview noted that instability and security is still fragile across the African continent, but with an innovative and balanced approaches with Russia's engagement, many of...
The European Union Delegation to Ghana has reignited the fight against gender-based violence, urging women to speak out and seek justice when faced with inhumane treatment. This call to action was made during the "Women Speak" event, which commemorated the '16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence' a UN global...
By Kenneth ROGOFF  As Europe prepares for a potential trade war after US President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January, its two largest economies are struggling. While Germany is heading into its second consecutive year of zero growth, France is expected to grow by less than 1% in 2025. Is Europe’s...
Inlaks, a leading ICT infrastructure and systems integrator in Sub-Saharan Africa, has demonstrated its commitment to excellence and community engagement by serving as a Gold Sponsor of the 90th anniversary celebrations of the Achimota Golf Club, held during the Accra Open Golf Week. The landmark event brought together industry leaders,...
By Saviour CHIBIYA Access to financial services in Africa had for decades been defined by disparities—between rural and urban areas, between men and women, between small businesses and larger enterprises. It meant that millions, especially the continent’s most vulnerable populations, were excluded from the formal economy, curbing entrepreneurship, restricting access...
By Joseph E STIGLITZ  As the shock of Donald Trump’s victory sinks in, pundits and politicians are mulling what it means for the future of the United States and global politics. Understanding why such a divisive, unqualified figure won again is crucial for the Democrats. Did they go too far left...
A renowned Ghanaian businessman and Pan-Africanist has called on the President Nana Akufo Addo, Vice President, Ministers, Parliamentarians and Members of Council of State to sacrifice their End of Service Benefits or Ex-Gratia towards economic recovery and ensuring a new Ghana for Africa to emulate. The Ghanaian populace have made...
British-Ghanaian kid philanthropist and author of four books, Sarah Afua Kittoe, has been honoured with a special award at the Royal Global Awards 2024 in London, United Kingdom. Sarah, now 12-years old, walked away with a plaque representing a Special Recognition for her exceptional dedication, tireless efforts and remarkable contributions...
By Howard DAVIES  Is it all over for Basel 3.1 (or what is known in the United States as the “Basel Endgame”)? Should we kiss goodbye the Basel Committee and the very idea of global banking-supervision accords that establish minimum capital requirements? Many informed people think so. The committee’s recommendations have...
By Yuen Yuen ANG The term “polycrisis” has become a buzzword of the 2020s. It refers to the interconnected nature of the threats facing humanity today, from global warming, pandemics, and extreme inequality to democratic erosion and armed conflict. With few solutions on offer, experts and policymakers have reacted to...