KAMPALA, UGANDA – Over 10,000 young leaders from across Africa gathered in Kampala and Jinja for the International Youth Festival 2024, a two-day event focused on addressing some of the continent’s most pressing challenges, including the exploration of Africa’s nuclear energy potential. The festival, themed “Empowering Global Youth,” brought together participants from diverse fields such…
The Ghanaian government recorded a marginal oversubscription in its latest treasury bills (T-bills) auction, but this came at the cost of rising interest rates across the board. According to auction results released by the Bank of Ghana, the government raised GH¢4.195 billion from the sale of short-term debt instruments, exceeding its target of GH¢4.035 billion….
Guinness Ghana Breweries PLC (GGBL) has declared a final dividend of GH¢0.022 per share for its shareholders for the financial year ending June 30, 2024. This announcement is subject to approval at the company’s upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM). According to the company, shareholders who are listed in the books of GGBL by the close…
Deloitte Ghana is set to hold a specialized training programme on AI-powered data analytics, aimed at equipping professionals with cutting-edge skills in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. The event is scheduled for October 22, 2024, and will focus on delivering essential insights and tools that professionals need to excel in data-driven roles. The training will…
In the bustling streets of Ghana and beyond, Valerie Labi is revolutionizing transportation through the creation of electric bikes. Fueled by her commitment to environmental sustainability, Labi’s bikes operate solely on electricity, powered by two rechargeable batteries capable of covering up to 140 kilometres on a single charge. This groundbreaking innovation ensures that delivery riders…
The Food and Drug Authority (FDA) in Ghana has warned against the use of polyethylene bags to wrap Fante kenkey before cooking, a popular local dish made from fermented cornmeal, due to health risks. This is due to the fact that the temperature at which the kenkey is cooked with wrapped polyethylene may cause some…
Eco Bank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) has announced the appointment of Mr. Jeremy Awori as the new group CEO, following the retirement of Ade Ayeyemi, who reached the bank’s mandatory retirement age of 60. Alain Nkontchou, Ecobank Group Chairman, has thanked Ade for his immense contribution during his seven years at the helm of the Ecobank…
