On Saturday, October 19, 2024, President Nana Akufo-Addo departed from Accra to Samoa in the South Pacific to participate in the 27th Commonwealth Heads of State and Government Meeting. The event, scheduled from Monday, October 21, to Thursday, October 26, 2024, will bring together leaders from 56 Commonwealth nations to elect a new Secretary-General. Ghana’s…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved the first review of Ethiopia’s $3.4 billion lending program, clearing the way for the disbursement of $340.7 million. The decision, announced by the IMF on Friday, marks a significant step forward for the East African nation as it continues to navigate economic reforms and debt restructuring efforts. Ethiopia…
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…
Bishop Salifu Amoako, a prominent religious leader and father of the 16-year-old boy involved in a tragic accident that claimed the lives of two young girls in East Legon, has called for an end to public discussions surrounding the incident. The accident occurred on Saturday, October 12, 2024, and has since gained significant attention, sparking…
The Impact of the Cedi’s Depreciation on Businesses in Ghana has faced significant challenges over the past few years, one of the most concerning being the sharp decline in the value of the cedi. As of today, the exchange rate stands at 16.55 cedis to 1 US dollar, a stark indication of the cedi’s depreciation….
The 2nd Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Elsie Addo Awadzi, has called on Rural and Community Banks (RCBs) to leverage technology and digitalisation in their operations to strengthen their position in Ghana’s national financial inclusion agenda. Speaking at the 23rd Annual CEOs Conference of RCBs in Ho, Volta Region, Ms. Awadzi highlighted the…
Physician and political activist, Dr. Arthur Kennedy, has voiced strong criticism against Ghana’s major political parties, accusing them of lacking the commitment to address the country’s illegal mining crisis, commonly known as galamsey. Speaking during an interview on Joy News on Saturday, October 19, 2024, Dr. Kennedy argued that vested political interests are hindering efforts…
The Public Services Workers’ Union (PSWU) of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has announced an indefinite strike set to commence on Monday, October 21, 2024. This decision follows a series of unresolved negotiations with the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) concerning demands for Institution-Specific Allowances for PSWU member organizations. In a press release dated…
