Implications of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) for Shipping Sector in Ghana
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) plays a vital role in boosting the economic prospects of nations, including Ghana. However, while FDI contributes significantly to growth, it also presents certain challenges, particularly in the shipping sector, which is crucial for international trade and economic development. The implications of FDI for the shipping sector in Ghana, especially in […]
Gender issues in Climate change agricultural policy not fully implemented
By Joyce Gyekye A review of Ghana’s National Climate Change Policy, with specific focus on agriculture, indicates that gender issues as pertained in the policy are not entirely implemented. This was revealed in research by Dr. Portia Adade Williams of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, CSIR’S- Science and Technology Policy Research Institute, STEPRI. […]
Ghana meets 5 of 7 IMF benchmarks, targeting completion of key reforms by December
By Roselyn Gayaglo Ghana has met five out of seven structural benchmarks under its International Monetary Fund (IMF), program as of October 2024. Finance Minister, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, outlining the missed targets, disclosed some strategies to ensure the smooth execution of a new methodology for the cedi reference rate and the cleaning of the […]
My Ghana, Your Ghana! All-stars call for peace
The multitalented Ghanaian musician, broadcaster and actress, Jackie Ankrah, is out with a brand new song titled, ‘My Ghana, Your Ghana.’ It is a creatives-led peace advocacy effort, vocalised by the amazing voices of Cwesi Oteng, Perez Musik, Efe Grace, Mary Ghansah, Diana Hopeson, former President of the Musicians Union and Pastor Ella Somuah of […]
Where is Bawumia’s Cape Coast Airport? Prof. Opoku-Agyemang asks
The vice presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has asked the government to show where it built the airport that Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia promised the people of Cape Coast in the last elections. Addressing NDC supporters in Anofa in the Cape Coast South Constituency on Monday as […]
Debt restructuring losses to be recovered in 2026 – Amin Adam assures
The government has assured Ghanaians impacted by investment losses linked to the debt restructuring program, stemming from the COVID-19-induced economic downturn, that their losses will be recovered by the end of 2026. This assurance is based on expectations of an economic rebound and positive improvements in the country’s macroeconomic indicators. During a monthly press briefing, […]
Ghana hosts Junior Wheelchair Tennis Camp to mark Disability Day
By Albert Parker Narteh The Ghana Tennis Federation (GTF) hosted a national wheelchair tennis camp at the Accra Sports Stadium Tennis Court in commemoration of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The event, supported by the International Tennis Federation (ITF), brought together more than 30 junior players to introduce children with physical disabilities aged […]
Tamale: Youth equipped with digital media skills at bootcamp
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Digital Media Influence Bootcamp, in collaboration with Let’s Go North initiative, held in Tamale, empowered northern Ghanaian youth with essential skills and knowledge to build a strong brand in today’s digital landscape. The conference, themed “Building Brands in a Digital World,” featured two engaging sessions: a training session and a […]
Seychelles President concludes historic five-day visit to Ghana
By Hannah Dadzie As part of his five-day working visit to Ghana, His Excellency Wavel Ramkalawan, President of the Republic of Seychelles, has departed Accra after engaging in a series of high-level discussions and signing significant agreements aimed at deepening bilateral ties. On Monday, November 25, 2024, Ghana and Seychelles signed two key agreements: a […]
