Author: Editorial Staff

The winners of the 2025 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), Mfantsipim School, have paid a courtesy visit to MobileMoney LTD to express their gratitude for the company’s support in this year’s competition. In the 2025 edition, MobileMoney LTD sponsored both the NSMQ Regional Championships and the Money Zone segment of the National Championship. This sponsorship forms part of the company’s broader commitment to education, youth development, promoting digital financial literacy, and nurturing the next generation of fintech innovators. Recognizing this partnership, Mfantsipim School made the visit to personally thank the company for its role in their journey to…

The African Coalition for Academic Freedom (ACAF) has held its maiden continental conference in Accra under the theme “Safeguarding Academic Freedom in Africa: A Continental Dialogue for Collective Action.” Speaking on behalf of Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, the Chief of Staff at the Vice President’s Office, Prof. Alex Segbefia, urged leaders of Academic Staff Associations (ASA) across Africa to foster constructive dialogue that promotes democratization and stability in public universities. Prof. Opoku-Agyemang emphasized that when key actors—government, university authorities, and student bodies are meaningfully involved in discussions on academic freedom, conflicts, misunderstandings, and perceptions of institutional disregard…

The Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC), in partnership with the Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP), the Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII), the Ghana Audit Service, and the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), has held an intensive capacity-building workshop aimed at strengthening journalists’ skills in analysing Auditor-General’s Reports and effectively using the CitizensEye App for evidence-based anti-corruption reporting. The workshop forms part of ACEP’s project, “An Anti-Corruption Initiative for Enhancing Governance and Accountability,” funded by the FCDO. Deepening Journalists’ Understanding of Audit Reports GACC’s Executive Secretary, Mrs. Beauty Emefa Narteh, explained that the training aimed to strengthen journalists’ understanding of…

Ghana’s relationship with China continues to grow stronger as both nations expand cooperation in trade, infrastructure, energy, and cultural exchange. Despite public concerns about the conduct of a few Chinese nationals, authorities and community leaders say the majority are contributing significantly to Ghana’s development. A recent documentary by Ghanaian investigative journalist Daniel Benin Ohim has shed new light on the presence of Chinese nationals in Ghana, presenting a balanced picture of their impact on the country’s economic and social landscape. According to findings from the documentary, more than 30000 Chinese nationals are legally resident in Ghana, engaging in legitimate…

Real estate developer SuCasa Properties has reiterated its commitment to delivering affordable homes to Ghanaians, highlighting its progress on key housing projects despite economic pressures, industry challenges, and public scrutiny. At a press briefing in Accra, SuCasa’s Public Relations Officer, Daniel Kofi Awuku-Asare, emphasized the company’s focus on supporting Ghana’s housing needs while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks. “Our mission is clear: to provide quality, affordable homes for Ghanaians. While we have faced delays in some projects, these are largely due to economic challenges affecting both the company and clients. We remain financially stable and committed…

Local businesses, traders, and artisans in Mile 7 Achimota saw a surge in sales over the weekend as MoMo Fest 2025, organized by MobileMoney Ltd, transformed the community into a hub of commerce, culture, and digital awareness. The two-day festival injected fresh income into the informal sector, giving food vendors, artisans, and small traders a rare opportunity to boost sales and expand their customer base. At the same time, it highlighted Ghana’s ongoing shift toward a cashless economy, with mobile money serving as the preferred mode of payment throughout the event. This dual impact of economic empowerment on the ground…

MTN Ghana has organised the 2025 Media and Bloggers Forum in Accra, bringing together members of the New Media Association of Ghana (NMAG), journalists, and digital influencers to discuss the evolving media landscape and strengthen collaboration with the company. The forum, which has become a key engagement platform for MTN, highlighted the company’s investments in digital infrastructure, customer experience, and the fight against mobile fraud, while emphasizing the role of bloggers and new media in shaping public discourse. Responsible Media Practices Highlighted Georgina Asare Fiagbenu, Senior Manager for Corporate Communications at MTN Ghana, underscored the importance of responsible media practices…

The President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MTN Group, Ralph Mupita, has praised MTN Ghana for its strong contribution to the company’s record-breaking performance, while reaffirming plans to accelerate digital and financial inclusion across Africa. Speaking at the MTN Bright Conversations series in Accra, Mr. Mupita disclosed that the Group achieved its best results in eight years, with Ghana playing a “tremendously important role” in the success. “Service revenue was very strong, data growth was remarkable, and mobile money uptake continued to rise sharply. Ghana contributed significantly to the Group results, and this would not have been possible without…

 Head of the Agribusiness Desk at Absa Bank Ghana, William Nettey,  has reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to empowering Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) through strategic partnerships aimed at building their capacity and expanding their impact. Speaking during the launch of the MTN SME Accelerate Mini MBA Programme in Accra, Mr. Nettey said Absa’s involvement in the initiative is a continuation of its long-standing support for the SME sector. “We’ve always believed in the potential of SMEs to drive economic growth,” he stated. “Through our SME clinics and tailored products like the SME loan at 10% interest, we’ve consistently supported businesses…

The President of  Nova Business School Africa, Professor Mathew Tsamenyi, has restated the school’s commitment to transforming Ghanaian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) through long-term, experiential interventions beyond the normal academic processes.  At the MTN Ghana-Absa Bank-Nova Business School SME Mini MBA launch, Professor Tsamenyi highlighted the need to provide SMEs with essential knowledge, concepts, and a positive mindset to drive growth and ensure sustainability. We view SMEs as the engine of economic growth, yet we also understand the challenges they face,” he added. “That is why we designed a programme that is not just academic but transformational, capable of…