Unreasonable Actions of GTEC to Collapse Private Universities/Colleges/Institutions in Ghana By August 2024: Razak Kojo Opoku Writes

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission(GTEC) under the leadership of Professor Ahmed Abdulai Jinapor, Director-General has given 31st August 2024 as the deadline to close down all tertiary education institutions which failed to meet the requirements for a Presidential Charter. Following the enactment of the Education Regulatory Bodies Act, 2020(Act 1023), all tertiary institutions are mandated…

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Open Institute of Technology Set To Roll Out New Programs To Support Africa’s Digital Transformation Efforts

Riccardo Ocleppo, founder of OPIT   OPIT – Open Institute of Technology, an EU-accredited online institution renowned for its expertise in IT education, is expanding its degree program options for 2024. Through these new options, OPIT is looking towards welcoming more African students from countries such as Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana; to prepare a new…

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Deciphering the Dynamics of Rising Interest Rates: A Comparative Analysis of Ghana and the United States

Introduction In the evolving landscape of global finance, the mechanisms behind interest rate adjustments and their implications on foreign direct investment (FDI) present a fascinating area of study. This article delves into the recent trends of rising interest rates in Ghana and the United States, examining their underlying causes and contrasting effects on investment flows….

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The Cost of Capital: How Ghana’s Rising Interest Rates Challenge FDI Attraction

Introduction In the intricate dance of global economics, interest rates lead the rhythm. For Ghana, the tempo has accelerated with the central bank’s move to increase interest rates, a decision echoing through the corridors of local businesses and foreign investment prospects. This article peels back the layers of economic strategy to reveal the multifaceted impact…

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