Local Desire that delivers: The blueprint for economic renewal By Prof. Samuel Lartey www.pefghana.org Desire is the spark that ignites action, but when combined with deliberate planning and persistent effort, it becomes a powerful engine for transformation. In Ghana’s journey toward economic recovery, desire must be more than aspiration; it must guide policy, inspire innovation, and drive measurable results. This blueprint explores how government, […] The post Desire that delivers: The blueprint for economic renewal appeared first on The […] todayJanuary 27, 2026
Local Financial sector explores open banking partnerships, collaboration Ethel Cofie, convenor of the Future of Finance Dialogues has convened senior leaders from Ghana’s financial services ecosystem at an invite-only private working dinner focused on open banking, payment rails and partnerships. The closed-door engagement took place in Accra and brought together key stakeholders from banking, fintech, regulation, policy, data governance and financial infrastructure. “The […] The post Financial sector explores open banking partnerships, collaboration appeared first on The Business […] todayJanuary 27, 2026
Local BTU strengthens partnerships to boost youth skills From Samuel Adadi AKAPULE, Bolgatanga Bolgatanga Technical University (BTU) has hosted a high-level stakeholder meeting at its main campus in Sumbrungu to review progress on two youth development projects aimed at strengthening technical and vocational education and improving economic opportunities for young people, especially young women, in northern Ghana. The two projects are the Design […] The post BTU strengthens partnerships to boost youth skills appeared first on The Business […] todayJanuary 27, 2026
Local Tax reforms must be business-friendly to sustain growth – Coconut Grove CEO By Christabel DANSO ABEAM (Christabel.danso@thebftonline.com) The Chief Executive Officer – Coconut Grove Regency Hotels, Mr. Raphael Ayitey has embraced government’s efforts to rationalise the country’s tax regime. He described these efforts as a positive step towards developing the business environment and strengthening public-private sector collaboration. The 2026 Budget by the government introduced tax reforms expected […] The post Tax reforms must be business-friendly to sustain growth – Coconut Grove CEO […] todayJanuary 27, 2026
Local New cohort of youth begin Precision Quality Internship in Accra and Tamale By Buertey Francis BORYOR More than 1,000 youths from across the country on Monday reported for orientation sessions in Accra and Tamale to begin the second year of the Precision Quality TM (PQ) Internship Programme, an initiative designed by the Design & Technology Institute (DTI), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, to bridge the gap […] The post New cohort of youth begin Precision Quality Internship in Accra and Tamale […] todayJanuary 27, 2026
insert_link Local 1,033 excavators now tracked as government tightens grip on illegal mining The government has begun tracking more than 1,000 heavy mining machines nationwide as part of efforts to strengthen oversight in the mining sector and curb illegal activity. Read More …Source: www.graphic.com.ghRead full article todayJanuary 27, 2026
insert_link Local Media personality Roland Amartey to cover 2026 Ghana Music Awards USA Roland Amartey, Production Manager and reporter at Sammyflex TV, is set to lead the channel’s coverage of the 2026 Ghana Music Awards USA as nominations officially open ahead of the FIFA World Cup edition of the event.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayJanuary 27, 2026
insert_link Local Supreme Court throws out OSP suit to join constitutional case over its own existence The Supreme Court has dealt a procedural blow to the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), dismissing its bid to join a constitutional lawsuit that threatens to strip the office of its core powers.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayJanuary 27, 2026
insert_link Local AU, ECOWAS urged to act as Russian recruitment exploits vulnerable African youth Fourteen young Ghanaian men thought they were heading to Russia for legitimate work opportunities. Instead, they ended up on the frontlines of a foreign war they knew nothing about. The job advertisements appear innocuous enough: construction work in Russia, factory positions with housing included, security roles offering respectable salaries. For young Ghanaians struggling in a difficult economy, these postings on social media and WhatsApp groups seem like lifelines.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full […] todayJanuary 27, 2026
insert_link International Santander offers 98% mortgage for first-time buyers – with strict rules todayFebruary 3, 2026 5