insert_link Local Strong macroeconomic recovery shields Ghana as IMF gold audit sparks debate The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has signaled a notable shift in Ghana’s economic narrative. Dr. Adrian Alter, the IMF Resident Representative, recently highlighted that “the 2025 macroeconomic outcomes have been better than expected.” Following the completion of the fifth review under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) in December 2025, the Fund pointed to a rare […]Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayJanuary 27, 2026
Local Assessing the impact of ESG regulations on the insurance industry By Bernard AKYIN-ARKOH Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations are increasingly redefining business practices across the globe. ESG regulation are increasingly influencing the insurance industry globally. ESG regulations are playing a growing role in shaping both underwriting and investment decisions. As global and regional regulators advocate for more sustainable and responsible business models, insurers are […] The post Assessing the impact of ESG regulations on the insurance industry appeared first […] todayJanuary 27, 2026
insert_link Local US lawsuit claims WhatsApp can read private messages A lawsuit filed in the United States has claimed that WhatsApp can read users’ private and encrypted messages, reigniting debate over the reliability of the messaging platform’s end-to-end encryption and drawing a sharp rebuttal from its parent company, Meta. The case, lodged on January 24, 2026, at the US District Court for the Northern District of California in San Francisco, was filed by an international group of plaintiffs from Australia, […] todayJanuary 27, 2026
insert_link Local Antoine Semenyo and the Ballon d’Or question The Ballon d’Or has never been a mere popularity contest, nor is it awarded for reputation alone. It is, at its core, a judgment on impact measured across individual brilliance contribution to collective success, and the less tangible but increasingly important realm of character and sportsmanship. When these criteria are applied honestly without nostalgia or bias, unexpected names can and should enter the conversation.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayJanuary 27, 2026
insert_link Local NPP primaries: APL final survey tips Bawumia for clear victory The Africa Policy Lens (APL) has tipped former Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, to win Saturday's NPP race in the first round emphatically.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayJanuary 27, 2026
insert_link Local Water shortage hits parts of Kumasi following Owabi Plant shutdown Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has announced a temporary disruption in water supply to Abuakwa District and several surrounding communities in the Ashanti Region, following the shutdown of the Owabi Water Treatment Plant. In a press release dated January 27, 2026, GWL explained that the plant was temporarily shut down at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, January 26.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayJanuary 27, 2026
insert_link Local Multimedia Group vs. Kennedy Agyapong: Court adjourns defamation trial to February 11 The defamation case filed by The Multimedia Group against former Assin Central Member of Parliament, resumes today at the Accra High Court after a long pause since October 2023.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayJanuary 27, 2026 1
Local New FIFA U-15 girls colts league game-changer for women’s football development The Ghana Football Association (GFA), under FIFA’s Women’s Football Development Programme, has introduced the maiden edition of the FIFA under-15 (U-15) Girls Regional Colts Leagues, marking a major milestone in the country’s women’s football development pathway. The programme has been touted as a game-changer for Ghana’s long-term strategy to strengthen women’s football from the grassroots […] The post New FIFA U-15 girls colts league game-changer for women’s football development appeared […] todayJanuary 27, 2026 2
Local Engaged workforce – a gain to productivity By Michael Frimpong, Ph.D. Employees are organized in some way or form to achieve work objectives. The organization’s aim is achieved only through the coordinated efforts of its human resources, and rightly so, effective management of human resources is the cornerstone of organizational effectiveness. It is no brainer to say that the quality of the […] The post Engaged workforce – a gain to productivity appeared first on The Business […] todayJanuary 27, 2026 1
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