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FirstBank to hold group board retreat in Ghana
The FirstBank of Nigeria will hold its Banking Group Board Retreat in Ghana this month. The Group Board retreat, which will be held in Accra for the first time in the Bank’s 127-year history, is under the theme “Winning the Digital Economy: Building Future Proof Capabilities”. The three-day retreat which will be held between the…
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Finance Minister delivers 2022 Budget today
The government’s Budget Statement and Economic Policy for the year 2022 is expected to be presented in parliament today, Wednesday, November 17, 2021, by the Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta. This will be the sixth budget of the Akufo-Addo administration, in accordance with Article 179 of the 1992 constitution. Many await the presentation of the 2022…
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Treepz Ghana to pilot app-based mass transit in Accra
Treepz Ghana has signed an agreement with HM Evolution Services Ltd, a leading transport company in Ghana, to pilot an app-based mass transportation solutions within the Greater Accra Metropolis. The partnership will allow commuters to book intra-city bus rides on HM Evolution 44-seater buses via the Treepz Mobile app. Upon a successful pilot, the partnership…
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Abena Osei-Poku appointed as new chairperson of Ghana Stock Exchange council
The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) Council has appointed Abena Osei-Poku as the Chairperson of the Council effective October 14, 2021. She is the second female in twenty-six years to become the Chairperson of the Exchange after Mrs. Gloria Nikoi of blessed memory. Abena Osei-Poku takes over from Mr. Ray Anselm Sowah, whose tenure ended at…
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GSE marks 31st anniversary amid impressive run for 2021
The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) has marked its 31st anniversary of trading on the floor of the Exchange by ringing the ceremonial bell with some dignitaries including the Minister of Public Enterprises, Regulator of the capital market, Chair of the GSE Council, Chief Executive Officers of listed companies and their representatives, Licensed brokers, and market…
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FBNBank offers stakeholders and potential clients viable option
FBNBank has announced the roll-out of its 25th-anniversary advertising campaign which highlights its brand’s differentiators and shows appreciation to stakeholders for embracing the Bank’s brand, while it encourages potential customers to enjoy its offerings by making it their preferred financial institution. Established in 1996 in Ghana, FBNBank has drawn from the 127 years of a…
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Use 2022 Budget to push development and growth of entrepreneurship in Ghana [ARTICLE]
Entrepreneurship has been a major contributor to the gross domestic product (GDP), employment generation and innovation in Ghana. The International Trade Center (ITC) reported in the 2016 SME Competitiveness in Ghana that small businesses represent about 85% of businesses and contribute about 70% of Ghana’s gross domestic product (GDP). The report further indicated that they…
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Gov’t urged to develop policies to prevent exploitation of natural resources
The World Sustainability Organization has called on the Government to develop policies targeted at preventing the exploitation of the country’s natural resources. According to the Organization, over-exploitation of natural resources harms the health of ecosystems and the livelihoods and wellbeing of people. Speaking in an interview with GHOne TV’s Natalie Fort, he noted although Ghana…
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West Hills Mall review of the month with Hosi: Spotlight on Nart Skincare, MV and KentCup
I love to shop and I also love a good deal and there is one place where I can enjoy both all day long. Can you guess where? Yes, you’re right, it’s the West Hills Mall. The mall is also known as the happy place for family shopping and I couldn’t agree more because no…
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2022 budget reading rescheduled to November 17
The date for the 2022 Budget Statement and Economic Policy of government presentation has been rescheduled from the 15th of November to the 17th of November 2021. This is according to the Second Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Andrew Asiamah Amoako. “Parliament is engaged in another equally important assignment on 15th of November and therefore, the…