A successful entrepreneur continually searches for opportunities to create a new business or expand an existing one. These expansions are typically accompanied by a list of considerations, with tax being one of them. The tax aspect, however, can be quite a headache if the tax system itself is confusing or […]
In an inspiring pledge that underscores his commitment to inclusivity and human capital development, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has announced a ground-breaking policy aimed at providing free tertiary education scholarships for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). This initiative, if actualised, promises to significantly enhance […]
Former President John Mahama’s claim that the Nana-Bawumia administration has not added a gallon of water to Ghana’s water supply infrastructure is demonstrably false. The evidence of extensive and impactful water projects undertaken by the current administration since 2017 clearly refutes this assertion. These projects underscore the government’s commitment to […]
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, The Flagbearer of the NPP and Ghana’s Vice President has outlined a visionary plan for revolutionizing the mining industry in Ghana. His strategy focuses on sustainable growth, regulatory reforms, community development, and a significant emphasis on inclusivity, particularly the empowerment of women. Furthermore, Dr. Bawumia underscores the […]
Former President John Mahama’s recent pledge to establish a Women’s Bank if elected has ignited debate across Ghana. While the proposal ostensibly aims to address gender-specific financial challenges, it prompts several critical questions: What is the true motive behind this policy? Is it a reactionary move or a strategic initiative? […]
President Akufo-Addo’s Free Senior High School (SHS) policy faces extinction in the unlikely event that the opposition NDC’s flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, succeeds in the 2024 presidential elections. There are cogent reasons behind the potential demise of the pro-poor Free SHS programme should John Mahama win the 2024 elections. The […]
As the digital payments landscape in Africa expands, the need for robust cybersecurity measures becomes increasingly urgent. Trust and security are foundational to financial services, and as cybercriminals continue to become more aggressive and sophisticated, addressing any vulnerabilities is key to safeguarding the integrity of Africa’s digital financial ecosystem. In […]
Elections the world over are underpinned by policy proposals for the electorate’s consideration before ballots are cast. In Ghana, one key ingredient for a political party to succeed at the polls is having clear, concise, and realistic policy proposals. Out of the policy proposals captured in various manifestos, one or […]
One of the most important ingredients in the successful adoption and implementation of any innovative policy is what the governance expert Sandford Borins refers to as the presence of Local Heroes. By Local Heroes, Borins refers to frontline public servants and middle managers who are reinventing government and transforming it […]
The manner with which some GaDaŋmes have satirized families of a matrilineal lineage does not just affect the notion of seniority and the right of superiority but it casts chaff on being so house-proud. The matrilineal and patrilineal heirs have equal rights in family leadership. In most cases, Wekuyitso/Wekunukpa is […]
