Story By: Daniel Kwabena Asare The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana (FABAG) has commended the Government of Ghana and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) for their bold and timely directive banning the entry of transit goods for some selected products through the Aflao border including spaghetti and tin tomatoes According to the Association This decisive intervention is a significant step toward safeguarding local industries, protecting government revenue and strengthening regulatory control at the nation’s borders For several years, the influx of transit goods through land borders has posed serious challenges to legitimate businesses, undermined local manufacturing, distorted market competition and import ecosystem, particularly within the food and beverages sector, where unregulated inflows of goods have had severe implications for local producers and

Story by George Yawson Vineh Democracy is often described as “government of the people, by the people, for the people.” At its best, it means every citizen has a voice and a vote no matter their background, income, or social status. But what happens when money becomes tied to political influence, especially through franchise systems like political party funding, campaign spending, and special interest contributions? Too often, the result is that wealth begins to shape power more than the people do.In politics, franchise refers to the right to vote and the broader power to participate in democratic processes. When people talk about money entering the franchise, they’re usually referring to how financial resources affect political participation and influence not just at

H.E. Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, Chairperson of the Africa Prosperity Network (APN) Advisory Council, has highlighted Botswana, Namibia, and Zambia as examples of successful borderless trade in Africa, urging other countries to embrace regional integration to boost economic growth. She made the remarks while delivering her welcome address at the Africa Prosperity Network Dialogue (APD) 2026 in Accra on Wednesday, 4th February. APD 2026, held under the theme “Empowering SMEs, Women and Youth in Africa’s Single Market: Innovate. Collaborate. Trade,” brings together African leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and innovators to explore strategies for deepening intra-African trade and fostering inclusive economic development. Speaking to participants, Dr. Dlamini-Zuma said Africa’s single market could thrive only if trade barriers are removed, and small businesses, women, and youth

Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc, has revealed that less than 20% of African Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) have access to formal finance, leaving a staggering US$331 billion financing gap. She made the disclosure at the Africa Prosperity Dialogue (APD) 2026 on Wednesday, 4th February, 2026. APD 2026, running until Friday, 6th February 2026, is convened under the theme ‘Empowering SMEs, Women and Youth in Africa’s Single Market: Innovate. Collaborate. Trade.’ The event brings stakeholders together to shape actionable policies, unlock bankable projects, and advance inclusive prosperity under the AfCFTA. Dr. Onyeali-Ikpe highlighted the critical need for targeted interventions to support SMEs, women-led businesses, and youth enterprises across the continent. “Despite the fact that less

Chairperson of the Africa Prosperity Network (APN) Advisory Council, H.E. Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, has emphasized that Africa’s development and prosperity must be driven by its own citizens, particularly women and youth. She made the remarks while delivering her welcome address at the Africa Prosperity Network Dialogue (APD) 2026, held in Accra on Wednesday, 4th February 2026. APD 2026, which runs from 4th to 6th February, convened under the theme “Empowering SMEs, Women and Youth in Africa’s Single Market: Innovate. Collaborate. Trade.” The dialogue brought together heads of state, business leaders, innovators, and civil society representatives to discuss strategies for boosting intra-African trade, entrepreneurship, and youth empowerment. Dr. Dlamini-Zuma described the APN as “the boardroom of Africa,” a platform where vision is translated

H.E. Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, Chairperson of the Africa Prosperity Network (APN) Advisory Council, has called for concerted efforts to empower African youth and women, emphasizing that their inclusion is critical to realizing a prosperous, integrated, and peaceful Africa. She made the call while delivering her welcome address at the Africa Prosperity Network Dialogue (APD) 2026, held in Accra on Wednesday, 4th February 2026. The dialogue, which runs from 4th to 6th February 2026, is convened under the theme: “Empowering SMEs, Women and Youth in Africa’s Single Market: Innovate. Collaborate. Trade.” Dr. Dlamini-Zuma hailed the APN as “the boardroom of Africa,” where vision meets execution and African prosperity narratives are shaped by Africans themselves. She highlighted the importance of empowering small and medium-sized enterprises

The Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, has urged leaders to make the conscious development of future strategic minds and innovators a priority.Addressing attendees on the opening day of the 13th Jospong Leadership Conference (JLC) on Monday, January 12, 2026, Dr. Siaw Agyepong underscored the critical role of purposeful leadership development. Drawing from Psalm 90:1-8, he framed the conference's theme, "Building tomorrow's leaders today.""Leadership is about responsibility, it's about preparing the next generation with capacity, strength and passion," he stated. He described the event as a vital space for growth, urging participants to actively engage."This conference is a leadership laboratory, a platform for corporate learning, where we discuss strategy, culture, performance, innovation, and people development," he stressed. He further

The Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, has urged leaders to make the conscious development of future strategic minds and innovators a priority.Addressing attendees on the opening day of the 13th Jospong Leadership Conference (JLC) on Monday, January 12, 2026, Dr. Siaw Agyepong underscored the critical role of purposeful leadership development. Drawing from Psalm 90:1-8, he framed the conference's theme, "Building tomorrow's leaders today.""Leadership is about responsibility, it's about preparing the next generation with capacity, strength and passion," he stated. He described the event as a vital space for growth, urging participants to actively engage."This conference is a leadership laboratory, a platform for corporate learning, where we discuss strategy, culture, performance, innovation, and people development," he stressed. He further

Story by George Yawson Vineh The Anchoring Democracy Advocacy Movement, Ghana (ADAM-GH), has formally called on the Supreme Court of Ghana to provide authoritative constitutional clarity on the question of presidential term limits, particularly as it relates to President John Dramani Mahama’s return to office. According to the Executive Secretary of the Movement, Emmanuel Salam, Executive Secretary believes that Ghana thrives on certainty, respect for the rule of law, and strict adherence to the 1992 Constitution, and hence, believes that ambiguity surrounding the interpretation of Article 66 of the Constitution, which deals with presidential term limits, has the potential to generate unnecessary public debate, political tension, and misinformation. The Movement stresses that its call is not directed at any individual, political party, or

By Stanley Kwabla Arku Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has urged Ghana’s young people to lead with integrity, discipline, and purpose, stressing that character, not just academic qualifications, will shape the nation’s future. Speaking at the PENSA Ghana Conference 2026 at the PCC Gomoa Centre, the Vice President told students that university life is more than a period for acquiring certificates; it is a training ground for leadership. “Leadership does not start with titles, and academic achievement does not begin with certificates. They are cultivated intentionally and rooted in a set of core values,” she said. The conference, which began on 1st January and runs until 4th January 2026, is taking place simultaneously across multiple centres in Ghana, including PCC-Gomoa Fetten, KNUST