Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc, has called for deliberate policies, tailored financing and stronger collaboration to unlock the full potential of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), women-led businesses and youth entrepreneurs across Africa. Speaking at the Africa Prosperity Dialogue (APD) 2026 on Wednesday, 4th February, 2026, Dr. Onyeali-Ikpe described the forum as “one of the continent's most influential spaces for advancing trade, investment and inclusive growth,” stressing that the event’s theme resonates strongly with the realities facing African businesses. The APD 2026, which is running from Wednesday 4th to Friday 6th February, is being held under the theme: “Empowering SMEs, Women and Youth in Africa's Single Market: Innovate, Collaborate and Trade.” Dr. Onyeali-Ikpe highlighted the

GCB Bank PLC held its National Thanksgiving Service at the Accra International Conference Centre on Saturday, January 31, 2026.The sermon was delivered by Rev. Stephen Wengam, General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Ghana Immigration Service. In attendance were the Managing Director of the bank, Mr. Farihan Alhassan, members of the Board of Directors, Management, and staff of the Bank.SermonIn his sermon, Rev. Wengam called on Ghanaians to acknowledge the mercies and favour of God in all their achievements. He urged Christians to respond to God’s blessings with humility, gratitude, diligence, and graciousness towards others, referencing 2 Samuel 9. He further emphasised that one does not need to be corrupt to acquire wealth, stressing

By Makiza Micheline Latifa Accra, February 2, 2026- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly dismissed what it describes as false and misleading claims circulating on social media regarding Ghana’s efforts to seek justice for the late Nana Agyei Ahyia, a Ghanaian student who died under unusual circumstances while studying at Riga Technical University in Latvia.In a statement issued on Monday, the Ministry said it had taken note of a viral video in which a woman claiming to be the sister of the deceased alleged that the family had been asked to make payments to facilitate travel to Latvia, that government officials travelled without any family member, and that a fake airline ticket had been issued to the deceased’s mother.The

Staff of the Energy Commission are calling for the termination of the appointment of Madam Eunice Biritwum, the current Acting Executive Secretary, citing her alleged refusal to adhere to Board decisions and perceived bias towards the New Patriotic Party (NPP).In a statement, the staff expressed concern over Biritwum's continued tenure, pointing out that she has reached retirement age, having turned 60 on October 17, 2025, with no contract extension in place. They allege she is drawing an "illegal salary and allowances" despite being on pension.The staff questioned Biritwum's past affiliations, noting her role as a member of the technical committee of the Energy Commission and CEO of CENIT Energy, a subsidiary of SSNIT, under the previous NPP administration.The Energy Commission

Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has commended the government’s ongoing efforts to implement strategic child-centred reforms, urging all stakeholders to prioritise the welfare of children in national planning and service delivery.Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Government’s Strategic Planning Retreat, organised by the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) at Royal Senchi, Akosombo, the Vice President highlighted key initiatives aimed at protecting vulnerable children and ensuring they have access to essential services. “Government has taken steps to implement strategic child-centred reforms, including the care reform roadmap, and shifting from institutional care to family-based alternatives,” she said.Professor Opoku-Agyemang noted that these reforms reflect a deliberate effort to move away from institutionalised child care and towards solutions that strengthen family support, foster

Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has assured the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation of the government’s full support to modernize Ghana’s information and communications technology (ICT) sector and strengthen the country’s digital economy. Prof. Opoku-Agyemang, during a working visit to the Ministry, commended the team for their work in reviewing outdated ICT legislation, advancing cybersecurity, and implementing flagship initiatives such as the One Million Coders Project. She emphasized that the government is committed to ensuring that Ghana develops its own technological capabilities while aligning with international partners. “The government is fully behind the Ministry’s efforts to advance our digital economy, modernize ICT infrastructure, and ensure strong cybersecurity protections for all Ghanaians,” the Vice President said. Communications Minister highlighted that the

Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has engaged Heads of International Monetary Fund (IMF) country and regional offices in Africa, using the platform to reflect on Ghana’s economic experience amid heightened global concerns over debt and development finance.The meeting, held on January 20, provided the Vice President with the opportunity to outline Ghana’s improving macroeconomic conditions and to situate the country’s recovery within broader continental and global economic shifts.Professor Opoku-Agyemang noted that Ghana’s economic reality today differed markedly from that of the recent past, citing key improvements including single-digit inflation, a more stable cedi, and stronger real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth. She emphasised that the gains were tangible and being felt across the economy, rather than remaining abstract macroeconomic indicators.The