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Reuben Sackey: Has respect for the elderly gone on leave?
Has respect for the elderly disappeared in Ghana?
Ghana free primary healthcare policy faces funding concerns, think tank says
Ghana’s newly introduced Free Primary Healthcare Policy could significantly expand access to basic health services, but questions remain about how it will be sustainably financed, a policy analysis has warned. The concerns were raised by the Centre for Health Policy and Development–Africa, led by its Executive Director...
What 8 years in the wilderness taught me about Business in Ghana
From 2017 through 2024, my businesses entered a prolonged period of contraction. Growth stalled, operations weakened, and we were forced to shift from expansion to survival. Over time, financial losses gave way to something deeper—the painful experience of watching years of discipline, effort, and dreams crumble under...
Addressing the silent threat: Why Ghana’s free primary health care must not ignore our children
The recent launch of the Free Primary Health Care (FPHC) initiative by President John Dramani Mahama represents a significant move toward preventive medicine in Ghana. By establishing annual screenings, the policy aims to tackle the root of our national health crisis: non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
Beyond the Rhetoric: Reimagining Britain’s asylum and immigration framework
Britain stands at an inflexion point in its approach to asylum and immigration policy. The current discourse, dominated by figures such as Nigel Farage and punctuated by political defections that signal deeper fissures within the Conservative movement, reflects not merely partisan disagreement but fundamental questions...
A rainfall tax for Ghana: Is it time to finance flood resilience differently?
For decades, Ghana has treated flooding as an emergency. Every rainy season, government agencies and some corporate bodies, including few religious organisations and individuals mobilise relief items, reconstruct damaged roads and bridges, desilt drains, and compensate affected victims and communities.
Working for yourself is incredibly rewarding
Working for yourself is incredibly rewarding. You have more freedom, greater control in your schedule, and the opportunity to build something. But self-employment comes with a learning curve and most business owners will make a few mistakes along the way. Learning from these mistakes is important, and often some of the...
Reflections from Ghana: Building Ghana’s Global Bank
During my first 30 days as Chief Executive Officer of Ghana International Bank (GHIB), I spent 10 of those working days in Ghana.
Martha Crentsil-Acquah: A journey of perseverance, passion and excellence in Ghana’s media landscape
For Martha Crentsil-Acquah, a career in journalism was never just an ambition—it was a lifelong dream. Her inspiring journey through Ghana’s media industry is a testament to resilience, determination, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Fresh out of secondary school in the 1990s, Martha set her sights on gainin...
Charles Amissah’s death must mark a turning point for emergency healthcare – Abass Nurudeen
Abass Nurudeen, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Social Investment Fund, has reiterated the call for urgent reforms to Ghana’s emergency healthcare system following the death of 29-year-old Charles Amissah.
‘Behind The Lens with Queen Liz’ explores Christian and Islamic perspectives on Jesus and Isa
A new episode of Behind The Lens with Queen Liz has delved into one of the most significant theological discussions between Christianity and Islam, examining whether Jesus Christ and Isa are the same figure and how the two faiths interpret their identity and mission.
Justice for Sale: How Ghana’s laws protect the powerful and punish the poor
In theory, democracy is supposed to protect the people. In practice, Ghana’s democracy often protects the political class first.