A new report shows most Ghanaians know they should save for retirement- but are they actually doing it?
Old Mutual's Financial Wellness Monitor reveals working Ghanaians are experiencing financial recovery- but retirement savings and investment confidence are lagging. Though many acknowledge the importance of saving, a significant gap exists between intention and action- what could be the cause?
From a mining town to the IMF - what pivotal moments shaped Valeria Mensah's journey in economics?
Valeria Mensah is an economist with the IMF, blending her skills with an interest in global economic development. She shares her journey from a Ghanaian mining town to shaping economic policies - but how did her past shape her future?
A stadium packed, passions high- then a tragedy that haunts Ghana's football to this day. What really happened?
The Accra Sports Stadium disaster, a quarter-century ago, remains a scar on Ghanaian football- involving Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko. The wounds run deeper than a monument and broken promises- and the game has never been the same.
Traditional leaders are pushing for change, but can the district balance development with safety?
Wa West chiefs are advocating for municipal status to increase revenue as the district assembly focuses on infrastructure. Road safety and security are also on the agenda - but what challenges lie ahead?
A major field assessment mission is underway on an integrated school feeding programme - but what changes will be made?
The WFP, Ghana's government, and the US are assessing a school feeding programme impacting 60,000 pupils in Northern Ghana. The mission is evaluating the intervention's effects on education, nutrition, health, and community livelihoods - but what will they find?
A skills shortage could jeopardise the future for over a billion young workers - what does this mean for Ghana?
The World Bank Group has issued a warning regarding the future of employment for young people in developing nations. They suggest a potential crisis is brewing as education may not be keeping pace - leaving many unprepared.
A top VC is calling for universities to refocus - but what does that mean for Ghana's future workforce?
UEW's Vice Chancellor, Prof Stephen Jobson Mitchual, has urged universities to focus on producing impactful graduates. He believes that higher education needs a fundamental rethink, but what does that mean for the future of Ghana's graduates?
The UN injects millions to fight Ebola- but will it be enough to stop a potential global crisis?
The UN is releasing $60 million to combat a deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo- and surrounding nations. The emergency funds are being deployed to enact an aggressive containment strategy, but the success of the plan hinges on one key factor.
The UN is stepping in to fight Ebola - but will it be enough to stop the deadly virus from spreading further?
The UN has released funds to combat an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and neighboring countries. The emergency funds will support frontline medical operations- raising hopes that the virus spread can be contained.
A UN vote has sparked debate about slavery's legacy - but what does it mean for affected communities?
The UN General Assembly debated the transatlantic slave trade, involving nations worldwide. The discussion raises questions about historical accountability - but what could that mean for the future?
Drone strikes have killed nearly 700 civilians in Sudan-but the violence is only part of the story.
The ongoing civil war in Sudan between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has intensified. The conflict has created the world's largest humanitarian crisis-but what challenges does this present for the region?
The SLTF starts disbursing funds under the No Academic Fees programme - but will it reach everyone in time?
The Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) has begun disbursing funds to students in public tertiary institutions under the No Academic Fees policy for the 2025/2026 academic year. The initiative aims to ease the financial burden on students - but what challenges might they still face?
Students are waiting for reimbursements under the no-fee stress policy - what's causing the delays?
The Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) is working on reimbursements under the government's no-fee stress policy. Tens of thousands of students are affected by the ongoing disbursement process for the 2025/2026 academic year - but some are still waiting.
