Author: John Odike

Ghana Outclasses South Africa, Reclaims its Position as Africa’s Biggest Gold Producer

In an exciting development in Africa’s mining industry, Ghana has regained its status as the largest gold producer on the African continent, surpassing fierce competitor South Africa. According to the Ghana Chamber of Mines, the country experienced a remarkable 32% surge in gold production last year, marking a significant rebound after a notable recession in

Can the digital economy ease debt burden for African countries? [Business Africa]

Fintech companies are leveraging digital technology to address challenges in healthcare, agriculture, and e-commerce. Many countries in Africa are looking for means to grow their economies to beat the pandemic-era downturn and debt vulnerability. Sopnendu Mohanty, chairman of the Board, Elevandi and the chief FinTech officer, at Monetary Authority of Singapore, joined us in studio to

AU Panel Assesses Implementation Status Of Nigeria, Ghana, 11 Others on Illicit Financial Flows – The Whistler Newspaper

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Nigerian producer Sarz inks deal with UnitedMasters

The news was made public this week following a similar agreement with Afrobeats label Mavin Records earlier this year. It aims to utilise UnitedMasters’ inclusive platform to equip the next generation of artists from the continent, offering brand, synchronisation and artist services.  According to the statement, through the partnership, Sarz, a celebrated Nigerian creative who

 ProvidusBank SME Program 2023 for young Nigerian Entrepreneurs

Application Deadline: June 30, 2023 ProvidusBank in partnership with Enterprise Development Centre has created the ProvidusBank SME Program to build the capacity of business owners in Nigeria and provide them with the skills and competencies for the development of long-term strategic plans to transform their businesses and drive profitability. Eligibility Requirements To be Eligible for

Ghana inflation rises to 42.2% year on year in May

ACCRA – Ghana’s consumer inflation accelerated slightly to 42.2% year on year in May, up from 41.2% in April, the statistics service said on Wednesday. The West African nation is grappling with its worst economic crisis in a generation and is restructuring its debt. Authorities turned to the International Monetary Fund for a support package

Biden’s officials list gains of U.S.-Africa leaders summit | The Guardian Nigeria News

• White House to announce U.S. Diaspora Engagement Council• Carson: Deals between U.S. firms, African counterparts now $16.2b• Devermont: Ghana’s $300m data centers, Angola’s $250m railway underway• U.S. lawmakers call for S’Africa to lose AGOA Summit host over Russia ties Senior administration officials of the United States yesterday stated that substantial gains have been made