The border closure has affected goods from other West African countries. Wikimedia Commons Tahiru Azaaviele Liedong, University of Bath October 28, 2019//-Nigeria recently partially closed its border with Benin in an effort to stem the smuggling of rice. It then went on to close its land borders to the movement of all goods from Benin, […]
The Supreme Court of Ghana has made ruling on legal education reform. Wikimedia Commons Clement Kojo Akapame, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) October 28, 2019//-The way Ghana produces lawyers is in a confused state. And it’s beginning to be felt in the legal profession in general.
Rome, Italy, October 27, 2019/ — The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) will begin destroying global stocks of a blended food product, identified as a source of sickness among people who consumed it in Uganda earlier this year.
Accra, Ghana, October 27, 2019//-Dr Ewura Adjoa Ahimah Nunoo, a senior medical officer at Swan Clinic in Adenta, says people’s lifestyles may increase their risk of acquiring breast cancer which kills millions across the globe.
October 26, 2019//-Regulation exists to protect workers, public safety, businesses, and investments. But inefficient or inadequate regulation can stifle entrepreneurial activity and business growth and impact the ease of doing business.
Washington, U.S, October 25, 2019— The World Bank Board of Directors approved today $150 million in financing to support the Government of Ghana to improve the quality of education for over two million children in low performing basic education schools, and to strengthen Ghana’s education system.
Capital, family roles and stereotypes hinder women in business. Wikimedia Commons Albert N. Kimbu, University of Surrey; Ewoenam A. Afenyo-Agbe, University of Cape Coast, and Issahaku Adam, University of Cape Coast October 25, 2019//-Entrepreneurship can empower women economically, transform their lives socially and boost their contribution to their households. This is particularly important in sub-Saharan […]
October 25, 2019//-Only one firm out of over 100 has met the requirements laid down by the Chinese for export of avocados to the Asian country, six months after Nairobi and Beijing signed the deal.
October 24, 2019//-The Olifants River Bridge won the award for Technical Excellence at the South African Institute of Civil Engineers (SAICE) Annual Awards.
October 24, 2019//-“When the water was first released, we filled up our water containers, large and small, for the days ahead when the taps would go dry again. Surprisingly, the next day the taps were still flowing; they haven’t stopped since then.’ – Hauwa Sani, Housewife, Zaria City.
