Bernard Avle

2026-05-052026-10-08

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May 2026
19 MayJoy Online
… He made the remarks during a fireside chat with broadcaster Bernard Avle at the 3i Africa Summit held at the Destiny Arena in Accra. …
Africa poised to lead in global digital finance evolution – MTN Group CEO
5 MayJoy Online
… If we had the means today, we would mobilise all the grain farmers have.” The host of the programme, Mr Bernard Avle, called on NAFCO to publish a list of farmers and mills from which grain had been procured through licensed buyers. …
National Food Buffer Stock needs GH¢770m to clear rice glut as GH¢100m procurement continues

Business

Telecel urges gender inclusion embedded in business systems

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Telecel Ghana's External Affairs Director called for gender inclusion to be made a core business priority rather than one-off initiatives, arguing that women's advancement should be embedded in organisational systems and processes. Speaking at the 10th anniversary Executive Women's Network conference in Accra, he highlighted Telecel's initiatives including female representation targets and the Female Engineering Student Scholarship Programme.

7 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Yesterday

Telecel urges gender inclusion embedded in business systems
Telecel Ghana's External Affairs Director called for gender inclusion to be made a core business priority rather than one-off initiatives, arguing that women's advancement should be embedded in organisational systems and processes. Speaking at the 10th anniversary Executive Women's Network conference in Accra, he highlighted Telecel's initiatives including female representation targets and the Female Engineering Student Scholarship Programme.
7 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 6 October

Telecel Ghana participates in women's leadership forum
Telecel Ghana's External Affairs Director participated in a panel discussion at the 10th anniversary conference of the Executive Women's Network (EWN), a Ghanaian non-governmental organisation focused on advancing women in senior management and executive positions across Africa.
6 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 1 October

Ghana missed galamsey crackdown window under Akufo-Addo
Senyo Hosi, Convenor of the One Ghana Movement, argues that Ghana lost a critical opportunity to decisively tackle illegal small-scale mining during former President Akufo-Addo's first term, as initial crackdown efforts were weakened due to political and economic considerations, including concerns about the 2020 election.
1 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 29 September

COCOBOD shifts to domestic funding for cocoa purchases strategically
The Ghana Cocoa Board has decided to raise $1.4 billion from domestic investors to finance cocoa purchases for the 2026/2027 season, describing this as a deliberate strategic shift away from its traditional reliance on international borrowing, not a result of exclusion from international markets. The Deputy Chief Executive Officer said international banks have approached COCOBOD about returning to the international market, but the board opted for a different approach based on lessons from previous financing arrangements.
29 September 2026 · Joy Online →
COCOBOD shifts to domestic funding for cocoa purchases strategically
COCOBOD has raised $1.4 billion from domestic investors to finance cocoa purchases for the 2026/2027 season, representing a deliberate strategic shift from international borrowing rather than exclusion from global markets. The Deputy Chief Executive Officer said international banks have approached the board about returning to international markets, but COCOBOD opted for a different approach based on lessons from previous financing arrangements.
29 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 21 July

Wontumi's conviction devastates NPP, Manhyia South MP says
The Member of Parliament for Manhyia South says the conviction of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) has deeply affected the party and its supporters. The NPP remains unconvinced by the trial evidence and plans to examine the court's judgment before deciding on next steps.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP's Wontumi conviction deeply affects party and supporters
Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah says the conviction of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) has devastated party supporters and members. The MP argued the prosecution failed to present sufficient direct evidence to meet the criminal standard of proof beyond reasonable doubt, and the party plans to study the court's written judgment before deciding on next steps.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 18 July

Nearly 40% of children aged 8-12 use social media
According to global estimates, nearly 40% of children aged 8 to 12 are using social media despite minimum age restrictions. Experts warn that while technological proficiency is valuable, screens should not replace developmental experiences such as communication, social interaction, physical activity, and adaptive life skills.
18 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 14 July

Accra-Tema Motorway reconstruction 48% complete, flooding reduced
The Accra-Tema Motorway reconstruction is 48% complete with major drainage infrastructure already helping to reduce flooding along the corridor. The project involves construction of about 20 culverts and three interchanges, most of which are nearing completion.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 25 May

Workforce skills crucial to Ghana's proposed 24-hour economy
An editorial argues that Ghana's proposed 24-hour economy cannot succeed without a technically competent, disciplined workforce; the policy aims to increase production and create sustainable jobs, but requires better skills development, supervision, and workplace culture alongside business expansion.
25 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Tuesday 19 May

Africa positioned to lead digital finance evolution, MTN CEO says
MTN Group CEO Ralph Mupita stated at the 3i Africa Summit in Accra that Africa is well-positioned to lead the next phase of digital financial transformation, moving from mobile money to more sophisticated, technology-driven systems including digital credit, remittances, and blockchain-enabled services.
19 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 5 May

NAFCO needs GH¢770m to clear rice glut from 2025–26
The National Food Buffer Stock Company says it requires at least GH¢770 million to absorb a rice surplus from the 2025 farming season, but has received only GH¢100 million in 2025 funds and is awaiting a further GH¢200 million announced in the 2026 Budget.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →