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First National Bank Ghana

Also known as: First National Bank (FNB) Ghana · FNB

Ghanaian bank that sponsors the Accra Marathon, offers investment products including gift cards and private banking services, and provides financial literacy programs.

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  1. October 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … They include Standard Bank (Stanbic), Absa, First National Bank, MTN and Sanlam Insurance. …

    Forbes’ World’s Best Employers 2026: No Ghanaian firm ranked among 900 companies
  3. September 2026
  4. Joy Online

    … The programme is organised in partnership with the Bank of Ghana, with support from ecosystem partners including GCB Bank, Hubtel, appsNmobile, Zenith Bank, First National Bank, Blue Penguin, Korba, Fidelity Bank, Afrifanom (VaMiJo) and JUMO.

    MoMo Fintech Lab attracts close to 1K entries from innovators across, applications end on Sept 30
  5. Daily Guide

    A scene during previous event The First National Bank Accra Marathon will return in November with the restoration of the full 42.2km race and a new route through Accra. …

    First National Bank Full Accra Marathon Returns November
  6. Joy Online

    The First National Bank Accra Marathon will return in November with the restoration of the full 42.2km race and a new route through Accra. …

    First National Bank Accra Marathon brings back full race for 2026
  7. Joy Online

    … The Head of Data Analytics, Research and Strategy at First National Bank, Julien Ayyipey asserts that across the region, virtual assets are increasingly intersecting with smaller transactions, cross-border payments and ordinary financial activity, while stablecoins are becoming a …

    Ghana’s money is changing faster than its financial system
  8. Daily Guide

    A Client with the card First National Bank Ghana has introduced Investment Gift Cards, a new gifting solution designed to enable Ghanaians to celebrate important occasions while helping recipients build long-term financial wealth. …

    First National Bank Launches Investment Gift Cards
  9. Joy Online

    First National Bank Ghana has officially announced the availability of its groundbreaking Investment Gift Cards, a first-of-its-kind gifting solution designed to transform the way Ghanaians celebrate life’s special moments while building lasting financial wealth. …

    First National Bank’s Investment Gift Cards out now to give Ghanaians a new way to gift a brighter future
  10. August 2026
  11. Daily Guide

    First National Bank Ghana has launched a new financial product, the Investment Gift Card, that redefines traditional gifting by turning presents into long-term investments. …

    First National Bank Launches Investment Gift Cards
  12. Joy Online

    First National Bank Ghana has announced an innovative new way to celebrate life’s special moments and milestones with the launch of its Investment Gift Cards, a unique financial product designed to help families and loved ones build a stronger financial future. …

    First National Bank redefines gifting with launch of Investment Gift Cards
  13. Joy Online

    First National Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to financial inclusion and responsible banking by partnering with the Ghana Federation of Disability Organisations (GFD) to host the federations first dedicated Financial Literacy Training Programme for Persons with Disabilities ( …

    First National Bank Ghana pioneers financial literacy programme for Persons with Disabilities
Business

No Ghanaian firm ranks in Forbes world's best employers 2026

The News

No Ghanaian firm appeared among 900 companies in Forbes' World's Best Employers 2026 rankings, though subsidiaries of South African, Nigerian and Egyptian firms operate in Ghana. South African firms dominated the African rankings, with Nedbank leading the continent at number 26 globally.

4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 4 October

  1. No Ghanaian firm ranks in Forbes world's best employers 2026

    No Ghanaian firm appeared among 900 companies in Forbes' World's Best Employers 2026 rankings, though subsidiaries of South African, Nigerian and Egyptian firms operate in Ghana. South African firms dominated the African rankings, with Nedbank leading the continent at number 26 globally.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 23 September

  1. MoMo Fintech Lab receives 990+ entries from Ghana innovators

    MobileMoney Fintech Ltd has received over 990 entries for the 2026 MoMo Fintech Lab, a nationwide innovation programme that identifies and supports innovators developing solutions for Ghana's digital financial services sector. Applications remain open until September 30.

    23 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 9 September

  1. First National Bank Accra Marathon returns in November

    The First National Bank Accra Marathon will return in November with the restoration of the full 42.2km race and a new route through Accra, marking the fourth consecutive year of the bank's sponsorship partnership with the Dansoman Keep Fit Club.

    9 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. First National Bank Accra Marathon restores full 42.2km race

    The First National Bank Accra Marathon will return in November with the full 42.2km race restored and a new route through Accra. The event, in its fourth year of First National Bank partnership with the Dansoman Keep Fit Club, will start and finish at Accra Sports Stadium under the theme "Go the Distance."

    8 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana's virtual asset market outpaces formal regulatory framework

    Ghana's virtual asset market was already operating substantially before the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act passed in December 2025, with Sub-Saharan Africa receiving over US$205 billion in on-chain value between July 2024 and June 2025, up 52% year-on-year, with Ghana among the region's five largest markets.

    8 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 4 September

  1. First National Bank launches investment gift card product

    First National Bank Ghana has introduced Investment Gift Cards, a gifting product designed to enable recipients to save and invest, with the potential to grow the value of gifts over time. The bank partnered with radio programmes Joy FM and Citi FM to promote the product through educational content about gifting and investment.

    4 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. First National Bank launches investment gift cards for Ghanaians

    First National Bank Ghana has announced Investment Gift Cards, a new gifting product that allows both customers and non-customers to purchase gifts with growth potential through investment, as opposed to traditional gifts that may depreciate over time.

    2 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 28 August

  1. First National Bank launches investment gift cards

    First National Bank Ghana has introduced Investment Gift Cards in denominations of GH¢2,000, GH¢5,000, GH¢10,000 and flexible values, designed to help recipients build wealth and develop financial habits through long-term investing rather than traditional gifting.

    28 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. First National Bank launches Investment Gift Cards

    First National Bank Ghana has launched Investment Gift Cards in denominations of GHS 2,000, GHS 5,000, GHS 10,000, and flexible values, designed to help recipients begin wealth creation and develop sound money management habits. The bank positions the cards as a way to transform gifting into lasting financial investments.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 25 August

  1. First National Bank launches financial literacy for persons with disabilities

    First National Bank Ghana partnered with the Ghana Federation of Disability Organisations to host a financial literacy training programme for persons with disabilities, bringing together over 40 participants for modules on money management, banking, and investment strategies.

    25 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Avance Media announces 2026 Top 100 Ghana women board directors

    Avance Media Africa has released the 2026 Top 100 Ghana's Women Board Directors ranking, the second edition, recognizing 100 women serving on boards of Ghana's leading institutions. The research found that women hold 232 of 895 board seats (25.9%) across 100 leading organisations, down from 28% in 2023, though the number of women Board Chairs doubled to 19 and nine organisations now achieve gender parity.

    18 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 13 August

  1. South Africa's major banks well positioned for Iran-US conflict spillovers

    Fitch Ratings reports that Standard Bank, Absa, and First National Bank are well positioned to weather spillovers from the US-Iran war, citing their strong franchises, healthy profitability, and sound capital and liquidity buffers. The rating agency forecasts headline inflation at 5.0% in June 2026 and predicts further interest rate rises followed by cuts, with impaired loan ratios declining and capital ratios remaining comfortably above regulatory minimums.

    13 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 24 July

  1. Ghana's economic reset shows stability but questions remain

    Eight months into Ghana's 2026 Budget reset, the cedi has remained broadly stable and the domestic bond market has reopened after a three-year absence, though observers note that sustaining discipline beyond the IMF programme and translating headline gains into better jobs and living standards remain key tests.

    24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 23 July

  1. Ghana's economic reset shows mixed progress eight months on

    An opinion piece argues that Ghana's 2026 budget "reset" has delivered more progress than expected in eight months, including cedi stability and reopened domestic bond markets following IMF programme success, but notes the key challenge is sustaining stability without IMF oversight and translating headline improvements into jobs and living standards.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 15 June

  1. Accra venue launches World Cup 2026 fan park with viewing experiences

    Kadosbee Limited and Polo Beach Club have officially launched a FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Park in Accra, with doors open for all matches and special focus on Ghana's Black Stars fixtures. The venue will feature activities and promotions, including a prediction promotion and cash-back rewards for First National Bank customers.

    15 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Saturday 23 May

  1. e-Crime Bureau hosts inaugural gala on AI-era cybersecurity and leadership

    The e-Crime Bureau held its inaugural Founder's Opera Soirée in Accra, bringing together cybersecurity chiefs, executives, and legal professionals to discuss emerging cyber threats, governance, and organisational resilience. The event featured remarks from the Founder and former CSA Director-General Dr Albert Antwi-Boasiako and a presentation on leadership in an AI-driven threat environment.

    23 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 6 May

  1. First National Bank Ghana opens private banking lounge

    First National Bank Ghana has unveiled its first Private Banking Lounge at its Airport Branch, called the Gold Coast Lounge, offering bespoke financial solutions and exclusive lifestyle privileges. The lounge provides Private Banking clients with a dedicated Personal Private Banker and access to secure investment instruments.

    6 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Monday 4 May

  1. FNB Ghana opens private banking lounge at airport branch

    First National Bank Ghana has unveiled its first Private Banking Lounge, called the Gold Coast Lounge, at its Airport Branch, offering private banking clients dedicated personal bankers and bespoke financial solutions alongside exclusive lifestyle privileges.

    4 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 30 April

  1. First National Bank opens private banking lounge in Ghana

    First National Bank Ghana has unveiled its first Private Banking Lounge at its Airport Branch, offering bespoke financial solutions and exclusive lifestyle privileges. Each Private Banking client receives a dedicated Personal Private Banker to provide personalized guidance on investments and financial planning.

    30 April 2026 · Joy Online →

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