Saturday, 8 August 2026

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Saturday, 8 August 2026

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Sylvester Adinam Mensah

Also known as: Mr Mensah · Mr. Mensah · Moses Klu Mensah · Seth Quaye Mensah · Fiifi Mensah · Chairman Mensah · Chairman Fiifi Mensah · Mr. Fiifi Mensah · Patrick K. Mensah · Mr Patrick K. Mensah

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May 2026
7 MayJoy Online
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Export-Import Bank, Sylvester Adinam Mensah, has highlighted Africa’s strong record in female entrepreneurship, describing it as evidence of capacity, resilience and leadership among women on the continent. …
Africa leads in female entrepreneurship but faces gaps in opportunity access – Sylvester Mensah
7 MayJoy Online
The Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Exim Bank, Sylvester Adinam Mensah, has called for greater investment in women-led businesses and stronger support systems for female entrepreneurs across the continent, stressing that Africa’s development cannot be achieved without fully empo …
Africa cannot rise without full power of women—Exim Bank CEO
7 MayJoy Online
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Export-Import Bank, Sylvester Adinam Mensah, has called for greater female leadership across Africa, saying the continent’s transformation depends on bold, visionary women. …
Ghana Exim Bank CEO calls for bold female leadership to drive Africa’s transformation

Politics

NPP holds re-run election for Bantema Constituency executives

The News

The NPP re-ran its Bantema Constituency executive election under tight security at Kumasi Cultural Centre after the National Steering Committee annulled the initial poll held on July 11, 2026, citing breaches of party directives, election regulations, and court orders. The Ashanti Regional Chairman had sworn in those elected in the annulled election despite the party's decision to hold a re-run, which is now being supervised by Electoral Commission officials.

2 hours ago · Joy Online →

Today

NPP holds re-run election for Bantema Constituency executives
The NPP re-ran its Bantema Constituency executive election under tight security at Kumasi Cultural Centre after the National Steering Committee annulled the initial poll held on July 11, 2026, citing breaches of party directives, election regulations, and court orders. The Ashanti Regional Chairman had sworn in those elected in the annulled election despite the party's decision to hold a re-run, which is now being supervised by Electoral Commission officials.
2 hours ago · Joy Online →

Yesterday

Ghana EXIM Bank commissions astro turf facility at Hogbe Park
Ghana EXIMBank has commissioned the Awoamefia Togbi Sri III Astro Turf Park at Hogbe Park in Anloga as a 10th anniversary corporate social responsibility project. The facility, built to international standards, will host league matches, tournaments, training programs, and school activities.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →

Thursday 6 August

Ghana EXIM Bank backs Northshore Apparel Hub launch
Ghana EXIM Bank has funded the Northshore Apparel Hub in Savelugu, a wholly Ghanaian-owned manufacturing facility expected to create 3,000 jobs in its first phase and up to 10,000 when fully operational. President Mahama will commission the facility on August 28, 2026, as part of the bank's strategy to drive industrialisation, exports, and job creation.
6 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 31 July

GHIB CEO outlines bank's vision supporting Ghanaian businesses globally
The new CEO of Ghana International Bank spent 10 working days in Ghana during his first month to understand the bank's customers and communities, and believes GHIB's greatest opportunities lie in financing trade and partnering with Ghanaian businesses as they expand internationally. Since its establishment in 1959, the bank has served as a bridge between Ghana and the world's financial markets.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 27 July

Odorgonno SHS marks 86th anniversary with emphasis on character
Odorgonno Senior High School celebrated its 86th Speech and Prize-Giving Day, with education leaders calling on students to embrace discipline, integrity and good character alongside academic excellence. The Deputy Director-General of the Ghana Education Service stressed that character, punctuality and responsibility would determine students' future success more than certificates alone.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 23 July

GEXIM and GHIB partner to strengthen Ghana's export sector
Ghana Export-Import Bank and Ghana International Bank have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to improve access to international banking services, trade finance and global markets for Ghanaian exporters, with immediate priorities including expansion of correspondent banking relationships between the two institutions.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 22 July

GEXIM and Ghana International Bank sign trade finance partnership
Ghana Export-Import Bank (GEXIM) and Ghana International Bank PLC have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to deepen trade finance opportunities for Ghanaian exporters, particularly SMEs, through improved access to international banking services and correspondent banking.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 15 July

GHIB and GEXIM partner to expand Ghana's export financing capabilities
Ghana International Bank and the Ghana Export-Import Bank are formalizing a partnership through a Non-Disclosure Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding to deepen cooperation on trade finance and international banking services, aiming to help Ghanaian businesses access global markets.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 12 July

Bantama youth petition police over NPP election tensions
Youth in Bantama have petitioned the Ashanti Regional Police Command for heightened security during the continuation of the NPP Bantama Constituency Executive Elections, citing alleged threats and tensions linked to disagreements over delegate album preparation and a radio interview that allegedly preceded disruptions at a voting centre.
12 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Bantama Brigade calls for heightened security at NPP elections
The Bantama Brigade for Peace has called on the Ghana Police Service to heighten security ahead of the continuation of NPP Bantama Constituency Executive Elections, citing concerns over repeated threats of violence and a previous disruption on Saturday in which election materials were vandalised and officials were allegedly assaulted.
12 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 2 July

Ghana Exim Bank joins UN Global Compact for sustainability
Ghana Exim Bank's CEO says the institution's formal commitment to the UN Global Compact will strengthen its global credibility and deepen sustainable financing by integrating environmental, social and governance principles into its operations.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Exim Bank joins UN Global Compact sustainability initiative
Ghana Export-Import Bank has officially joined the United Nations Global Compact, pledging to align its operations with the initiative's Ten Principles on human rights, labour standards, environmental stewardship, and anti-corruption. The bank joins a global network of more than 20,000 companies and organisations committed to advancing sustainable business practices and supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 25 June

Bantama NPP chairman accuses MP of electoral album manipulation
A rift between Bantama Constituency NPP chairman Fiifi Mensah and MP Francis Asenso-Boakye has deepened over allegations that the MP, the First Vice Chairman, and the Constituency Youth Organiser removed delegates' names from the electoral album ahead of internal elections, which Mensah says breaches party procedures.
25 June 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 23 June

Bantama NPP torn by electoral album manipulation claims
Tension has erupted within Bantama's NPP constituency following allegations that the electoral album has been manipulated ahead of internal party elections. The constituency chairman accused the local MP of masterminding the removal of long-serving delegates from the album without justification, sparking heated confrontations at party offices that required police intervention.
23 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 22 June

Accra Girls SHS wins NACOC anti-drug quiz competition
Accra Girls Senior High School won the 2026 Narcotics Control Commission Inter-Schools Quiz Competition held in Accra on Friday with 44 points, ahead of PRESEC (36 points) and Labone SHS (35 points). The competition aimed to encourage students to champion the fight against drug abuse and narcotic-related offences.
22 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 16 June

Ghana to use World Cup 2026 for investor recruitment forums
Ghana's investment and export agencies are organizing Invest Ghana Business Forums in Canada and the United States during the 2026 FIFA World Cup to attract foreign direct investment and highlight opportunities in energy, agribusiness, manufacturing, mining, and other sectors.
16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 8 June

Finance Minister Ato Forson named Overall Best Performing Minister
Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Minister of Finance, has been named the Overall Best Performing Minister at the 6th Ghana Minister of the Year Awards, recognized for his distinguished service and performance at the Ministry of Finance. The awards ceremony, held in Accra, celebrated excellence in public service and impactful leadership in governance during the 2025 review period.
8 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Finance Minister Ato Forson wins Ghana Minister of the Year 2025-2026
Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Finance Minister, was adjudged Overall Best Minister of the Year 2025–2026 at the 6th Ghana Minister of the Year Awards held in Accra. Other ministers honoured included Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa as Best Young Minister and John Abdulai Jinapor as Best Innovation Minister.
8 June 2026 · The Chronicle →

Sunday 7 June

Fashion designer's uniform repair initiative aids schoolchildren
Seth Quaye Mensah, a 24-year fashion industry veteran, has spent four years repairing and replacing torn school uniforms for vulnerable pupils through his Dress Well to School initiative, which has reached nine schools and benefited hundreds of children in the Amasaman area of Greater Accra Region.
7 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 4 June

Maritime infrastructure investment critical for Africa's economic growth
GEXIM's Deputy CEO Moses Klu Mensah has called for stronger investment in maritime infrastructure, technology, logistics and financing to drive Africa's economic transformation and improve trade competitiveness, stating that the maritime sector is essential for industrialisation, export growth and job creation.
4 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 7 May

Africa leads globally in female entrepreneurship rate
The CEO of the Ghana Export-Import Bank says Africa records the highest rate of female entrepreneurs globally, with nearly one in four businesses owned or led by women, but notes that women-led businesses earn significantly less than those owned by men due to unequal access to finance, markets, and opportunities.
7 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Africa's development requires full empowerment of women—Exim Bank CEO
Ghana Exim Bank CEO Sylvester Adinam Mensah told the 2026 Ghana Female CEOs Summit that Africa cannot achieve growth and resilience without fully empowering women, calling for greater investment in women-led businesses and stronger support for female entrepreneurs across the continent.
7 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Exim Bank CEO urges bold female leadership for African transformation
The CEO of Ghana Export-Import Bank called for greater female leadership across Africa at the 2026 Ghana Female CEOs Summit, urging women to overcome structural and social barriers and pursue ambitious roles in shaping the continent's future. He pledged the bank's continued support for women-led businesses as part of driving inclusive economic growth.
7 May 2026 · Joy Online →