Whenever development is discussed — be it in government plans, public debates or academic discourses — it is almost always framed in teleological terms. To develop, we are told, is to progress towards a favourable end. Hence, terms such as economic development imply growth in wealth; political development suggests functional,Continue Reading
By last Friday afternoon, my red, white and blue ‘fugu’ and my ‘I love NPP’ neck sarf were in place for storming the University of Ghana sports stadium the next day for the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP’s) National Delegates Conference. I could not find my ancient NPP-branded vuvuzela, but IContinue Reading
The suspension of Ghana’s Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo in April 2025 has provoked intense constitutional debate, eliciting polarised reactions across political, legal and civil society spheres. However, from a public case standpoint—where institutional trust, constitutional compliance and democratic resilience are essential—the decision to suspend the Chief JusticeContinue Reading
At a reception, a young waiter asked a guest, “Sir, what drink can I bring you?” The guest answered, “can I have a glass of brandy, please?” Looking confused, the youngster apologetically replied, “sorry sir, we don’t have brandy, but we have cognac.” Smiling, the guest politely said, “Cognac willContinue Reading
Ghana’s economy depends on businesses of all types and sizes. From roadside vendors and small workshops to factories and service providers, each one plays a role in creating jobs, supporting livelihoods, and contributing to Ghana’s economy. Without reliable information about how these businesses operate, grow, or struggle, it becomes difficultContinue Reading
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is being driven not by steam or electricity, but by data and intelligent machines. Just as the first industrial revolution mechanised labour and transformed economies through mass production (Schwab, 2016), the next frontier in Africa’s healthcare transformation lies in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) andContinue Reading
Road markings are important for guiding and regulating traffic, conveying information to drivers and pedestrians, through lines, symbols and colours on the road surface. These markings, especially those on the road surfaces, assist drivers in their movements on the road. They are crucial as they define lanes and indicate permittedContinue Reading
On July 2, 2025, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a historic visit to Ghana, marking the first time an Indian prime minister set foot in the West African nation in over three decades. This landmark trip, part of a broader five-nation tour, underscores India’s ambition to deepen ties withContinue Reading
Every living organism grows according to its DNA – a master plan coded for function and evolution. In the same way, science is the DNA of national development. Yet in Ghana, science lacks not only visibility, but institutional security, budgetary commitment and political reverence. Mr John Mahama, as you chartContinue Reading
There’s a silent war being fought every weekday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. across countless offices around the world. The fluorescent lights, the WhatsApp messages from HR & Admin, from your boss and even your collogues, the “Good Morning” greetings that carry the weight of unspoken tension—this is notContinue Reading
