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Mastercard and MEST Africa Unveil EdTech Fellowship with 12 Promising Startups
On Thursday, May 9th, in Accra, Ghana, the Mastercard Foundation in collaboration with MEST Africa officially kicked off their EdTech Fellowship program. The initiative has selected twelve promising startups aimed at transforming…
MapAfrica Unveils Signboards App: A New Era for Personal Advertising
MapAfrica Limited has introduced the Signboards App, an innovative platform designed to streamline personal advertising for professionals, freelancers, and gig workers. The app, conceived by Leonard Benkowsky, boasts a user-friendly…
Starlink Satellite Broadband Approved by NCA to Operate in Ghana
Accra, April 25, 2024 — The National Communications Authority (NCA) has officially approved the application of Space X Starlink GH LTD, marking a significant step forward in satellite broadband services within Ghana. This approval allows…
NITA Partners with Smart Infraco and Trend Micro to Enhance Cybersecurity of Government IT Systems
Accra, Ghana – The National Information Technology Agency (NITA) has announced a strategic partnership with Smart Infraco and Trend Micro to bolster the cybersecurity of Ghana's government IT infrastructure. This collaboration aims to…
GRA Clarifies Tax Obligations for Ghanaians Earning Abroad – Details and Criteria
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has recently specified that only four distinct categories of Ghanaian residents who earn income abroad fall under their scope for taxation. This specification aims to address the rising concerns and…
aYo Ghana Achieves Triple Success at Ghana Finance Focus Awards
aYo Intermediaries Ghana LTD, a prominent player in Ghana's micro-insurance market, recently achieved significant recognition at the Ghana Finance Focus Awards. The company received the Mobile Insurance Leadership Award, underscoring its…
Replace your Ghana Card now; Significant Hike in Fees from May 2024
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has issued a Public Notice to Ghanaians regarding an impending significant increase in fees for Ghana Card services.
Starting from the first Wednesday of May 2024, citizens will experience a…
Ghana’s New Telco Legislation to Empower Local Companies – Ursula Owusu-Ekuful Announces
Government Initiatives to Boost Local Telcom Industry
Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, the Minister of Communications and Digitalisation, recently disclosed ongoing efforts to pass local content legislation specifically aimed at the…
Meta Expands AI Services to Nigeria, Ghana, and Other African Nations
Meta, the parent company behind major social platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram, has officially expanded its AI services to seven Sub-Saharan African countries, notably including Nigeria and Ghana. The rollout also…
SES HD PLUS Ghana Switches to Free-to-Air Broadcasting Starting June 2024
Accra, Ghana — SES HD PLUS Ghana, a leading provider of high-definition (HD) satellite broadcast services, has announced a significant shift in its business model, transitioning from a subscription-based service to a free-to-air (FTA)…