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Dud cheque offenders face 3-year ban from cheque books and credit access – BoG warns

  The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has reminded the public that individuals who repeatedly issue dud cheques face a three-year ban from issuing fresh cheques. Such persons will be denied access to new credit facilities within the banking and financial system. The reminder was contained in revised regulatory directives issued by the central bank on June 24, 2026. BoG, however, clarified that affected customers would still be allowed to receive funds into their accounts and carry out other electronic transactions. All Banks and Specialised Deposit Taking Institutions will be notified about this ban,” the notice stated. The central bank added that banks and SDIs must notify affected customers within five working days after receiving notice of the ban and recall all unused cheque books. BoG also disclosed that it will publish the names of customers who become third-time offenders. Customers who fail to return unused cheque books within ten working days will be reported to the Bank of Ghana. Suc...
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Prudential Bank Goes ‘Prevention First’ with Free Health Screening for Staff

 Prudential Bank has rolled out a comprehensive, fully funded health screening exercise for its employees, reinforcing its belief that a healthy workforce is the bedrock of dependable banking. The initiative, running this month in partnership with Bob Freeman Hospital, an SIC-owned health facility, is part of the Bank’s Wellness Month and reflects a strategic shift from treating issues to catching it early, before it becomes a crisis. The timing of the screening, deliberately scheduled during June, which is globally recognised as Wellness Month, underlines the Bank’s dedication to preventive care rather than reactive treatment. Speaking on the importance of this exercise, Head of Human Resources, Lilian Antwiwaa Asante emphasised that the Bank believes that its people are its greatest asset and that the health of staff is not just a personal matter, but a strategic priority. “We want every staff member to know their numbers, catch potential issues early and then see how we can all ...

VFS Global reinforces trust and applicant awareness in Ghana as demand for group visa services grows

  As outbound travel demand from Ghana continues to grow, VFS Global has reiterated its commitment to transparency, applicant protection, and secure visa application services, while advising residents to remain vigilant against fraudulent agents and intermediaries who falsely promise early appointments or guaranteed visa outcomes in exchange for payment. The company’s advisory comes at a time when visa application volumes across several markets continue to rise, particularly around peak travel periods for students, families, organised groups, corporate travellers, sports teams, and delegations. With this increased demand, applicants are encouraged to plan early, rely only on official information, and avoid third parties who claim to influence appointments or visa decisions. “Trust is central to the visa application experience. At VFS Global, our role is to provide applicants with a secure, transparent, and well-managed administrative process on behalf of our client governments. We ...

Caring Beyond Connectivity: Mtn Ghana Brings New Life To Hospital Care Through 21 Days Of Y’ello Care

 The Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Stephen Blewett, has reaffirmed the company’s commitment to improving healthcare delivery and enhancing the well-being of communities through a major hospital bed and furniture refurbishment initiative under this year’s 21 Days of Y’ello Care programme. Speaking at Maamobi General Hospital, where Stephen joined MTN Ghana employee volunteers and partners to refurbish hospital beds and furniture, he said the initiative reflects MTN’s belief that meaningful change happens when people go beyond financial support and become personally involved in transforming lives. For patients receiving care, a hospital bed is more than furniture. It is a place of healing, recovery and renewed hope. Through this intervention, MTN Ghana is helping to create safer, more comfortable and dignified spaces for patients during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. Describing 21 Days of Y’ello Care as one of MTN Ghana’s most impactful employee volunteer...

Cancellation of Zoomlion Contract Worsens Accra Flooding.

 In the wake of this year's rainy season, Accra, Ghana's capital city, is experiencing severe flooding. This is not an exaggeration. The slightest rainfall now turns the national capital into a disaster zone. For houses built on and along waterways, the least said about them the better. Their residents wake up every morning fearing the next downpour. So far, areas hit hard include Kaneshie Market and its environs, Agbogbloshie, Mallam, Madina, Santa Maria, and many others. What has compounded matters is that the rains have shown no signs of easing. If for anything at all, we should be bracing ourselves for more rains. It is as if the floodgates of heaven have been opened upon Accra and, by extension, Ghana. But here is the question that no one in authority seemed willing to answer honestly until now: Why is this happening after successive years of relative calm? For so many years, it has rained in Accra. Sometimes heavily. Yet the floods have not been this destructive for the p...

MTN Ghana Empowers Young Entrepreneurs with Practical Strategies for Growing Side Businesses

 MTN Ghana has organised the 2026 MTN SME Accelerate Youth Entrepreneur Webinar, reinforcing its commitment to equipping young people with the skills, knowledge and practical tools needed to build and scale successful businesses while pursuing higher education or working full-time. Held under the theme, “The Side-Hustle Growth Playbook: Running a Business While in School or on a 9-to-5,” the webinar brought together successful entrepreneurs who shared their experiences and strategies for balancing entrepreneurship with academic and professional responsibilities. Moderated by media personality Afi Tsegah, the virtual event explored the growing role of side businesses in today’s economy. It featured presentations from Chichi Yakubu, Founder and CEO of NyoNyo Essentials; Lawrencia Bazal Darko, Founder of Bazal Art Studios and legal practitioner; and Princess Burland, influencer and Founder of Diya Organics. Speaking during the session, Chichi Yakubu encouraged participants to diversi...

ECOWAS Court dismisses ex-Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo’s suit against Ghana

  The ECOWAS Community Court of Justice has dismissed all seven claims filed by former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo against the Republic of Ghana, according to Deputy Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Justice Srem-Sai. The ECOWAS Community Court of Justice had previously dealt with preliminary objections and procedural applications in the case, which stemmed from the former Chief Justice’s challenge to her suspension and removal from office, which she alleges violated her rights under the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights. Dr Srem-Sai, in a Facebook post on Wednesday, June 24, disclosed that the regional court also declined to award the US$10 million in damages sought by the former Chief Justice. According to him, the court found no basis for compensation after concluding that Ghana had not infringed any of the rights cited in the application. Quoting the court's decision, the Deputy Attorney-General stated that, “in light of the Court’s conclusions that Gha...