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Remarks by Second Deputy Governor, Mrs. Elsie A. Awazdi at the launch of Bloomberg Africa’s Financial Journalism Training Programme
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-18

<p>Media practitioners are called upon to employ high professional standards to determine the <strong>what, when, and how</strong> they report economic and financial news, in order to promote and not undermine confidence in the financial system and the economy as a whole. Unfortunately, we have sometimes witnessed the opposite, especially during the last 18 or so months during which we have undertaken extensive reforms with a view to making the banking sector more resilient.<br></p>
WELCOME ADDRESS BY DR. ERNEST ADDISON, GOVERNOR, AT THE BANK’S 60TH ANNIVERSARY LECTURES AND EXHIBITION
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-18

<p>The historical roles of central banks in most developing countries, including Ghana, have been shaped by development strategies adopted over the period. Bank of Ghana is no exception and the Bank’s policies and activities have been shaped by changing political and economic conditions over the years.<br></p>
Speech by Dr. Johnson P. Asiama, 2nd Deputy Governor, at the 10th Ball of Fidelity Bank Ghana Ltd
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-18

<p>The Bank of Ghana is also working to enhance the credit infrastructure further. We have been working in consultation with the Ghana Association of Bankers, to review the existing Base Rate model. As you will recall, the idea behind the model was to bring transparency to base rate setting and hence lending rates in the economy; and also to promote uniformity in the definition of determinants of the Base Rate in the industry generally. The Committee has completed its work, and hence a draft notice would be issued soon for implementation.<br></p>
Opening Address delivered by Dr. Johnson P. Asiama, 2nd Deputy Governor, at the 2017 Continental Seminar of AACB
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-18

<p>Mr. Chairman, with paradigm shifts on monetary policy making in the global economy, it became clear that the direct instruments were not only devoid of market or price signals but also distortionary in the allocation of resources. The prevalence of state-owned banks in Africa at the time further perpetuated such distortions as political directives informed the allocation of financial resources to the economy. Thus, there was the need to move away from the direct control to market-based regimes introduced in the late 1980s under the structural adjustments and financial sector liberalization policies pioneered by the IMF and World Bank. <br></p>
ADDRESS BY DR. ABDUL-NASHIRU ISSAHAKU, GOVERNOR, AT THE COMMISSIONING OF SERVICES INTEGRITY SAVINGS AND LOANS LIMITED HEAD OFFICE, ON THURSDAY, DEC. 1, 2016
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-18

<p>The specialized deposit taking institutions of which the savings and loans companies are dominant is fast growing amidst intense competition. The sector contributed 14.4% of the banking industry’s total assets as at end September 2016 and poised to grow further as Bank of Ghana continues to receive applications from prospective institutions. Presently, there are 29 licensed Savings and Loans companies and will urge you to ride on the back of innovation and technology to gain a foot hold in the market.<br></p>
An address delivered by the Governor of the Bank of Ghana on November 27 2010 at the Chartered Institute of Bankers Annual Dinner
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-18

<p>Let me put things into context by stating some facts about Agriculture. The statistics we all know show that on average, Agricultural Sector accounts for about 22 Percent of GDP. However, the sector receives an average of 4.0 percent of bank lending. If we are to succeed in transforming agriculture and promoting agribusiness in Ghana then we must scale up financing to the sector. <br> </p>
SPEECH DELIVERED BY DR. ERNEST ADDISON, GOVERNOR, AT THE ANNUAL DINNER OF THE CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF BANKERS (GHANA)
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-18

<p>Good evening. All too soon, a year has passed by and we are once again gathered for this special occasion which brings together all the distinguished professionals in this very unique profession. Thank you for the invitation to this dinner and to address the Institute of Bankers at the end of a week-long of activities marking “Bankers” week. It has now become a tradition for the Governor of the Bank to talk about the developments in the banking and financial sector, the economy and the outlook for the ensuing year, and I will like to continue that tradition tonight. This will be the second time that I am doing so.<br></p>
SPEECH DELIVERED BY DR. ERNEST ADDISON, GOVERNOR, AT THE LAUNCH OF MOBILE MONEY INTEROPERABILITY PHASE II
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-18

<p>It is gratifying to note that the performance of the interoperability platform since implementing the first phase has been impressive based on the key pillars of <strong>CONVENIENCE</strong>, <strong>ACCESSIBILITY</strong>, and <strong>VALUE FOR MONEY</strong>. Since then, total transaction value and volume has increased from GH¢8.3 million and 96,907 respectively in May 2018 to GH¢32.6 million and 319,094 respectively in September 2018, representing 292.8 percent and 229.3 percent growth in value and volume respectively. This growth trend is expected to increase further when the second phase becomes fully operational and other innovative products and services become available.<br></p>
ADDRESS BY DR. ERNEST ADDISON, GOVERNOR, BANK OF GHANA, AT THE OFFICIAL OPENING OF STANDARD CHARTERED BANK NEW HEADQUARTERS
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-18

<p>Our banking system is becoming stronger with capital adequacy ratio reported at 19.1 per cent at the end of August, significantly above prudential requirement of 10 percent. Non-performing loans of the industry continue to decline and we expect a major reduction as banks begin to implement write off policies, in line with approvals received from Bank of Ghana to address the legacy loans that have been fully provisioned for. We have also observed a return to efficiency in the industry as operating expenses across banks are beginning to reduce, which should ultimately result in declining interest rates.<br></p>
KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY DR. ERNEST ADDISON, GOVERNOR, BANK OF GHANA AT EUROMONEY GHANA-WEST AFRICAN CONFERENCE HELD ON SEPT. 25, 2018
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-18

<p>More recently, Ghana’s payment system has witnessed significant changes on account of the growing role of Financial Technology Firms (FinTechs) and payment innovations. A recent survey conducted by the Bank shows that there are 71 FinTechs providing both front- and back-end services to Ghana’s banking sector. These developments are broadly in line with the country’s developmental agenda of formalising economic activities through digitisation to enhance growth prospects.<br></p>
SPEECH DELIVERED BY MRS. ELSIE A. AWADZI, SECOND DEPUTY GOVERNOR, AT THE GHANA BAR ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-18

<p>Underlying the legacy problems in the banking sector which we have recently witnessed, were years of poor corporate governance, poor risk management practices, related party transactions that were not above board, regulatory non-compliance, and poor supervision, leading to a significant build-up of vulnerabilities in the sector.<br></p>
SPEECH DELIVERED BY DR. ERNEST ADDISON, GOVERNOR, AT THE 18TH ANNUAL LUNCHEON OF GHANA ASSOCIATION OF BANKERS
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-18

<p> Overall, the country is on the path to full economic recovery with a strong first quarter growth. The growth pickup reflected a stronger rebound in the services sector. Also, the Bank’s Composite Index of Economic Activity (CIEA) registered a pickup in the year to May, reflecting increased industrial consumption of electricity, construction and exports. These, supported by positive business and consumer sentiments on the economy, should spur growth over the medium-term. </p>
KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY MRS. ELSIE ADDO AWADZI, DEPUTY GOVERNOR, AT BANK OF GHANA BREAKFAST MEETING HELD ON APRIL 24, 2018
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-18

<p>Ghana’s banking sector forms about 85% of the entire financial system, making economic activity largely dependent on bank financing more so than on capital market financing. A robust banking sector is therefore, critical to the stability of the entire financial system and economic growth ultimately. </p>
KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY MRS. ELSIE ADDO AWADZI, DEPUTY GOVERNOR, BANK OF GHANA AT FIDELITY CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DINNER
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-17

<p>The Bank of Ghana would like to see banks that are thriving and profitable for all their stakeholders, particularly depositors and other customers. Good banking business recognizes the invaluable role that customers play, and ensures that the bank continues to retain the trust and confidence of customers and the public as a whole.<br></p>
KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY MRS. ELSIE ADDO AWADZI, DEPUTY GOVERNOR, BANK OF GHANA AT THE SUSTAINABLE BANKING PRINCIPLES STAKEHOLDER FORUM
Source: bank_of_ghana
Date: 2019-07-17

<p> Ladies and gentlemen, in recognition of the need for sustainable banking, the Bank of Ghana, in collaboration with the Ghana Association of Bankers and the Environmental Protection Agency, set out in 2015 to bring to the fore, issues affecting the protection and sustenance of our environment, in addition to combating the social issues that affect the livelihoods and lifestyles of the vulnerable members of the public. </p>
BRIEF REMARKS BY HER LADYSHIP THE CHIEF JUSTICE SOPHIA AKUFFO (MS) ON THE OCASSION OF SOD CUTTING OF JUSAG MULTI –FUNCTIONAL FACILITY COMPLEX AT SESEMI-ABOKOBI, ACCRA ON FRIDAY THE 14TH OF JULY, 2017
Source: judicial_service_of_ghana

MR CHAIRMAN, JUSTICES OF THE SUPERIOR COURT OF JUDICATURE, PRESIDENT, ASSOCIATION OF MAGISTRATE AND JUDGES OF GHANA, REPRESENTATIVE OF THE GA MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY, NANANOM, THE DIVISIONAL COMMANDER ADENTANG POLICE, PRESIDENT AND PAST NATIONAL AND REGIONAL EXECUTIVES OF JUSAG, THE MEDIA, LADIES AND GENTLEMEN. It gives much pleasure to be in your midst, today being my first interaction with you, following my investiture last month. I am informed that the thought of putting up such a facility was initiated by the leadership of JUSAG some twenty years ago, and I commend JUSAG for that. A particular mention can be made of the first General Secretary, Mr Kwesi Gyan-Ainuson, the Past President of JUSAG, Alhajui Adia Abdul-Latif and the Chairman of the Past Interim Management Committee, Mr Francis Brakwa, not leaving out the current President Mr Alex Nartey. The purpose of this multi-functional facility I am informed is to among other things cater for conferences, seminars, accommodate members of the Association when they travel to the nation’s capital for union duties as well as official duties. My understanding is that it will also serve as an open facility to sister associations or unions and the general public. I admonish the contractors, Greencity Housing Limited to do well to complete within the scheduled three year period. While commending JUSAG for this effort, I will encourage you to have this replicated in the regions so as to decentralize your activities to get all members involved. For my part, my doors are open for any advice and support for the growth of the association. THANK YOU. Prev Next
A SPEECH DELIVERED BY HIS LORDSHIP JUSTICE WILLIAM ATUGUBA JSC AT THE INAUGURATION OF THE SENCHI DISTRICT COURT ON THE 31ST OF JULY, 2017
Source: judicial_service_of_ghana

Mr. Chairman, His Worship the District Court Magistrate, the Honourable District Chief Executive, Venerable Chiefs, the Media, Ladies and Gentlemen. I bring you the warm greetings of Her Ladyship, Ms. Sophia Akuffo, the Chief Justice of Ghana, who has delegated me and my brother Jones Victor Dotse JSC, to perform the ceremony of inaugurating this court this morning, for and on her behalf. The 1992 Constitution of Ghana primarily stands for the welfare of the people of Ghana as enshrined in article 1(1) thereof. A people cannot fare well amidst chaos, fear and security. To avoid this, the 1992 Constitution has laid down in chapters 5 and 6 several fundamental human rights inclusive of all others conceivable in a modern democracy, the Directive Principles of State Policy and the duties of the citizen. These lofty principles are largely meaningful when enforced by the courts. We should therefore see the courts as our constitutional fortresses of refuge and treasure them. If this is done constitutionalism will be deepened and unfortunate incidents like mob justice, which has surged in our beloved country recently, will be eliminated. I congratulate the District Assembly, the chiefs and people of this District for providing the building for this court and I hope other Assemblies will emulate this example. I appeal for the provision also of accommodation alongside court buildings for the convenient and independent administration of justice. As we heard Her Ladyship Ms. Sophia Akuffo, the Chief Justice say at her swearing-in ceremony, she is passionate about the delivery of quality justice. In this connection it is one of her strong aspirations that the courts will be provided with solar power so as to facilitate the delivery of justice which entails much recording work and the consequent preparation of lengthy proceedings especially for the satisfactorily agitation of the appellate process and the ready supply of judgments, proceedings and several legal processes to litigants who access the courts. Solar powering of the courts will greatly reduce the running costs of the courts, especially those in the non urban parts of the country, since the Judiciary’s budgetary allocations are often overburdened by its administrative expenses. On this note, I once again congratulate the District Assembly, the chiefs and people of this District for helping the Judiciary to provide quality judicial service to this part of the country. Thank you all for your attention. Prev Next
NEW YEAR MESSAGE FROM HER LADYSHIP THE CHIEF JUSTICE, JUSTICE SOPHIA A.B. AKUFFO
Source: judicial_service_of_ghana

New Year Message from Her Ladyship The Chief Justice, Justice Sophia A.B. Akuffo The year 2018 presents an opportunity for the Judiciary to renew its commitment to the highest standards of judicial quality and output. It is for good reason that our theme for the 2017-2018 Legal Year is “Quality Judges, Delivering Quality Justice”. As the third arm of State, we must endeavour at all times to be scrupulous and not capricious in the application of judicial discretion. We have to be keenly aware and judicially and socially conscious of the impact of our decisions on the larger society and the environment, if our judgments are to stand the test of relevancy. It is my expectation that in 2018, our Environmental Courts will hand down decisions that will provide the strongest indication of our commitment to the fight against illegal extraction of natural resources and other human activities detrimental to our environment. We have a duty to ensure that our decisions have a positive impact on the society we serve. Our application of the law must be totally devoid of absurdity. The impact and effectiveness of our output must lead to judicial outcomes that provide assurance of law and order in this country. It is important not only for the institution but also for our democracy and the health of our nation. In the year 2018, we should exceed all expectations by delivering quality judgments and orders and working optimally through effective case management to produce excellence at all levels of Court. I am confident that with the support of Court and administrative staff, working diligently and with focus and purpose, we will together, give the people of Ghana the quality justice they deserve and expect from us. I wish you all a productive and successful 2018! Afrihyiapa! Prev Next
STATEMENT BY THE HONOURABLE LADY CHIEF JUSTICE GERTRUDE SACKEY TORKORNOO TO THE LATE LAWYER ANTHONY AKOTO AMPAW ON 13TH DECEMBER 2023 AT NATIONAL THEATRE, ACCRA
Source: judicial_service_of_ghana

STATEMENT BY THE HONOURABLE LADY CHIEF JUSTICE GERTRUDE SACKEY TORKORNOO TO THE LATE LAWYER ANTHONY AKOTO AMPAW ON 13 TH DECEMBER 2023 AT NATIONAL THEATRE, ACCRA Great men hallow a whole people, and lift up all who live in their time. Sydney Smith. Every now and then there comes a seemingly unknown person, who is the reason why many good things happen, because that person has a heart-filled with good. Sheey Sheey can be best described as the heart of the community. He brought feeling, conscience, and life into a group and yet was not seen much. The evidence of his influence is seen in all of us gathered here this evening. Most of us who had the benefit of the good will of his life appreciated his contribution. I am glad that I had the personal benefit of knowing Sheey Sheey for many years. In law practice, in social circles and through the Law Reform Commission where we served as commissioners. As a lawyer in the courtroom, his processes were well researched, well-articulated and relevant. Even in the shortest application, when Mr. Akoto Ampaw spoke, there was good reason to, and what he said added to the proceedings. His work had absolute integrity and his citations could be relied on. I believe that I speak for all of us when I say Sheey Sheey impacted social thinking, social conscience and social dynamism by his sheer intellectual exertions and contributions quietly made, but effectively done. We share the sorrow of his family because we have all been affected and we know we will continue to be affected because he had so much to give. As we soldier on without him, I have not doubt that in every national conversation that follows, it will be acknowledged that had Sheey Sheey been around, he would have brought fresh ideas to bear on the subject. May God keep the honourable Akoto Ampaw; best known as Sheey Sheey May his gentle soul rest in peace. Prev Next
NATIONAL DATA STRATEGY VALIDATION WORKSHOP
Source: ministry_of_communications_ghana

1 The Director General of Smart Africa Secretariat and the team, The African Union Commission, Commission, Our Benin delegation on Peer Learning Exchange Development Partners GIZ, Government Agencies represented Staff of the Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation, The Executive Director and Staff of the Data Protection The Data Pop Alliance Experts from Academia, the private and civil society, and all stakeholders represented for this validation workshop of the National Data Governance Strategy, your participation and insights are crucial to the success of this initiative. You are welcome. The Smart Africa Secretariat, in partnership with GIZ and championed by Ghana, developed the Continental Data Governance Blueprint . Based on the recommendations of the African Union Continental Data Policy Framework, this blueprint highlighted clear , pragmatic strategies, model licenses, standards, and tools that African governments can use or adopt for data governance. Also, Ghana is one of the implementation countries to foster digital skills, including data skills, for the Smart Africa Digital Academy (SADA). This nation is well into the bold, deliberate initiatives to digitalise the economy, believing that deploying critical IT systems and technologies acquired will best maximi se the use of data by unlocking its potential, promoting data sharing, analytics, and reuse for the general public good. With an increasing adoption of advanced technology in the management of data, the prioritisation of data governance is critical to the success of the digitisation effort. The purpose of the National Data Governance Strategy is to; • Develop both basic and economy-specific infrastructure. 2 • Facilitate access to public data. • Create trust mechanisms for both the public and private sectors of the economy. • Build capacity for individuals and institutions. A good data governance strategy includes a well -designed governance program involving a Governance Team to steer the affairs and develop the data management standards and Data Stewards to implement, monitor, and enforce the related policies and procedures. On behalf of the Hon ourable Minister, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to the members who have accepted the invitation to this session. Your willingness to collaborate is greatly appreciated and we urge all institutions managing key data assets to join us in this important endeavor. We hope that you r deliberations will be fruitful and that we will be able to deliver the planned strategy as soon as possible. We assure you of the Ministry’s commitment to this project and hope we have a good working document. We are grateful for your participation and look forward to your continued involvement. Thank you all.
HON. MINISTER'S BRIEF REMARKS AT THE LAUNCH OF THE GIRLS-IN-ICT TRUST
Source: ministry_of_communications_ghana

LAUNCH OF THE GIRLS IN ICT TRUST -MINISTERS BRIEF REMARKS Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, I want to thank you for staying with us through today’s exciting program. I am so proud of the young ladies. I feel strongly that they may be the leadership beacons of the future. You have heard the story of the GIICT initiative. Over the last 12 years we have touched the lives of girls across the country. We have introduced them to the wonder of technology. We have introduced them to strong female role models. Today you have met our graduates from Accra. I hope you have an idea of the potential they have. I wish you could meet their sisters across the country. They are a national asset. As I indicated earlier in my speech, we have realized how much more we could do to expand the program. It is the desire of the Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation to offer more girls a more indepth training, with age appropriate content, and a developmental curriculum. We thought of the value that global interaction and best practice competitive content would add to their training. We also thought the difference a long term relationship with a role model working in ICT or STEM could make. I am proud to tell you that out of the opportunities we have identified for growth, the lessons learned over 12 years of execution, and knowledge gained from feedback from stakeholders like yourselves, Our GIICT Initiative is going to be transformed. The GIICT is being transformed to a sustainable, and scalable nationwide initiative that will produce a pipeline of more than three times as many girls annually. With your support, we will create a structure in each of Ghana’s 16 regions targeting girls aged 8 to 22 with a comprehensive program of face to face training programs and competitive and collaborative online content. We intend to provide training and support to girls and young women close to where they live and go to school. We will put them in regular contact with role models to advise and encourage them. And, we will work with national stakeholders and communities to increase the opportunities available to young women interested in education and careers in STEM and ICT. I urge you to consider being a part of this new and improved program. Girls in ICT could not have made it this far without your support. We can not actualize this vision without your support. Together we can unlock the potential of a huge national asset; our young girls and women. This is one important step in the path to digital inclusion. We intend to train 9000 graduates annually and this will definitely speed Ghana’s path to digital transformation. Nii Chair, Hon Ministers, Agency Heads, Potential partners, distinguished ladies and gentlemen, from GIICT day, to GIICT Initiative, I am proud to give you the Ghana Girls in ICT Trust. On that note, I duly launch the Ghana Girls in ICT Trust.