Author: Kwame Stephen Yeboah

NEW YORK — The 2024 NAB Show New York officially opens its doors at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, showcasing some 250 Exhibitors and welcoming attendees to the premier East Coast event for the broadcast, media and entertainment industry. With hundreds of new products on display, 20 new product launches and nearly 50 first-time Exhibitors, this year’s Show promises to deliver the latest innovations in AI, sports media, and content creation. “NAB Show New York is where broadcast, media and entertainment professionals come to explore the future products and trends impacting the industry,” said Karen Chupka, executive vice president…

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In a commendable feat, B5 Plus Limited has been honored with a prestigious citation for its exceptional contributions to the steel manufacturing sector. The recognition highlights the company’s unwavering commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, all of which have positioned it as a leader in the industry. B5 Plus is celebrated for its transformation into a fully integrated steel production company, utilizing cutting-edge technology to ensure the highest quality standards. This recognition reflects the company’s efforts to stay ahead in a competitive market by consistently delivering top-notch products that meet customer needs. By embracing the latest advancements in steel…

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The award-winning international airline Goldstar Air, the Wings of Ghana is proud to announce partnerships with some teaching hospital dialysis units by supporting them with machines and reciprocating it in all regional hospitals. Dialysis is a lifesaving treatment for people with kidney failure or end-stage renal disease (ESRD). You may stay on dialysis indefinitely or just until you can get a kidney transplant. In Ghana, many families go through significant difficulties, including selling their properties to take care of a family member with kidney failure. The number of families that have suffered, having to sell properties that were kept for…

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International airline Goldstar Air, the wings of Ghana will play an essential role in aviation and general insurance in Ghana, to avoid the provision of additional coverage assurance or reinsurance outside the country, as it looks forward to creating over one million indirect job opportunities for Ghanaians. The airline will work with the National Insurance Commission (NIC) in Ghana to assist in all big-ticket insurance coverage to be taken care of by a consortium of insurance companies in the country. The facultative reinsurance and reinsurance treaties are two types of reinsurance contracts. When it comes to facultative reinsurance the main…

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The government has announced plans to reintroduce road tolls in a bid to tackle a significant financing gap in road infrastructure, a development which is expected to generate substantial revenue for the sector. This proposal was disclosed by the Minister of Roads and Highways, Hon Francis Asenso-Boakye during a high-level panel discussion marking the 50th anniversary of the Ghana Highway Authority (GHA). Hon Asenso- Boakye stressed the critical role of road infrastructure in the socio-economic development of the country, noting that road transport accounts for approximately 95% of all transportation in Ghana. “The need for increased funding to the Road…

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Winners to be named at NAB Show New York on October 9 The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced the finalists for the 2024 NAB Marconi Radio Awards in a live streamed video. The winners will be recognized and honored at radio’s biggest night, the Marconi Awards Dinner, where the industry’s major players come together to celebrate excellence and recognize stations and individuals. The dinner will be held October 9 during NAB Show New York. Established in 1989 and named after inventor and Nobel Prize winner Guglielmo Marconi, the NAB Marconi Radio Awards are given to radio stations and outstanding…

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B5 Plus, one of the largest steel manufacturing companies in Ghana, located in Tema, has been awarded the Exporter of the Year Award at this year’s Ghana Shippers Awards 2024. The Ghana Shippers Awards provide a platform to recognize individuals and companies that play a significant role in the growth and development of the industry, while also acknowledging key functions within the industry that promote growth and sustainability. The awards encompass various sectors, including road transportation, ocean carriers, air transportation, freight forwarding, shipping agents, express services, courier agencies, insurance, and financial institutions. In this year’s edition of the Ghana Shippers…

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United States President Joe Biden has dropped out of the 2024 presidential run. In a move that takes the contest into uncharted terrain, the US president stated that he will not seek a second term. Instead, another Democrat must be picked to face Republican nominee Donald Trump in November, in a race already fraught with tension, division, and an assassination attempt. In a letter released today, Sunday July 21, 2024. President Biden stated that his decision not to seek re-election is in the best interest of the party and that he will address the country later to provide details on…

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The Tema-based B5 Plus Limited, a leading steel company in Ghana, has emerged as the winner of the Manufacturing Steel Company of the Year award at this year’s Ghana-West Africa Business Excellence Awards 2024 ceremony. The Ghana-West Africa Business Excellence Awards, endorsed by the West Africa Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Strategic Accountancy Africa, provides a platform to recognize individuals and companies that contribute significantly to the development of various sectors. The awards recognize the industry’s merits and set a benchmark for excellence while rewarding innovative ideas that have pushed the boundaries of what is possible. The awards recognize…

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The Parliament of Ghana, this afternoon, passed a bill establishing the National Roads Authority. This was after the Minister for Roads and Highways, Hon. Francis Asenso-Boakye had moved a motion in the house during the third reading of the National Roads Authority Bill. “The primary objective of this Bill is to establish the National Roads Authority, an autonomous body responsible for planning, developing, maintaining, and managing Ghana’s national road network,” the Minister stated. According to Hon. Asenso-Boakye, “this new entity will streamline the management of Ghana’s national roads by bringing together the three key agencies currently under the Ministry —…

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