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In October 2012, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) published the World Economic Outlook (WEO), a forecast for more than 180 countries based on macroeconomic indicators such as gross domestic product (GDP), inflation and fiscal balance. Ghana’s 2012 GDP of +8.18% has it listed as one of the top 20 fastest […]

The under-development of the Ghanaian economy can possibly account for the socio-economic and other social challenges confronting Ghana’s youthful population. Currently, there are no jobs and the only option left on the table for the Ghanaian youth is to become an Entrepreneur. Entrepreneurial empowerment, modern technology and  strong working policies […]

  “Good afternoon, I want to go to Osu, how much?”  “GHS 10.00,” says the taxi driver.” “But that’s almost double the price from this time last year!” “Yes  madame, but the price of fuel has gone up!” After a bit of haggling, I get him to reduce the fare […]

“Excuse me is your name Felicia?” I asked as I walked up to a young lady sitting at the entrance of the cramped workspace converted from a former shipping container. “No, Felicia is inside” she responded, pointing into the dimly lit box. “Hello Felicia, my name is Monica, we spoke […]

Migration brings new faces to our cities every day, and takes others away. Successful economies worldwide lure young job-seekers, while many social and economic factors keep (or drive) others home. How are identities changing as a result of this mass migration? How are we as individuals altered by these new […]