Emerging Markets Global Advisory LLP (EMGA) announces today they have delivered another US$160m debt finance for their long-standing Brazil-based client, BTG Pactual. The US$160 million 7-year senior unsecured loan was provided by AIIB, and the transaction follows on from several prior transactions for BTG also advised by EMGA for a cumulative US$1.1bn. Sajeev Chakkalakal, Managing … Read more
Paris: Gisèle Pelicot, the French woman who earned international recognition after publicly testifying at her mass-rape trial last year, has been given France’s top honour. The 72-year-old was named knight of the Legion of Honour on a list announced ahead of France’s Bastille Day. Pelicot waived her right to anonymity during the high-profile trial against … Read more
Accra: Stanbic Bank Ghana has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to the growth and development of Ghana’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), describing the sector as the ‘heartbeat of the nation’s economy.’ According to Ghana News Agency, the pledge was made by Ms. Dinah Kaleo-Bioh, Acting Head of Business and Commercial Banking at Stanbic Bank, … Read more
Accra: Security services, civilian institutions, and policymakers have been urged to deepen collaboration in managing contemporary security threats, as defence management is no longer the preserve of the armed forces. The call was made by the Acting Commandant of the Ghana Armed Forces College, Brigadier-General Jackson Wonjeh, at the graduation ceremony of the 2025 Defence … Read more
Abidjan: Three Toastmasters Club Presidents from Stanbic Bank Ghana have earned recognition at the 2025 District 94 Toastmasters Conference held in C´te d’Ivoire for achieving the highest possible distinction in club performance. According to Ghana News Agency, Jessica Boakyewaa Howard, President of Stanbic Kumasi L and D Toastmasters Club; Martina Boateng, President of Stanbic Spintex … Read more
Savelugu: A total of 300 women smallholder farmers, including persons with disabilities in the Northern Region, have received certified seeds to promote sustainable crop production. The support package, which included maize seeds, targeted farmers in two districts, Savelugu and Tolon, to enhance agricultural productivity and resilience. According to Ghana News Agency, beneficiaries were drawn from … Read more
Abuakwa: The Abuakwa Divisional Police Command has apprehended a 31-year-old man accused of stealing prepaid meters from customers. The suspect was initially captured by residents of Abuakwa Agogo Newsite and subsequently handed over to the police for further investigation. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. George Amoah, Ashanti West Regional Manager of the Electricity Company … Read more