Wednesday, October 29

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RemotePass launches ‘Ask AI’, the world’s first HR AI tool to ease decision making pressure on HR and finance leaders
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RemotePass launches ‘Ask AI’, the world’s first HR AI tool to ease decision making pressure on HR and finance leaders

RemotePass, the all-in-one HR & Payroll platform for managing local and global teams, today announced the launch of "Ask AI." The world’s first tool that lets C-suite, HR, and finance leaders securely interact with private, real-time HR & Payroll data, giving them the autonomy to make faster decisions. The launch comes as Middle East economies push to digitize business operations under the UAE Vision 2031 and Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. Both agendas emphasize efficiency, productivity and the future of work, areas where RemotePass believes conversational AI can serve as a force multiplier. For years, leaders have been stuck between waiting hours for manual reports or more recently relying on generic AI tools that can't access sensitive company information. ‘Ask AI’ s...
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TCL Showcases Latest Display Technologies and AI Innovations at IFA 2025
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TCL Showcases Latest Display Technologies and AI Innovations at IFA 2025

TCL, a global leader in consumer electronics and the world’s No.1 Mini LED and Ultra-large TV brand delivered an inspiring show at IFA 2025 under the theme “Inspire Greatness”. From cutting-edge audiovisual displays, AI-powered home appliances, and smart connected mobile devices, to the global debut of TCL NXTHOMETM and a series of sustainable innovations, the exhibition showcased TCL’s pursuit to enhance everyday life through innovative products, fashionable and premium design, and vibrant experiences. Featuring a dedicated sports-themed design igniting an athletic vibe at IFA 2025 alongside the brand’s latest technological innovations, the exhibition also underscored TCL’s commitment to connecting audiences worldwide through the transformative power of technology, ...
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Ministry Launches Girls-In-ICT Training of Trainers in Upper West Region (Wa)
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Ministry Launches Girls-In-ICT Training of Trainers in Upper West Region (Wa)

‎‎The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has commenced the Training of Trainers (ToT) workshop under the National Girls-in-ICT Programme with the aim of equipping 100 teachers with ICT skills.‎‎The training, which runs from 18th to 22nd September 2025, is being held at the Simon Diedong Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies in Wa.‎‎The selected teachers, drawn from all 11 districts of the Upper West Region, will undergo intensive sessions in digital skills and computer literacy.‎‎After the one-week programme, the teachers are expected to transfer the knowledge gained to 1,000 selected girls from Primary Four to Junior High School across the region.‎‎The initiative is designed not only to bridge the digital gender divide but also to inspi...
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Aavishkaar Capital’s Global Supply Chain Support Fund (GSCSF) Supports the Horizon Group Africa with USD 5 Million Loan to Scale Operations
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Aavishkaar Capital’s Global Supply Chain Support Fund (GSCSF) Supports the Horizon Group Africa with USD 5 Million Loan to Scale Operations

This is the fourth investment in Africa from Aavishkaar Capital’s USD 250 million GSC Support Fund Aavishkaar Capital, a company of the Aavishkaar Group known for its entrepreneurship-led approach to impact-driven business growth, has announced its fourth investment in Africa in collaboration with KfW, the German state-owned investment and development bank. The investment has been facilitated by the Global Supply Chain Support Fund, providing a loan of USD 5 million to the Horizon Group Africa. This is the 8th overall investment by GSC Support Fund across the Global South and the fourth investment in Africa. The Horizon Group aggregates and processes high value whole spices such as ginger, turmeric, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom and black pepper through its facilities in Nigeria, Tanzan...
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Green Finance Tops the Agenda at the World Green Economy Summit 2025
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Green Finance Tops the Agenda at the World Green Economy Summit 2025

In light of escalating environmental challenges and the global push to achieve net-zero goals, the 11th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) continues to serve as a vital platform for decision-makers, investors and experts from around the world. This year’s event comes at a critical time as rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and data centres intersects with the urgent need to reshape the future of energy towards more sustainable and efficient alternatives.Sessions will explore financial mechanisms driving the green transition, address challenges in scaling up renewable energy and explore avenues for climate finance. Held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President...
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CSA Warns Public of Brand Impersonation Scams on Google Maps and Search
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CSA Warns Public of Brand Impersonation Scams on Google Maps and Search

The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has raised alarm over a growing wave of scams involving the impersonation of well-known brands and service providers through Google Maps and Google Search. According to the Authority, cybercriminals are creating fake business profiles and manipulating search results to deceive unsuspecting members of the public. Companies such as Pizza Hut, Pizzaman/Chickenman, Hisense, Bel Aqua, Papaye, and Burger King have been among the popular brands targeted. How the Scam Works The CSA explained that scammers create or alter business listings of trusted institutions—including banks, hotels, airlines, courier services, and even government agencies—on Google Maps. These fraudulent listings often feature fake phone numbers, emails, and websites. When users s...
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Ghana to host Promark Elite’s Digital Assets Summit in September 
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Ghana to host Promark Elite’s Digital Assets Summit in September 

Promark Elite Ltd, a Ghana-United Kingdom based consultancy, events, and strategic communications company, will host the inaugural Digital Assets Summit Africa (DASA) this September in Accra.  The two-day forum will bring together policymakers, investors, regulators, and technology leaders from across the continent and beyond to discuss global crypto adoption, a statement from Promark Elite Ltd, copied to the Ghana News Agency, said on Thursday.  Set against a backdrop of soaring global crypto adoption and growing institutional interest, the summit is poised to be a game-changing moment for the continent’s digital asset ecosystem.  With over 562 million global crypto users and blockchain technology moving into the mainstream, it said Africa was uniquely positioned to ben...
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Demeter Ghana Showcases Agricultural Innovation and Solutions at Farmer Field Day
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Demeter Ghana Showcases Agricultural Innovation and Solutions at Farmer Field Day

Demeter Ghana Limited, a leading provider of high-quality agricultural inputs and farmer support services, successfully hosted its second Farm Field Day at the company’s trial farm, Jei River Farms, at Kasoa, Central Region of Ghana. This event has become a key platform for knowledge-sharing, innovation showcase, and hands-on training within the agricultural sector. This edition brought together a mix of stakeholders, including smallholder and commercial farmers, distributors, retailers, industry partners, and officials from the Directorate of Crop Services, Ministry of Food and Agriculture. The gathering served as a collaborative space where participants could exchange ideas, learn about modern farming technologies, and witness firsthand how science-backed agricultural solutions can bo...
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Baaba Hammond appointed as Country Manager, Bolt Business Ghana
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Baaba Hammond appointed as Country Manager, Bolt Business Ghana

Baaba Hammond has been appointed Country Manager for Bolt Business in Ghana, tasked with growing our business travel offering. She joined Bolt over five years ago as the first Bolt Business employee in Ghana, after spending 18 months in Bolt Rides customer support. Her career trajectory has been remarkable — rising from Business Specialist to Business Development Manager in 2021, and later advancing to Senior Business Development Manager. Before joining Bolt seven and a half years ago, Baaba spent over three years at ACCA. In her new role, Baaba will spearhead strategic growth initiatives and lead team expansion, focusing on helping Ghanaian businesses unlock more cost-effective and flexible alternatives to traditional corporate travel through Bolt Business. Milu Kipimo, Regional Man...
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Yellow Card Releases Report on Stablecoin Adoption as It Expands in Emerging Markets
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Yellow Card Releases Report on Stablecoin Adoption as It Expands in Emerging Markets

Yellow Card, Africa’s leading stablecoin payments infrastructure provider, has published a new impact report detailing the role of stablecoins in reshaping the financial landscape unlocking new economic opportunities in Latin America, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. The report highlights how digital assets have become a core part of the global financial landscape. The report highlights a significant growth in the stablecoin market. In 2024 market cap grew by $73.5B to $161.2B. In May 2025, the market cap was around $230 billion. In the same year, the transaction value of stablecoins hit $15.6 trillion, roughly 119% and 200% that of Visa and Mastercard, respectively, with the number of transactions reaching 110 million monthly. The rapid growth is particularly notable in ...
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