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“Take financial risk to enhance economic independence”
Women have been encouraged to take calculated financial risks to enhance their economic independence and ease the financial pressures on their husbands.
Dr George Akumfi Ameyaw, Board Chairman of the Cocoa Research Co-operative Credit Union (CRCCU), emphasised that men often bear the brunt of multiple responsibilities, including catering for family needs such as housing, education, and health care.
These pressures, he explained, frequently compel men to take loans, which can strain their financial stability.
Speaking at the CRCCU’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at Tafo under the theme: ‘Wealth Creation through Co-operative Finance,’ Dr Ameyaw highlighted the importance of shared financial responsibilities within families.
He urged women to step in and support their spouses when they have the capacity to do so.
The AGM provided an opportunity for CRCCU management to account to members on the union’s finances, policies, and resolutions necessary for its growth.
“Women, he observed, are generally more cautious when it comes to borrowing.
Many women fear being labeled as borrowers and were mindful of protecting their financial reputation,” he said.
“While this careful approach minimises risks, it can also slow their personal and financial growth,” he added.
Dr Ameyaw then encouraged women to reconsider their reluctance and see credit as a tool for achieving their goals, expanding businesses, and supporting their families.
“With proper planning and a steady income, women can responsibly take on credit to ease the financial load on their husbands. Greater participation by women in credit schemes will foster shared responsibility and mutual growth within households,” he explained.
He further highlighted the role of cooperatives like CRCCU in providing a sustainable pathway to financial stability.
Supervised by the Bank of Ghana and the Cooperative Union Association, he said the CRCCU offered transparent and secure financial services and added that members were encouraged to save regularly, build wealth through dividends, and access loans to fund critical projects.
“By leveraging cooperative funds, both men and women can access financial resources, ensuring a balanced and sustainable approach to wealth creation,” he indicated.
Dr Ameyaw mentioned that families could achieve stability and progress by embracing financial opportunities responsibly, with women playing a pivotal role in alleviating the financial strains on men.
From Ama Tekyiwaa Ampadu Agyeman, Tafo
About 200 company secretaries, governance professionals and institutional leaders will gather in Accra for the ‘Company Secretaries Summit’ next month.
It is aimed at strengthening governance practices and enhance boardroom effectiveness across the country.
The summit, which is scheduled for July 16 at the Labadi Beach Hotel seeks to equip governance professionals with the knowledge, skills, and networks required to navigate the increasingly complex demands of modern corporate leadership.
It will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions focusing on emerging governance trends, boardroom dynamics, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, and stakeholder expectations.
According to the convener, Catherine Engmann, the summit comes at a critical time when governance professionals are under growing pressure to support sound decision-making, strengthen governance culture, and respond effectively to changing institutional and regulatory environments.
“This gathering is not just another conference. It is a platform for governance leaders who are already operating at the highest level and intend to stay there,” she said.
She noted that the programme was designed to provide participants with practical tools, fresh insights, and valuable professional connections.
According to Ms Engmann, a major highlight of the event will be the awards ceremony, which will recognise individuals and organisations that have demonstrated excellence in governance practice and made significant contributions to improving board effectiveness and corporate accountability.
She mentioned that the summit will also offer participants an opportunity to benchmark their practices against industry standards, exchange ideas with peers, and explore innovative approaches to governance challenges.
Beyond the formal sessions, the event is expected to foster networking and collaboration among governance professionals, helping to strengthen governance practices across Ghana’s corporate and institutional landscape.
Speaking about the vision behind the initiative, Ms Engmann, said the summit was inspired by the need to create a dedicated platform that recognises the critical role played by company secretaries and governance professionals.
According to her, the Company Secretaries’ Summit and Awards reflects her conviction that Ghana’s governance professionals deserve an annual platform where they can engage in meaningful discussions, build strategic relationships, and receive recognition for their contributions to effective governance.
Registration for the summit, she said was currently open, with interested professionals encouraged to secure their participation ahead of the event.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
-1 cup dried soya beans
-4–5 cups for water (for blending)
-Extra water for soaking
-Sugar, honey or dates (optional, for sweetness)
-Vanilla extract (optional)
Preparation
-Pick through the beans to remove stones or damaged seeds and rinse thoroughly
-Place them in a large bowl and cover with plenty of water. Soak for at least eight hours or overnight to soften it to blend easier
– After soaking, rub the beans with your hands as the skin begins to remove
– Removing the skins helps reduce the ‘beany’ taste and improves texture
– Put the soaked beans into a blender with 4–5 cups of clean water
-Blend until smooth and milky. (You may need to do this in batches depending on your blender size).
– Using a clean muslin cloth or fine sieve, strain the blended mixture into a pot. (Squeeze well to extract as much liquid as possible).
-The leftover pulp is called okara. Don’t throw it away — it can be used in baking, porridge, or even added to stews.
– Place the strained milk on medium heat and make it boil. Stir continuously to prevent burning or overflowing.
– Allow it to boil for at least 20–25 minutes. Proper boiling removes the raw taste and neutralises natural compounds that can upset the stomach.
-Once boiled a little sugar or honey. Pulse.gh
Health benefits of Soya beans
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