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Stanbic Bank Ghana holds ‘Financial Wellness Workshop’ for journalists
Stanbic Bank Ghana has held a ‘Financial Wellness Workshop’ for journalists in the Ashanti Region, underscoring its commitment to strengthening financial literacy and long‑term independence within the media fraternity.
The initiative, organised in partnership with the Science and Technology Communicators of Ghana (SaTCOG), brought together practitioners from print, radio, television, and online platforms.
SaTCOG, which champions science communication among journalists in Ghana and beyond, requested the training to help members build resilience in both their personal finances and professional practice.
The sessions covered personal financial management, savings and investment planning, retirement preparation, debt and asset management, and the effective use of digital banking tools.
Derick Romeo Adogla, Head of Communication and Reputation Management at Stanbic Bank, said the programme was designed to equip journalists with practical strategies for financial stability.
“We brought some of our top financial experts to take participants through financial wellness, to ensure our colleagues in the media can better manage their finances,” he explained.
He added that the workshop forms part of Stanbic Bank’s broader drive to promote financial literacy across sectors, with similar programmes already extended to small businesses, students, and professional groups.
As a gesture of support, the bank donated five laptops to selected journalists, aimed at enhancing newsroom efficiency through research, story filing, and digital content creation.
Facilitators, Nabil Abubakar Hussayn, Head of Employee Value Banking, and James Otchere led the sessions.
Mr Hussayn urged participants to align lifestyle choices with budgets and future goals.
“Live a life you can afford and make lifestyle choices in line with your budget and aspirations,” he advised, stressing that a carefully planned budget and investment in good assets such as land are the first steps toward financial freedom.
The leadership of SaTCOG commended Stanbic Bank for the initiative, describing it as timely and relevant to the personal and professional development of journalists.
By deepening its partnership with the media, Stanbic Bank hopes to foster capacity building and long‑term impact, ensuring that journalists were not only storytellers of Ghana’s development but also financially empowered professionals.
From Kingsley E. Hope, Kumasi
MTN Ghana has hosted more than 200 students from various educational institutions in Accra for an engaging, hands-on technology immersion at MTN House, bringing classroom theory to life and fueling interest in STEM and digital innovation.
Students from Ashesi University, Ghana International School, Cradle Star Academy, and Kinderland School explored MTN Ghana’s rich history, core values, customer-focused innovations, and digital transformation agenda.
They were introduced to the company’s sustainability and social impact initiatives, spanning education, youth empowerment and community development. A key highlight of the visits was a tour of MTN Ghana’s Network Operations Centre (NOC) and data centres.
The students gained first-hand exposure to the advanced technology, systems, and expertise powering seamless connectivity for millions daily – offering a rare look into how MTN ensures network performance, security, and resilience.
Speaking on the initiative, the Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer at MTN Ghana, Adwoa Wiafe, noted, “Hosting students at MTN House reflects our commitment to shaping Ghana’s digital future. As we deliver our Ambition 2030 strategy, we are deepening investments in youth development through programmes like the Bright Scholarship, the MTN Digital Skills Academy, and collaborations on the One Million Coders Programme and the Girls in ICT initiative led by the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation.”
Paschal Paaga, Manager for IT Projects Implementation, emphasised the importance of experiential learning.
‘’By opening our doors, we are helping to bridge the gap between academia and industry. We want young people to see the real-world impact of technology and be inspired to pursue careers in STEM.”
For many participants, the experience was transformative. Maame Sapomaa, a Level 300 Information Systems student from Ashesi University, shared, “The visit was incredibly inspiring. Everything we have learned in the classroom came to life, and we were exposed to new concepts beyond our studies. It has motivated me even more to pursue a career in technology.”
As MTN Ghana advances its Ambition 2030 vision, the company remains committed to driving digital inclusion, platform-led innovation, and building strategic partnerships that support Ghana’s long-term socio-economic development.
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has expressed sorrow over the death of two Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates in a road accident in the Upper West Region.
The deceased are Taufi Ibrahim and Abdul Khalid, both students at Chiana Roman Catholic Junior High School.
“Management of the Ghana Education Service has received with profound sorrow the tragic news of the untimely demise of two Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates, Taufi Ibrahim and Abdul Khalid, students of Chiana Roman Catholic Junior High School in the Upper West Region,” a statement issued by Mr Daniel Fenyi, Head of Public Relations, GES, said.
It said preliminary reports indicated that the students died in a road traffic accident on Sunday, May 3, while travelling to Wa ahead of the commencement of the examination.
“We are deeply saddened that these young lives, full of promise and potential, have been cut short under such distressing circumstances.
“Management and staff of GES, and the entire education community, extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, the school, their classmates, and all who have been affected by this tragic incident. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
The statement said Management of the GES would continue to liaise with the appropriate authorities to ascertain full details of the incident and consider measures to prevent similar occurrences. –GNA
