LAST week President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo announced that Switzerland has agreed to assist Ghana to increase its cocoa production and as well add value to its raw cocoa beans locally. THAT announcement was made when the President of Switzerland, Ms. Doris Leuthard, called on President Akufo-Addo at the Flagstaff House—the seat of government—in Accra on … Read more
The United States and Mexico reached an agreement Tuesday in a long-standing dispute that will allow duty-free sugar imports to resume from south of the border, albeit with new conditions. US Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said the new deal will “address the flaws in the current system” and protect American sugar refiners, confectioners and soft … Read more
Fans of French baguettes and pastries in the United States are discovering a new place to spend their dough, courtesy of boulanger Eric Kayser. The Frenchman, who launched his first “Maison Kayser” in Paris in 1996, plans a new cafe/restaurant near the Empire State Building later this spring, with two more in Washington coming later … Read more
There is one ingredient in nearly every kitchen cupboard that can do wonders for your hair, skin and body. This inexpensive, multitasking item is nothing but baking soda! In fact, baking soda can help you look your best from head to toe. Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate, a natural substance that is crystalline but often … Read more
Chocolates are one of few special supplies that are popular on Valentine Day. Despite Ghana being a producer of chocolate, it faces competition from imported chocolates which have taken over the retail chocolate industry. Citi Business News has been finding out how well Ghanaian chocolates are faring on the shelves of shops especially on this … Read more
Edmund Poku, Chief Executive Officer, of Niche Cocoa Industry has pledged to ensure that more than 60 percent of Ghana’s cocoa harvest is processed locally. “Our nation produces a world-class cocoa crop but most people rarely have a chance to taste it,” Mr. Poku said, noting that such a situation needed to be reversed. Most … Read more
’57 Chocolate is the pioneer bean to bar chocolate business in Ghana defined by creativity and luxury. This venture uses resources grown within the country to create delicious, whimsical treats. The artisanal chocolate channels Ghana’s Independence Day revolutionary spirit, challenging the neo-colonial sentiment that premium chocolate can only be made in Europe.’57 is a chocolate … Read more
Fire personnel who got to the scene rather later could do little to salvage the situation. Fire has gutted a nine bedroom house at Assin Fosu in the Central Region. The incident occurred Thursday evening. Fire personnel who got to the scene rather later could do little to salvage the situation. The cause of the … Read more
Cosmetics have now become the need of society. People spend monthly on these and the amount of variety is so high. The makers claim they make one of the finest products meanwhile quality is compromised. Many times it happens that the ingredients mentioned are not true and that affects us. So there is an ugly side … Read more
The maiden edition of the Baking Festival by MI Prime Entertainment kicked off on Saturday, 22nd October, 2016 at the Palace Super Stores at Spintex in Accra. The main aim of this event as explained by the organizers is to bring a platform that can help the development of the baking industry. It is also … Read more
She wants to take Ghana’s Chocolate industry by storm — an XYZ Africa Exclusive By E. K.Bensah Jr The first thing almost everyone asks her is whether she is exporting — to which she answers in the negative. Meet Managing Director of “The Sweet Art Company” Ruth Amoah. She cuts an affable and vivacious figure, … Read more