Money Convos

Date of conversation: 4th August 2022 A major concern for people considering a Masters degree or any post graduate programme is how to fund the cost. the cost is higher when you want to study outside Ghana. We discuss options for funding such as scholarships and student loans. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitt...

Date of conversation: 19th April 2023 Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) are emerging economies that are considering a different currency to rival the dominance of the US Dollar in international trade. How would this affect us? Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Ju...

Date of conversation: 10th March 2022 A lot of people are afraid of debt/loans. We discuss when it is good to take a loan and terms and conditions you should be aware of. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in your browser to listen. If you prefer to listen later, c...

Date of conversation: 7th April 2022 We discuss the pros and cons of buying or building your home. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in your browser to listen. If you prefer to listen later, check out our podcast and youtube: Youtube: https://youtube.com/@moneycon...

Date of conversation: 5th April 2023 When you want to own your own home, there are so many choices you have to make. Location, size, cost, buy vs build, mortgage or cash, etc. On 5th April 2022, we discussed different scenarios people face and choose the best answer for each situation. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t nee...

Date of conversation: 27th March 2022 We discuss how you can finance your home with a mortgage and the terms and conditions you should know. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in your browser to listen. If you prefer to listen later, check out our podcast and youtu...

Date of conversation: 12th April 2022 On 12th April 2022, we discussed the implications of the new taxes passed by Ghana’s parliament a few weeks ago. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in your browser to listen. If you prefer to listen later, check out our podcast...

Date of conversation: 29th March 2023 Young people have a lot of choices, responsibilities, and pressures on their minds. On Wednesday 29th March 2023 at 6PM GMT, we continued with our discussion on Young People's Dilemmas. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in...

Date of conversation: 22nd March 2023 Young people have a lot of choices, responsibilities and pressures on their minds. On Wednesday 22nd March, 2023 at 6PM GMT, we discussed some dilemmas young people in school and those starting life face. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just t...

Date of conversation: 15th March 2023 Is there anything you don’t understand about investments, loans, retirement, insurance, funding your life goals, etc? On Wednesday 15th March 2023 at 6PM GMT, we discussed a few questions people have about money. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen...

Date of conversation: 8th March 2023 We celebrated International Women's Day with a discussion on why it is important for women to take control of their finances. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in your browser to listen. If you prefer to listen later, check...

Date of conversation: 1st March 2023 Did you hear about how almost $13 million went missing from Usain Bolt's account? We discussed how some celebrities got scammed and learn lessons for the average person. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in your browser to...

Date of conversation: 22nd February 2023 A recent Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) policy has led to a shortage of cash in Nigeria. We discussed the policy and how it is affecting Nigerians. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in your browser to listen. If you prefer t...

The Black tax refers to the financial burden borne by Black people who have achieved a level of success and who provide support to less financially secure family members. Everyone is affected in these hard times. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in your browser t...

Date of conversation: 8th February 2023 We discussed the role of money in relationships, who should be pay the bill for Valentine Day and some date and gift ideas on a budget. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in your browser to listen. If you prefer to listen lat...

Date of conversation: 1st February 2023 We discussed how the debt exchange problem is affecting people. People are unable to withdraw from their investments to pay for medical bills, take care of themselves during retirement and many other necessities. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to list...

Date of conversation: 12th October 2022 We discuss: What surprised you most about becoming an adult? What did you already expect, but the reality hit you harder? How do we manage our responsibilities as adults? How do we overcome challenges and avoid unnecessary problems? Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter ac...

Date of conversation: 25th January 2023 We discussed what’s going on with Cocoa Bills and other quasi-government bonds that have come up in the news lately. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh. You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in your browser to listen. If you prefer to listen later, check out our po...

Date of conversation: 14th September 2022 We discuss strategies to create wealth that can be sustained for many generations after us. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in your browser to listen. If you prefer to listen later, check out our podcast and youtube: You...

Date of conversation: 18th January 2023 Are you wondering whether to exchange your Ghanaian domestic bond? Even if you don't have bonds, the results of this programme will affect you. We recently discussed possible implications of either option. The situation keeps changing so keep up to date with reliable news sources. Don't take this as investment advice; seek advice from an investment professio...

Date of conversation: 5th October, 2022 How can we stay mentally healthy during financial hardship? Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in your browser to listen. If you prefer to listen later, check out our podcast and youtube: Youtube: https://youtube.com/@moneyco...

Date of conversation: 11th January, 2023 We discussed tips to help you make it to the end of what feels like the longest month of the year. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays at 6pm GMT  twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in your browser to listen. If you prefer to listen later, check out our podcast and y...

Date of conversation: 28th December, 2022 This was our last conversation for the year 2022. It was a difficult year, but we can each find something we are grateful for. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Just type the link in your browser to listen. If you prefer to listen later, chec...

Date of conversation: 4th January, 2023 In our first discussion for the year 2023, we discuss the need to set goals and what prevents people from following through with their goals. We also share 2 goals each that we must achieve one by year end. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh . You don’t need a twitter account or app to listen. Ju...

Date of conversation: 21st December, 2022 After falling from about 8 GHS/USD in January 2022 to 15 GHS/USD by November 2022, the cedi shockingly recovered to about 9.50 GHS/USD in mid-December 2022. We talked to economist, Courage Boti, about whether the new FX rate was sustainable. Join our live conversations on Twitter spaces on Wednesdays ​at 6pm GMT twitter.com/moneyconvosgh. You don’t need a...