Dama Academic Scholarly Journal of Researchers

Project Risk Management Strategies and Project Performance of the Telecommunication Industry, Ghana

2025-05-15T09:12:30+00:00

The study examines the effect of project risk management strategies on project performance in Ghana's telecommunication industry. Specifically, the study examined the effect of risk assessment on project performance among the telecommunication firms, analysed the effect of risk control on project performance among the telecommunication firms, and assessed the effect of contingency planning on project performance among the telecommunication firms. The resource-based view underpinned the study. The study was purely quantitative, and the design was explanatory. Data was collected from 113 functional managers from the Ghana telecommunication industry. The analysis was done using multiple regression on SPSS version 25. The study found that risk assessment had a significant positive effect on project performance. The study found that risk control significantly and positively contributes to project performance. The study found that contingency planning significantly and positively contributes to project performance. Therefore, it was recommended that functional managers in the telecommunications sector should prioritise developing and implementing risk control measures and contingency plans.

Entrepreneurship as a Catalyst for Innovation and Economic Growth in Ghana

2025-05-15T09:17:50+00:00

This project explores the role of entrepreneurship as a key driver of innovation and economic growth in Ghana, focusing on how entrepreneurs contribute to job creation, technological advancement, and financial resilience. The study examines the historical context, institutional frameworks, government policies, innovation trends, and socio-economic impact of entrepreneurship in Ghana. It also investigates entrepreneurs' challenges and provides data-driven insights and recommendations for policy and practice. A mixed-method approach was adopted, combining literature review, theoretical analysis, and survey data from 25 entrepreneurs across various sectors, including technology, retail, agriculture, services, and manufacturing. The survey captured demographic details, motivational factors, challenges encountered, perceptions of government support, innovation levels, and future outlooks.

Key findings reveal that: Young people (ages 21–30) are highly active in entrepreneurship, driven by income, independence, and innovation motives. There is near gender parity in participation, though women face more significant barriers, particularly in access to finance and institutional support. Many entrepreneurs report difficulties accessing finance, citing high interest rates, lack of collateral, and limited credit facilities. Though some benefit from training and tax incentives, government support is perceived as inconsistent and insufficient. Innovation is present, especially in tech sectors, but remains uneven across regions and industries. Despite systemic challenges, the entrepreneurial community in Ghana is mainly optimistic about the future.

The study concludes that entrepreneurship has immense potential to transform Ghana’s economy but requires deliberate and inclusive policy interventions. General and policy-specific recommendations include expanding access to affordable finance, streamlining regulatory frameworks, promoting inclusive entrepreneurship (especially for women and youth), and investing in innovation infrastructure. In sum, the project underscores the importance of entrepreneurship in shaping Ghana’s development trajectory and calls for sustained public-private collaboration to create an enabling environment where entrepreneurs can thrive and meaningfully contribute to national growth.

International Public Sector Accounting Standards Adoption on the Quality of Financial Reporting

2025-05-15T09:23:12+00:00

Purpose: As governments worldwide strive for greater transparency, accountability, and efficient use of public resources, adopting IPSAS has emerged as a pivotal step in achieving these objectives. Despite ongoing efforts to facilitate IPSAS adoption in Ghana, limited research exists on how implementing these standards has directly influenced the quality of financial reporting within specific ministries. This study aims to fill this gap by investigating the impact of IPSAS implementation on the quality of financial reporting in selected ministries in Ghana.

Methodology: This study adopts a quantitative research approach, as it is best suited for evaluating the causal relationships between IPSAS adoption and improvements in financial reporting quality. It follows a positivist research philosophy based on the principle that reality is objective and can be observed and measured empirically. Purposive sampling was utilized to select a sample size of 366.

Findings: The study examined the effect of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) on transparency and accountability in financial reporting. The findings indicate a significant and positive relationship between IPSAS adoption and these aspects.

Unique Contribution to theory, practice and policy: This study contributes to the institutional theory by demonstrating how IPSAS serves as a regulatory framework that enhances compliance and governance in financial reporting. Governments and regulatory bodies should mandate the full implementation of IPSAS to ensure financial transparency. IPSAS adoption improves financial decision-making by ensuring accurate and reliable financial data.

Assessing the Impact of Ghana’s Petroleum Management Policies on the Country’s Economic Growth and Development

2025-05-15T09:33:22+00:00

This study critically assesses the impact of Ghana's petroleum management policies on the country's economic growth and development, with a focus on the Petroleum Commission of Ghana. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the research combines quantitative analysis of macroeconomic indicators (e.g., GDP growth, employment, environmental metrics) and qualitative insights from interviews with key stakeholders, including government officials, industry experts, environmental advocates, and local communities. The findings reveal a strong positive correlation between petroleum management policies and economic outcomes, with policies explaining approximately 69.5% of the variance in economic growth and development. However, challenges such as revenue mismanagement, environmental degradation, and inequitable distribution of benefits persist. The study underscores the need for enhanced transparency, stricter environmental regulations, and inclusive policies to maximize the sector's contributions to sustainable development.

Operational Resilience, Digitalisation and Sustainable Performance of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Firms in Nairobi County

2025-05-15T09:38:35+00:00

Purpose: Since 2019, trade tensions between the US and China and Brexit-related trade uncertainty have decreased global industrial production. The COVID-19 pandemic, the Suez Canal blockage in 2021, and the conflict between Russia and Ukraine in 2022 intensified supply chain disruptions. It raised concerns about essential business services on a global scale. Supply disruptions faced by organisations and supply chains can be both external, such as natural disasters (e.g., earthquakes), and artificial disasters (e.g., terrorism), as well as internal, originating from within the boundaries of the supply chain. This study aimed to examine the mediating role of operational resilience in the relationship between digitalisation and sustainable performance of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG)- food and beverage firms in Nairobi County.

Methodology: An explanatory research design was adopted, and purposive and convenient sampling methods were used to select 288 participants. The study followed a positivist research philosophy and employed a quantitative approach to analyse the interaction between the study variables. The study population consisted of FMCG manufacturing firms operating in Nairobi County. Data were collected using questionnaires, and the validity and reliability of the questionnaire were ensured through appropriate testing. The collected data were analysed using descriptive and inferential analysis techniques to gain insights into the research objectives.

Findings: The structural equation modelling (SEM) through Smartpls revealed a positive and statistically significant relationship between digitalisation and sustainable performance in FMCG companies. The study further found that digitalisation positively relates to operational resilience. In addition, operational resilience significantly contributes to sustainable performance. Finally, operational resilience significantly mediates between digitalisation and sustainable performance. Thus, all the hypotheses were supported.

Unique Contribution to theory, practice and policy: These findings suggest that digitalisation and operational resilience play significant roles in improving the sustainable performance of FMCG companies in Nairobi County. The study concluded that organisations with higher levels of digital integration and platform capabilities will likely achieve better sustainable performance outcomes. The research recommended that organisations establish key performance indicators (KPIS) and metrics to monitor the impact of digitalisation efforts on sustainable performance. Regularly tracking and analysing these metrics will provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of digital initiatives and enable data-driven decision-making.

Examining the Effectiveness of Environmental Regulations in Mitigating the Adverse Ecological Impacts of Petroleum Exploration and Production

2025-05-15T09:46:26+00:00

This study examines the effectiveness of environmental regulations in mitigating the adverse ecological impacts of petroleum exploration and production (PEP) in Ghana. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research combines quantitative analysis of environmental performance indicators (e.g., pollution levels, CO₂ emissions) with qualitative insights from interviews with key stakeholders, including government officials, industry experts, environmental advocates, and local communities. Findings reveal that while 63.2% of respondents believe current policies adequately address environmental concerns, significant gaps remain in enforcement and equity, with 44% questioning the Petroleum Commission’s regulatory efficacy. Critical issues include oil spills (35.2%), air pollution (35.2%), and inadequate community compensation (48%). The study underscores the need for stricter enforcement, transparent governance, and inclusive policies to align economic growth with ecological sustainability in Ghana’s petroleum sector.