Fidelity Bank promotes financial literacy at African Games


Fidelity Bank Ghana has held a financial literacy programme for hundreds of Ghanaian and other African youth at the just-ended 13th Africa Games.

The two-day workshop, covered a number of areas of investment, including stocks, mutual funds, pension funds, fixed deposits, and government securities (T-bills).

The masterclass was delivered on the theme: ‘Smart Savings and Investments’, under the Bank’s sponsored Youth Pavilion initiative.

It was aimed at providing participants with practical savings and investment techniques and help to secure their future through prudent financial decisions.

Speaking at the workshop, Mr Thomas Ishmael Adjei, Acting Director of Retail Segments, Fidelity Bank, encouraged the youth to continue to acquire knowledge and tools needed to achieve financial independence.

He said it was important for the youth to build safety nets through consistent savings and investment habits, by setting specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals in their financial p
lans.

‘Uncertainties are inevitable, but with strategic financial planning, individuals can build a safety net to safeguard their future.

Through prudent saving and smart investments, individuals can achieve their financial goals and attain the financial independence they desire,’ Mr Adjei said.

He also urged the youth to track their progress by leveraging digital platforms and mobile applications to monitor savings and investments effectively.

Doing so, he said, would give them a sense of accomplishment and motivate them keep to their goals.

Mr Adjei also encouraged the youth to understand the various risk profiles in any investment they signed up to, and seek professional financial advice before making investment decisions.

‘Make sure you have enough information before you take that bold step to invest your money. Research could be a simple desktop research. It could be going into a bank, or any of these other investment companies and ask questions,’ he advised.

‘Take a note, write out those response
s, and then take a pause and have time to think about your decision before you go into investing. If you haven’t saved before, or your risk appetite is also less, start small and build up a plan around how to invest.’

Mr Adjei pledged Fidelity Bank’s commitment to joint prosperity, emphasising the Bank’s dedication to making its customers thrive through strategic financial planning and prudent decision-making.

He stated that the Bank sponsoring the Youth Pavilion demonstrated its commitment to empowering young people with the financial literacy tools necessary to navigate the world of finance with confidence.

That, he said, was aligned with Fidelity Bank’s broader mission of promoting financial inclusion and driving sustainable economic growth in Ghana.

Source: Ghana News Agency

Prudential Bank Holds Maiden Women Empowerment Seminar


Prudential Bank Ltd (PBL), a leading indigenous Ghanaian Bank, has held its maiden Women Empowerment seminar under the theme ‘Empowering Women for Sustainable Business Growth.’

The event, held in Accra, was targeted at the female employees of the Bank in line with Principle 4 of the Ghana Sustainable Banking Principles (GSBPS) of the Bank of Ghana, which highlights the need for banks to promote gender equality within their operations and those of their clients.

Subsequent seminars will focus on the Bank’s customers and the general public.

The seminar served as a platform to showcase the Bank’s commitment towards Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, as well as broadening employee perspectives, building strong teams and providing the balanced workforce needed to achieve the Bank’s objectives.

It also featured seasoned professionals who shared their experiences to shine light on women empowerment and its benefits to society and organisations.

The panelists included the Commissioner of Police (COP), Maa
me Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah, Executive Director of the Economic and Organised Crime Office, Professor (Mrs.) Rosemond Boohene, Pro-Vice Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, Dr. (Mrs.) Irene Stella Agyenim-Boateng, Vice Chairperson of the Public Services Commission, and Dr. James S. Dzisah, Senior Lecturer, Department of Sociology, University of Ghana.

Opening the seminar, the Managing Director of Prudential Bank, Mr. Bernard Gyebi, stated that Prudential Bank had embraced sustainability, which was evident by the Board’s approval of the Bank’s sustainability policy and strategy.

He further stated the essence of Gender Equality through Diversity and Inclusion for sustainable business growth before acknowledging the fact that women bring enormous contributions to the table and thus must be empowered to accelerate progress.

Mr. Gyebi indicated further that ‘there was no better time than now for PBL to take the bold step to show the world the Bank’s commitment towards women empowerment and to create a last
ing positive change for a better tomorrow.’.

COP Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah, stated during the panel discussion that women needed to take steps to empower themselves, be assertive, improve their self-worth, stand out and take advantage of opportunities.

She further indicated that women needed to build strong support systems to enable them achieve their set goals.

While sharing her thoughts on the theme for the day, Dr. Irene Stella Agyenim-Boateng, alluded to the fact that the onus is on women to be empowered and take control of their destiny.

She also stated that women needed to remove stereotypes and self-imposed standards which hold them back.

She highlighted the need for women to upgrade themselves by pursuing relevant courses and professional certificates in order to improve their careers.

Professor Mrs. Rosemond Boohene and Dr. James Dzisah, both spoke extensively about the need for institutional changes to support empowerment of women.

They mentioned that institutions should work to shift the
narrative to get more women into fields that had historically been dominated by males.

To this end, the speakers urged women to aspire for leadership positions and not shy away from them when the opportunity arose.

However, this will only happen if women are well prepared for such opportunities.

Prudential Bank intends to leverage this maiden seminar and other similar ones to be rolled out in the near future to drive home its commitment to push for empowerment, equality, diversity, inclusion and also to develop and deliver defined products for the women’s market.

Source: Ghana News Agency

Newmont Ahafo Foundation disburses over GHC4 million to support businessmen and women


Men and women engaged in small scale businesses within the Newmont Ahafo South Mine in the Asutifi North District of the Ahafo region have received micro-credit support worth GHC4,577,060.00 to expand their economic businesses.

The New Ahafo Development Foundation (NADeF) disbursed the amount, benefiting more than 2,157 businesses and entrepreneurs, including People with Disabilities (PwDs).

Additionally, the foundation has disbursed GHC1,124,560.00 to businesses in the Mine’s Ahafo North project in the Tano North Municipality of the region.

Established in 2008, as a mechanism to manage Newmont’s sustainable community development commitment to its 10 host communities, the foundation had since 2011, also spent close to GHC2 million to provide employable skills training to young people in the area.

The communities comprise Kenyasi Number One, Kenyasi Number Two, Ntotroso, Gyedu and Wamahinso in the Asutifi North District as well as Susuanso, Yamfo, Techire, Afrisipakrom and Adrobaa in the Tano North Municip
ality of the Ahafo Region.

Currently, the NADeF is spending an additional GHC15 million on construction of 13 physical infrastructure projects, spread across the five communities in Tano North, says Professor Yaw Ofosu-Kusi, the Board Chair of the NADeF.

Speaking in an interview with the media at the sidelines of an inspection visit by the Board to the project beneficiary communities at Techire, Prof Ofosu-Kusi said the foundation had since 2009 provided scholarships to 12,858 youth in the 10 host communities at the tertiary, apprenticeship, and Senior High School levels to the tune of GHC29,639,818.20.

The board members were in the communities to acquaint themselves with the conditions of the projects including a multi-purpose block at the Yamfo College of Health, and on-going construction of a 12-seater toilet facility and the fencing of the Yamfo Royal Cemetery.

At Susuanso, the board inspected progress of work on the construction of a culvert project, 16-seater water closet toilet for Kwattwuma Number
One, renovated Tiesua toilet, as well as on-going work on the renovation of the Susuanso market.

They also interacted with some clients who had benefited from the foundation’s micro-credit scheme and were impressed with the progress of work on the extension of electricity at Afrisipakrom and construction work on the six-unit classroom block and supply of furniture for the local Roman Catholic Primary School.

The board also inspected progress of work on the construction of a standard palace complex for the chiefs and people of Adrobaa, three-storey classroom block for the Techire SHS, and a bulk water supply facility at the school.

Prof. Ofosu-Kusi advised beneficiaries of the micro-credit scheme to endeavour to pay back so that more businesses would also benefit and urged contractors working on those projects to speed up and complete them for use.

Mrs Elizabeth Opoku-Darko, the Executive Secretary of NADeF, later told the Ghana News Agency (GNA) that all the projects being executed by the foundation were
based on the need assessment of the local communities.

The Sustainable Development Committees (SDCs) set up in the mining communities recommended and the NADeF Board approved for the execution of the projects, she stated.

Source: Ghana News Agency

Asante Gold Corporation offers 53 needy tertiary students scholarship


The Chirano Gold Mines Ltd, Asante Gold Company, has offered scholarships to 53 needy tertiary students drawn from the company’s 20 catchment communities.

This is the third offer the company in collaboration with the Chirano Sefwiman Foundation and the Chirano General Manager’s scholarship was giving tertiary students from the company’s catchment areas.

Mr Stephen Asante Yamoah, the General Manager of the corporation, presenting the scholarship awards to the beneficiary students, said the scholarship was a giant step towards a brighter future for deserving needy but brilliant students from the company’s catchment communities.

‘Since 2020, Chirano Gold Mines Limited has been committed to supporting the educational aspirations of talented and deserving individuals from 20 catchment communities, through the Chirano Sefwiman Foundation and the Chirano General Manager’s scholarships, we have already provided higher education opportunities to 54 needy brilliant students at the tertiary level,’ he said.

Accordin
g to the General manager, the company had spent about GHC 800,000 on the beneficiaries so far and that the scholarships reaffirmed the commitment of Gold Mines Limited to education and community development.

Mr Asante Yamoah was particularly excited in the company’s partnership with Prof Stephen Adei, in rolling out a literacy programme for basic school pupils in the company’s catchment communities.

The General manager lauded the Board Members and the Executive Chairman of the Chirano Sefwiman Foundation for their stewardship, dedication and energy in making the scholarship and other community development programme under the Chirano Sefwiman Foundation possible.

He asked the beneficiary students to ’embrace the opportunity with gratitude, use it with determination, and let it be the guiding light that leads them towards their dreams.’

‘Let your journey be guided by passion, curiosity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Remember, you are not just recipients of a scholarship, you are ambassadors of hop
e, inspiration and change in your communities,’ he emphasized.

Miss Eunice Addae Donkor, a level 200 Petroleum Engineering student at the University of Mines and Technology (UMAT), on behalf of the awardees, thanked the company for the support, stressing that it would help make an impact in their academic journey.

She on behalf of her colleagues promised to take their studies seriously so as to make a name for themselves and justify the investments made in them.

Mr Emmanuel Frimpong, Deputy Director in charge of Finance and Administration, Bibiani Anwhiaso Bekwai, Education Directorate on behalf of the Education Director, expressed gratitude to the company for their continuous support in improving education in the area.

He advised the beneficiary students to be examples of change and justify the investments in them to be useful to themselves and society at large.

Source: Ghana News Agency

Promotional sales beef up in Yaounde amid price increase


By Eratus Ndueh

The Minister of Commerce, Luc Magloire Mbarga Atangana, has called on the general public to take full advantage of the promotional sales operations that his ministry will organize throughout the national territory to encourage mass consumption and reduce the burden of continuous inflation in the coming days.

According to a release made public by the Ministry on March 18, the Minister said the promotional sales operations for essential products would be held on three sites in Yaoundé, namely 20 May Boulevard, Carrefour Meec, and the Esplanade of the former Divisional Officer of Kondengui.

‘During the Ramadan and Easter holidays, until April 16, 2024, beef will be sold on these sites at exceptional promotional prices of 2,500 francs/kg for boneless meat, and 2,000 francs/kg for beef with bone,’ indicated Minister Mbarga.

He emphasized that these sales follow a similar trend with previous editions, where consumers could purchase goods directly from producers, importers, or manufacturers at re
duced prices while undermining intermediaries.

Also, these fairs initiated during the Ramadan and Easter holiday periods are part of the government’s measure to ensure that its citizens buy foodstuffs at cheaper prices during crucial moments like this, as the Minister says ‘It is on High Instructions of the hierarchy, in a context of continuous increase in the prices of food products at internationally and the persistence of inflationary tensions.’

The initiative comes as prices of foodstuffs keep rising in the country amid general inflation.

Source: Cameroon News Agency

Promotional sales beef up in Yaounde amid price increaseUse genuine motor oils to stop unwarranted particle build-ups

By Eratus Ndueh

The Minister of Commerce, Luc Magloire Mbarga Atangana, has called on the general public to take full advantage of the promotional sales operations that his ministry will organize throughout the national territory to encourage mass consumption and reduce the burden of continuous inflation in the coming days.

According to a release made public by the Ministry on March 18, the Minister said the promotional sales operations for essential products would be held on three sites in Yaoundé, namely 20 May Boulevard, Carrefour Meec, and the Esplanade of the former Divisional Officer of Kondengui.

‘During the Ramadan and Easter holidays, until April 16, 2024, beef will be sold on these sites at exceptional promotional prices of 2,500 francs/kg for boneless meat, and 2,000 francs/kg for beef with bone,’ indicated Minister Mbarga.

He emphasized that these sales follow a similar trend with previous editions, where consumers could purchase goods directly from producers, importers, or manufacturers at re
duced prices while undermining intermediaries.

Also, these fairs initiated during the Ramadan and Easter holiday periods are part of the government’s measure to ensure that its citizens buy foodstuffs at cheaper prices during crucial moments like this, as the Minister says ‘It is on High Instructions of the hierarchy, in a context of continuous increase in the prices of food products at internationally and the persistence of inflationary tensions.’

The initiative comes as prices of foodstuffs keep rising in the country amid general inflation.

Source: Cameroon News Agency

Mr Kohji Yanaka, Managing Director, Toyota Ghana Company Limited (TGCL), has urged car owners, especially users of Toyota cars, to desist from using unsuitable motor oil during servicing.

He said using motor oil unsuitable for Toyota vehicles created unwanted particle buildup in engines, causing engine oils to deteriorate faster and reducing the engine’s overall life.

The Managing Director said this during an engagement with stakeholders and the activation of its Genuine Motor Oil on the theme: ‘Nothing makes your Toyota happier than Toyota Genuine Motor Oil.’

Mr Yanaka said the engagement was to exchange ideas with stakeholders and learn better ways to improve their businesses for mutual benefits.

He said the lifeline of an automobile was clean lubrication, and that the longevity of one’s car’s engine was greatly assured when using a genuine engine oil recommended by the manufacturer.

The Managing Director said Toyota wanted its customers to keep their vehicles functioning optimally, so its Motor Oil wa
s specifically developed.

‘Since the introduction of the Genuine Motor Oil into the Ghanaian market, we have seen tremendous growth in its usage. However, we believe there are still more Toyota users who do not know about it,’ he said.

Mr Charles Aglago, Marketing Manager, TGCL, said this year the company aimed to expand its market to external channels through collaborative partnerships.

He said they would also expand the retail channel base through onboarding, run promotional campaigns to increase awareness and develop channel incentive programmes for retailers and distributors.

The Marketing Manager said the partnership with identifiable retailers within the market gave them the leverage to expand and reach the unreachable, stating that, ‘when you partner with Toyota Ghana, you become part of our big family of winners.’

Source: Ghana News Agency

KIC signs on six more higher institutions on its entrepreneurship and agribusiness


?The Kosmos Innovation Centre (KIC), a non-profit organisation with a focus on powering innovation, transforming communities and impacting lives, today signed on six more tertiary institutions to promote youth entrepreneurship and agribusiness.

They are?Kwadaso, Ejura,?Ohawu?and Damongo Agriculture Colleges,?C. K. Tedam University of Technology and Applied Sciences (CKT-UTAS), Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED).

The six join the existing 10 tertiary institutions, totalling 16, that have agreed to implement the KIC AgriTech Challenge Programme to train students and informal young farmers in agri-entrepreneurship and innovation.

Mr Benjamin Gyan-Kesse, the Executive Director of KIC, signed for his outfit while the Pro-Vice Chancellors and Principals initiated for their respective institutions in Accra.

The initiative forms part of the scaling up of KIC’s programmes under its multi-year partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, to create dignified
and fulfilling employment opportunities for young people.

Mr Gyan-Kesse emphasized KIC’s commitment to youth development, working in collaboration with its partners to provide practical business training for young agripreneurs along the entire agricultural value chain.?

‘It is our focus to empower young men and women to drive innovation in agriculture towards the attainment of Sustainable Development Goals.’ Mr Gyan-Kesse said.

He said some of the programmes that will be run within the two-year agreement include the AgriTech Challenge Classic, AgriTech Challenge Pro, and Young AgriPreneur Forum.?

Through the AgriTech Challenge Classic and Pro programmes, students receive mentorship, training, and networking opportunities to start and grow their businesses.?

Mr Gyan-Kesse stated that students who went through to the business incubation stage, received funding support from KIC together with its partners to?enable them to scale up their businesses and become investor-ready.

This year, he noted that KIC had
also introduced the Young Farmer Business Academy (YFBA) to nurture and support the next generation of commercial farmers, beginning with the six new universities and colleges.?

This model will focus on training young people in primary agricultural production, providing them with resources and financial support.?

The beneficiaries, the Executive Director of KIC said, would also receive capacity building on the adoption of good agricultural practices, as well as farm business management.

Mr Bright Akoto, the Principal of Ejura Agric College, said it would enhance and expand the institution’s mandate to train and equip middle-level manpower with the requisite skills and knowledge in modern agricultural practices and agribusiness skills to provide technical and advisory services to farmers.??

He said the skills and knowledge acquired would assist them to set up their own private agribusiness enterprises.

‘Under the partnership, we will train 50,000 youth to gain employable skills and we will ensure that it
will be delivered,’ he said.

Professor Samson Abah Abagale, the Acting Vice Chancellor of?CKT-UTAS,?said the ideals of KIC were in sync with the university’s goal of using science and technology to provide solutions including post-harvest losses in tomatoes.

The project, he said, would be extended to the youth interested in agriculture to address the old-age challenge of internal migration to the south for menial jobs.

‘The youth have energy and will but they lack the resources. Now we have a considerable amount and KIC will build technical competencies to start engaging them to stay and be productive,’ he said.???

The other 10 partnering universities already on the programme include the University of Ghana, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Cape Coast, Bolgatanga Technical University, and Takoradi Technical University.

The rest are Ho Technical University, Koforidua Technical University, University of Development Studies, SD Dombo University of Business and ?Integrated D
evelopment Studies, and University of Energy and Natural Resource.

Source: Ghana News Agency

Zenith Bank expands presence with new branch in Techiman


Zenith Bank, one of Ghana’s leading financial institutions, has opened its newest branch in Techiman, in the Bono East Region of Ghana.

Strategically located in the heart of Techiman, this expansion underscores Zenith Bank Ghana’s commitment to serving communities across Ghana and fostering economic growth in the region.

With the opening of the Techiman branch, the Bank now operates 43 business locations throughout Ghana, demonstrating its continued investment in the country’s economic prosperity.

This new location will not only serve as a hub for banking services but also as a catalyst for empowering local businesses and driving entrepreneurship.

Mr. Henry Onwuzurigbo, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank Ghana, in an address during a ceremony to formally open the Techiman branch for active business, expressed excitement and touted the community’s importance to the Bank.

‘Techiman is a highly central business hub in Ghana, with immense potential for growth and development. We are thr
illed to be part of this vibrant community and provide first-class banking services to individuals and businesses in Techiman and its surrounding areas,’ he said.

He said that Zenith Bank Ghana prioritizes customer satisfaction and strives to tailor our products and services to meet the diverse needs of their clients.

‘From specialized accounts for women-owned and women-led businesses to innovative solutions for Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), we are committed to supporting the growth and success of our customers,’ he added.

Mr Onwuzurigbo said as part of its efforts to support MSMEs in Ghana, Zenith Bank had partnered with the African Guarantee Fund (AGF) to provide accessible credit solutions to entrepreneurs.

Through this collaboration, Zenith Bank Ghana and AGF aim to alleviate the challenges of securing collateral, particularly for women-owned and women-led businesses as well sustainable businesses, where 70 per cent of the collateral is absorbed by AGF and the women-owned an
d women-led businesses pay 30 per cent of the collateral, thereby fueling economic growth and fostering a conducive business environment.

‘We believe in the power of collaboration and are dedicated to empowering MSMEs to thrive,’ Mr. Onwuzurigbo said.

He said by offering tailored financial solutions and ongoing support, the Bank aimed to enable businesses in Techiman and beyond to reach their full potential.

In addition to its comprehensive product and service offerings, Zenith Bank Ghana prides itself on leveraging technology to enhance banking accessibility and convenience for all customers.

With State-of-the-Art applications and digital platforms such as the Bank’s USSD *966#, ZMobile Ghana App, and Internet Banking platforms for corporate entities and individuals, Zenith Bank Ghana ensures a seamless banking experience for individuals and businesses alike.

The opening of the Techiman branch marks a significant milestone for Zenith Bank Ghana as it continues to expand its footprint and make a positive
impact on communities across Ghana.

Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Appiah Danquah encouraged staff to make physical and cyber security a priority in their service provision.

He said this would ensure the safety of customers’ funds and project the Bank positively to prospective clients.

The event was graced by members of the clergy, police service, well-established business owners in Techiman as well as representatives from the Techiman Traditional Council.

Source: Ghana News Agency

Fidelity Bank drives positive change in Sustainability Collaboration, Entrepreneurial Empowerment


Fidelity Bank, Ghana’s largest privately-owned bank, has held its inaugural Stakeholder Workshop as well as the Orange Summit, to address critical needs in sustainability and young entrepreneur development.

These events are in line with the bank’s commitment to a brighter future for Ghana through impactful initiatives on two key fronts-fostering sustainable development and empowering young entrepreneurs.

Held at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, the maiden Stakeholder Workshop assembled a diverse array of participants, including development partners, NGOs, embassies and civil society organisations.

The gathering aimed to foster collaboration among stakeholders, providing a platform to explore joint initiatives that advance shared sustainability objectives.

‘The workshop sought to align efforts towards realizing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), tackling global challenges, and establishing enduring partnerships with lasting impact,’ the bank said in a news brief.

The workshop featured presentations
showcasing Fidelity Bank’s sustainability initiatives across various sectors such as health, economic empowerment, sanitation (WASH), education, food security, and the environment, with a focus on Sustainable Finance, Sustainable Operations, SME development, inclusive banking, financial literacy, access to education, economic empowerment, climate change mitigation and philanthropic activities.

In his opening remarks, Atta Yeboah Gyan, the Deputy Managing Director of Fidelity Bank, highlighted the importance of unity and collaboration in driving sustainable development, adding that, there should be collective efforts to address environmental challenges and foster a legacy of positive impact.

There were breakout sessions that facilitated in-depth discussions on specific themes, allowing stakeholders to identify areas for potential collaboration.

The session also laid the groundwork for future partnerships, built on trust, transparency, and a shared commitment to sustainability.

The workshop attracted esteem
ed organisations like Impact Investing Ghana, UN Global Compact, GIZ, Star Ghana, the Embassy of Switzerland, the National Commission for Civic Education, the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, and World Vision, among others, demonstrating the breadth of commitment to achieving a sustainable future.

Fidelity Bank further solidified its commitment to Ghana’s future by hosting its first Orange Summit of 2024 at the Sunlodge Hotel, Accra.

The event, a cornerstone of the Fidelity Young Entrepreneurs Initiative, provided young entrepreneurs with valuable insights and skills that extend far beyond just financial assistance.

The summit provided participants with valuable insights from a distinguished panel of speakers from key regulatory bodies and industry experts.

Highlights of the summit included keynote addresses from Mr. Ebenezer Kofi Essel, Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), Mr. Lawrence Hotsonyame, Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Mr. Divine Kutortse, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), and Mr. Banda
Abdallah, Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA).

‘Mr. Edward Effah, Fidelity Bank’s founder, provided a particularly inspiring keynote address, sharing his entrepreneurial journey and offering valuable lessons to the young audience,’ the bank noted, adding that, ‘the summit also facilitated connections between Young Entrepreneurs and new project partners like GEN, Growth Africa, and Stanford Seed.’

Several participants at the Orange Summit also echoed Fidelity Bank’s commitment to empowering young entrepreneurs, the news brief indicated.

Adolf Kwame Acquah, CEO of Madolf Ventures, praised the bank’s support, stating, ‘Fidelity Bank has been instrumental in my entrepreneurial journey. From the Fidelity Young Entrepreneur Fund to the Orange Summit, their support has been exceptional.’

He particularly highlighted the value of Mr. Effah’s keynote address, calling it ‘even more than an MBA.’

Bright Ofori, CEO of OB Corporate Services and Manufacturing Industry, shared a similar sentiment.

He emphasised the
comprehensive guidance and connections facilitated by the Fidelity Young Entrepreneur Fund, particularly regarding government agencies crucial for growth.

Mr. Ofori also expressed excitement about the AfCFTA opportunities presented at the summit.

Nana Yaa Afriyie Ofori-Koree, Head of Partnerships, Sustainability, and CSR at Fidelity Bank, emphasised the Orange Summit’s significance as a step forward in the bank’s commitment to holistic young entrepreneur development.

‘While financial support is crucial, we believe in empowering our Fidelity Young Entrepreneurs Fund beneficiaries with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive. Through comprehensive training and capacity-building initiatives, we equip them to navigate the complexities of the entrepreneurial landscape, ensuring their long-term success and fostering responsible business practices,’ she said.

Fidelity Bank’s commitment to both Sustainability and Entrepreneurial empowerment demonstrates a highly invested approach to the socio-economic growth
of Ghana’s future.

The strategic collaborations with key stakeholders and targeted support for young entrepreneurs solidify their position as a driving force for positive change. These initiatives pave the way for a more sustainable and prosperous Ghana.

Source: Ghana News Agency