Dr. Elton Afari crowned Best CEO in Private Health Insurance at Ghana CEO Summit 2025

Dr. Elton Fredrick Afari is the CEO of Equity Health Insurance. He was named CEO of the Year in Private Health Insurance. This honor was awarded at the 9th Ghana CEO Summit on May 26, 2025. The event took place at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra.

The Ghana CEO Summit is an important annual event. It gathers top executives, policymakers, and industry leaders. They discuss strategies for economic transformation and sustainable business practices.

The theme for the 2025 summit was “Leading Ghana’s Economic Reset.” It focused on public-private collaboration and innovative leadership.

Dr. Afari received this recognition for his outstanding leadership at Equity Health Insurance. He has led initiatives to improve access to quality healthcare in Ghana. Under his guidance, the company has grown significantly. They introduced innovative insurance plans for different demographics and invested in technology to enhance services.

In his acceptance speech, Dr. Afari thanked his team and stakeholders. He said, "This honour is a testament to the unwavering dedication of the entire Equity Health Insurance team." He emphasized their commitment to making quality healthcare accessible to everyone.

This award adds to Dr. Afari's achievements. In 2024, Equity Health Insurance was named Best Growing Private Health Insurance Company at the 7th Ghana Insurance Awards.

Dr. Afari holds a Doctor of Business Administration degree from Nobel International Business School in Accra, Ghana. He has also been recognized for his contributions to entrepreneurship and mentorship in healthcare.