Financial institutions meet Chief of Staff ahead of second Kwahu Business Forum

The "Kwahu Business Forum" will take place on Saturday, April 19, 2025. It aims to create dialogue between financial institutions and private sector players. The forum will highlight investment opportunities and discuss policy interventions. It seeks to build a more resilient business landscape in Ghana.

On Thursday, April 3, 2024, Chief of Staff Mr. Julius Debrah held a meeting with key state-owned financial institutions. In his address, he emphasized President Mahama’s commitment to supporting businesses. This commitment was part of the President's campaign promise.

The discussions focused on creating practical financial solutions for Ghanaian businesses. CEOs explored innovative support mechanisms for entrepreneurs. They discussed ways to help businesses grow from retail to industrial projects.

They also considered financial tools to boost Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs). SMEs are crucial for Ghana’s economy and need support to compete globally.

Notable attendees included Sylvester Mensah from Exim Bank and Ato Sarpong from the Agricultural Development Bank. Other participants were Doliwura Zakaria from the National Investment Bank and Francis K. Arthur from the Ghana Export Promotions Authority. Daniel Wilson Addo from Consolidated Bank Ghana and Farihan Alhassan from Ghana Commercial Bank also attended.

Michael Abbey represented the Venture Capital Trust Fund, while Dr. Randolph Nsor-Ambala is CEO of Development Bank Ghana. Mr. Seth Terkper serves as the Presidential Advisor on the Economy.

This year's Kwahu Business Forum is themed “The Future of Business: The Role of the Financial Sector.”