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12th Edition of Tech in Ghana set to kick off in Accra
The 12th Edition of Tech in Ghana, a prominent platform dedicated to building and strengthening Ghana’s tech ecosystem since 2017 is scheduled to take place on Tuesday November 28, 2023 at the Accra Digital Centre in the Greater Accra Region.
The conference is aimed at providing valuable avenues for industry leaders to bond, engage in global knowledge exchanges, meaningful networking with industry peers, and showcase innovation.
In addition, Tech in Ghana would also empower entrepreneurs by highlighting their work on a global stage, giving them access to international markets.
The conference organized twice annually in London and Accra would feature a dynamic mix of multinational corporations, startups, tech companies and government representatives.
It would also have an impressive lineup of speakers, including representatives from the Ministry of Communications and Digitalization, International Trade Centre, Farmerline, British High Commission Accra, US Embassy, Telecel Group, Taptap Send, MTN, GSMA, ECG, Tony Blair Institute, Yellowcard, Blu Penguin, Global Forum on Cyber Expertise, Konzoom, Kola Market, Cointelegraph, Menufinder Africa, Pulse, Google Developers Group, Nubian VR, and many more.
The Founder of Tech Ghana, Akosua Annobil said the conference has always been at the forefront of the industry’s cutting-edge talent and conversations.
She pointed out that tech in Ghana has been a driving force in propelling the country’s tech landscape forward.
“We’re relentlessly committed to providing delegates with an experience of the highest quality, ensuring they receive insights into the latest trends and developments shaping the future of Ghana’s tech landscape” she added.
“As we enter our 12th edition, we are proud to continue empowering Ghanaian tech leaders, educators, ecosystem supporters and entrepreneurs, providing them with a global platform to learn, collaborate, and showcase their work,” she noted.
Investment and funding are expected to take centre stage with insights from leading investors such as Norrsken22, Injaro Investments, Enzo Capital, and Blackstar Group exploring options in the current African market.
Another highlight would be a Kumasi Takeover, showcasing founders from the Ashanti Region who’ve built companies including Dext Technology, Incas Diagnostics, DefCanTalk, and Farmerline.
Students and representatives from the African Science Academy, Bluecrest University College, and the University of Energy and Natural Resources would deliver presentations, demonstrating the vibrant pool of young talent emerging from Ghana’s educational institutions.
Startups will also benefit from breakout masterclasses, while roundtables hosted by the International Trade Centre and the Tony Blair Institute will delve into How to Scale as an Agritech in Africa and Ghana’s Digital Economy Policy.
In addition to the main plenary sessions, delegates should expect immersive VR experiences from Relu Interactives and gaming tournaments led by the eSports Association and Gamers Association Ghana.
About Tech in Ghana
Tech in Ghana is a prominent platform dedicated to building and strengthening Ghana’s tech ecosystem since 2017.
The conference, organized twice annually in London and Accra, provides a valuable avenue for industry leaders to come together, engage in global knowledge exchange, meaningful networking with industry peers, and showcase innovation.
Tech in Ghana empowers the country’s entrepreneurs to highlight their work on a global stage, giving them access to international markets.
Massive celebrations were recorded countrywide as the Black Stars opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 1-0 victory over Panama in Toronto on Wednesday.
Midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi scored the only goal of the match late in the game as he shot in a decent cross from substitute Brandon Asante.
The win gave Ghana a positive start in the competition, placing them in second position behind England, also with three points but with a superior goal aggregate.
After the final whistle, the streets and other viewing centres were turned into partying grounds as fans, mostly clad in the team’s paraphernalia, danced to several World Cup-themed music.
Others blew the vuvuzelas in joyous mood with others putting up a spirited ‘jama’ session.
Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for the Adentan Constituency, Akosua Manu, has urged party members to move away from what she describes as an “entitlement mentality” and focus on unity, sacrifice and hard work as the party prepares for the 2028 general election.
In a statement titled “Is Loyalty a Queue?”, and posted on facebook, Ms. Manu argued that loyalty to the NPP should not be judged by how long a person has been in the party but by their contributions and commitment to its growth.
According to her, the NPP’s history shows that many of its leaders faced significant opposition from within the party before eventually leading it to electoral success.
She cited former President John Agyekum Kufuor as an example, saying he had to overcome resistance from influential figures within the party before winning power for the NPP in 2000.
Ms. Manu noted that after the party lost power in 2008, former President Kufuor faced criticism and accusations from some party members.
However, she said supporters eventually put their differences aside and worked together to rebuild the party.
She pointed to the experience of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, who, according to her, faced opposition from some factions within the NPP despite his long service to the party.
“His trials were ten times what Kufuor endured,” she stated, adding that Akufo-Addo eventually overcame the challenges and became President of Ghana.
Turning to the NPP’s current flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Ms. Manu said he also faced resistance from different groups within the party while seeking leadership.
She praised Dr. Bawumia for contributing to policy-based political discussions in Ghana and for remaining composed following the NPP’s defeat in the 2024 elections.
According to her, party members must now rally behind him in the same way they supported former Presidents Kufuor and Akufo-Addo.
Ms. Manu, however, warned that internal divisions and a sense of entitlement remain major threats to the party’s future.
She argued that some party members place too much emphasis on how long individuals have belonged to the NPP rather than on their contributions and capabilities.
“This entitlement does not question impact. It does not ask what you sacrificed or what you built. It asks only how long have you been here,” she said.
The former parliamentary candidate cautioned that such attitudes could discourage committed members and prevent the party from selecting the best people for leadership positions.
She further called on the party’s incoming national executives to strengthen the NPP’s core values of sacrifice, honesty, integrity and dedication to national development.
Ms. Manu addressed the concerns of young party supporters, many of whom she said became discouraged following the NPP’s electoral defeat in 2024.
According to her, many young people remain eager to see the party return to power but are unwilling to support internal conflicts driven by personal ambitions.
She urged party elders to place the interests of the NPP above their individual goals and to demonstrate leadership that attracts rather than alienates members.
“The NPP is bigger than any one of us. It always has been. Our collective responsibility is to act like it,” she stated.
By: Jacob Aggrey
