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Capt. Prince Kofi Amoabeng, Rtd. Appointed to Africa 2100 Board of Advisors
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Africa 2100 NFP is has announced the appointment of Capt. Prince Kofi Amoabeng, Rtd. Affectionately called(PK) to its Board of Advisors.
He brings extensive experience across multiple industries and a proven track record of driving growth and innovation—qualities that align perfectly with Africa 2100’s mission and strategic objectives.
In his role on the board,Mr.Amoabeng will leverage his expertise in corporate governance, strategic planning, and operational efficiency to help guide the organization toward sustained success.
He joins an esteemed group of professionals committed to advancing Africa 2100’s mission: improving lives in underserved communities by empowering aspiring entrepreneurs with the education and support they need to succeed.
Amoabeng is a former military officer with the Ghanaian Armed Forces and is widely recognized for his impact on the lending industry in Ghana.
He founded Unique Trust Financial Services with just three employees, transforming it into the successful holding company UT Holdings, with multiple subsidiaries.
In addition to his entrepreneurial achievements, he is the author of several books on leadership and management and is the founder of the PK Amoabeng Leadership Foundation.
His contributions have earned him numerous accolades, including the Lifetime Achievement Award for Innovation in Africa and Overall Best Entrepreneur at the Ghana Entrepreneurs Award.
They added,“We are thrilled and honored to welcome PK to our board,” said Chudi Obiaya, Founder of Africa 2100. “His insight and experience will be invaluable as we continue to expand efforts to empower young people through entrepreneurship and deepen our impact in the community. We look forward to his contributions.”
In a related development the African 2100 Cohort two has been launched
The participants will be groomed to pitch their business to potential investors and with the training it is expected that would be able to demonstrate their readiness for investment.
During the 12 weeks of grooming, they would go through the tenets of understanding their customers, business ideation, pricing, viability of business and personal development among others.
At the end, the would have the opportunity on the demonstration day to pitch their business to stakeholders and potential investors.
In a related development the next Africa 2100 Foundation Readiness Program Cohort has been launched
Participants will be equipped with essential business fundamentals, which they will actively apply to their ventures throughout the program. By the end of the program, they will be prepared to demonstrate their readiness to secure the resources needed to achieve their next business milestones.
The curriculum will comprehensively cover critical topics such as business ideation, customer understanding, pricing strategies, and business viability, among others, ensuring a well-rounded entrepreneurial foundation.
The program will culminate in a Showcase event, providing participants the opportunity to pitch their business ideas to a distinguished audience of stakeholders and potential investors, highlighting their growth, innovation, and readiness for investment.”
Construction of a major underground stormwater drain along the Dr. Busia Highway within the Kaneshie enclave will commence on September 7, 2026.
The Project Coordinator for the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project, Dr. Kwadwo Ohene Sarfo, announced this at a special media briefing on Wednesday.
According to him, the works will involve the construction of a double-cell underground rectangular drain measuring approximately 10 metres wide and 1.95 kilometres long, stretching from Pamprom Junction to First Light Junction.
The new drain will replace the existing two 1.2-metre diameter pipes, which are inadequate to carry the volume of stormwater in the area.
Dr. Sarfo said the drain will connect at one end to the recently completed section within the Accra Academy campus and at the other end to the existing drain at Pamprom Junction.
He said the construction is expected to run from September 2026 to October 2027.
The project forms part of government’s broader flood prevention and mitigation programme aimed at addressing perennial flooding in Accra.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The former Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has withdrawn from the party’s National Chairmanship race.
In a statement issued yesterday, Chairman Wontumi who is currently serving a 20-year jail term said his decision was driven by his love for the party and his unwillingness to let his personal circumstances distract the NPP from its rebuilding efforts.
“There are moments in the life of a man when the heart wants to continue, but duty demands sacrifice. Moments when one must quietly set aside personal ambition, not because the dream has died, but because the family he loves must not be made to carry his burden. Today, I find myself at such a painful moment,” he wrote.
He disclosed that after many nights of prayer, sober reflection and consultations with his family, legal team, party elders, campaign team and trusted supporters, he concluded that his present situation must not become an additional burden on the NPP.
“This is not the decision my heart desired, but sometimes, true love requires us to release what we deeply want in order to protect what we love even more,” he added.
Recounting his years of service, Chairman Wontumi said he had served the party with everything within him, walking through heat and rain, travelling to remote communities and standing with the grassroots in both victory and defeat.
“For many years, I have served the NPP with everything within me… The NPP is not merely a political party to me. It is my family. It is my home. It is a cause to which I have dedicated a significant part of my life,” he stated.
He explained that the party, already carrying the pain of electoral defeat and the huge responsibility of preparing for the future, should not be made to carry his personal weight.
“That is why I cannot allow my present situation or personal ambition to distract the party from the difficult work of rebuilding. I cannot ask the party to carry my weight when it is already carrying the pain of defeat and the enormous responsibility of preparing for the battle ahead. I would rather carry this pain quietly than allow the party I love to suffer because of me,” he said.
He further sympathized with his supporters across the 16 regions, acknowledging that the decision would be painful for many who had sacrificed for his campaign.
“To my teeming supporters across all sixteen regions, I know this message will hurt. I know many of you will read it with tears in your eyes because I understand the sacrifices you have made for this journey,” he said.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
