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Meet the Ghanaian contenders at ‘Africa Forty Under40’ Awards
This year’s edition of the Africa Forty Under40 Awards is scheduled for March 25. Personalities from 20 African countries would ‘battle’ for the ultimate. Here is a summary profile of six Ghanaian contenders among the lot, as announced by the organisers.
Hassana Ameley Sampah
Hassana has been running her production company since 2005 till date. She is a filmmaker with over 15 years of experience. In spite of the numerous challenges in the film industry, she stood her grounds when other compatriots had started packing out.
She is the founder of Overflow Production a film production company registered in 2015. The company has producedan award-winning movie titled ‘Shuki.’ The movie premiered in Ghana, Nigeria, Liberia, and London and won two awards at the 2019 NELAS Awards in the United Kingdon (UK).
The company has also produced Talk Shows, TV commercials, TV series, and documentaries that have been Aired across Africa. Hassana also featured in a Denish movie that was nominated in the 2017 Oscar Awards in the United States of America.
Hassan and her team have organised an many events including ‘The Overflow Experience’ which was well patronised at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC). As an actress, writer and producer, she is passionate about her work and has been recognised on many platforms in Africa and beyond.
Richmond Kwame Frimpong
Richmond is an award-winning trade and industrial ecosystem transformation specialist with doctoral specialisation in global business, a Masters degree in Business Administration (MBA) and an undergraduate degree in Economics.
As part of building world-class industrial ecosystems, he has worked on a number of manufacturing projects. His work on the Dawa Industrial Zone has transformed it into the fastest growing economic zones.
The 20,000 acre industrial city project has an adjoining 2,000 acre one-stop-shop for multi-sector light and heavy manufacturing such as pharmacy, agro-processing, textile and garments, automotive, steel manufacturing, technology, warehousing and logistics, among others.
At the recent Global UN-ITU Awards, Richmond was commended for building the Best Business Model and Social Impact Organisation.
Kofi Anim-Danso
Kofi Anim-Danso holds a Bachelor of Science degree (Bsc) in Quantity Surveying and Construction Economics. He earned his Master’s degree in Business Administration (International Business) from Cardiff Metropolitan University in the United Kingdom (UK).
He received an award for “Best Male Entrepreneur of 2021” at the Young Achievers Awards. He was also named overall Entrepreneur of the Year for 2022. He again received ‘Emerging Brand of the Year’ and ‘Consistent Brand of the Year’ 2021 in 2021 and 2022 respectively.
Kofi Anim-Danso he has been recognised by the Mayor of Luton, UK, for his outstanding hard work and support in the African tourism industry (Ghana-UK AFFAIRS). His businesses include Vision Xclusive Travel and Tours, and he is a partner of the Kente Festival in Ghana and Miss Tourism Ghana.
Alhaji Salamu Amadu
Ambassador Alhaji Salamu Amadu is an entrepreneur and philanthropist with over a decade and a half of experience in business.
He established Afro-Arab Group in 2007 which currenty has 10 subsidiaries ranging from finance, sports, real estate and construction, travel and tours, general trading, import and export, among others.
He is one of the few nominees to have won 40 Under 40 Ghana Awards for three years in a row in three different categories. He was named the award winner for emerging Microfinance Personality of the Year in 2017, “Sports Personality of the Year in 2018, and Banking and Finance Personality of the year in 2019.
Priscilla Wellington Asante
Priscilla Wellington is a Certified Professional Trainer and Customer Service Expert. She is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Customer Service Africa & Green Trek Tours. She has trained over many professionals and has lectured at various customer service boot camps.
She has a decade of experience in the Hospitality & Tourism industry and is the author of Customer Service Devotional, an educational book launched in 2022 to enlighten and coach the business community committed to championing customer service especially in the tourism and hospitality industry.
She is the Membership Director and Board member of Women in Tourism International Alliance (WITIA), Australia. She is a former Assistant Director of Marketing for WITIA, a Hospitality Consultant, Tour Operator, Mystery Shopper, Trainer and Coach.
As an entrepreneur with effective communication and excellent interpersonal skills, she is able to influence, motivate and work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and culture. She was a finalist at 2014 Africa’s Most Influential Women in Business and Governance.
Amanda Nhyira Bayeh
She graduated from Madina Senior High, and continued to University of Ghana where she trained as a medical doctor. She is a Licensend Medicine Counter Assistant (MCA) and has a Diploma in Dispensing Technology.
Aside being a medical doctor, Nhyira is the founder of Amanda foundation. She has volunteered for some NGOs including Vodafone Health Foundation and Give Me Hope Foundation, among others.
She is an advocate for children, youth and women. She leads mentorship programmes at Give Me Hope Foundation. Amanda is also a content creator and a part-time photo and runway model. She is passionate about humanitarian work and loves teaching children.
By Spectator Reporter
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Ghana to locally refine its gold starting October 2025 – Sammy Gyamfi
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, has announced that plans are far advanced for the establishment of a state-owned gold refinery in the country.
Speaking at the 2025 Minerals and Mining Convention, Mr Gyamfi said the refinery will process locally mined gold into bullion instead of exporting it in its raw state.
According to him, it is unacceptable that Ghana, despite being a leading gold producer in Africa, continues to export raw gold known as dore.
He explained that the Gold Board, working with the Bank of Ghana and local refineries, will from October 2025 begin refining gold locally.
He also disclosed that an ultramodern assay laboratory will be built to ensure international standards in testing gold quality.
Mr Gyamfi noted that the refinery will be wholly state-owned and will help Ghana move away from raw mineral exports to value addition.
This, he said, will boost foreign exchange earnings, create jobs, and position Ghana as a hub for gold refining and jewellery production in Africa.
The CEO stressed that the project forms part of government’s strategy to ensure the country benefits fully from its natural resources and to transform the mining sector into a driver of economic growth.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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There is strength in diversity; let’s live in peace – Zanetor Rawlings urges Ghanaians
Member of Parliament for Korle Klottey, Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has urged Ghanaians, especially the youth, to value the peace the country enjoys and to see diversity as a source of strength.
Speaking at the National Youth Conference held at the Pentecost Convention Centre under the theme “Igniting Potential; Inspiring Change”, she warned against being lured into conflicts and divisions fueled by reckless statements from politicians, traditional leaders, religious figures, or academics.
According to her, many young people have no idea what it means to live in a country torn apart by war, and therefore must not take Ghana’s peace for granted.
She stressed that the harmony among different ethnic and regional groups should be protected at all costs, since it is peace that allows citizens to gather freely and safely.
Dr. Zanetor said Ghana’s development depends on embracing diversity and working together.
She urged the youth to tap into this strength so that Ghana would continue to shine as the “Black Star” of Africa and serve as an example for other nations.
She expressed appreciation to the participants for attending the conference and asked for God’s blessings on the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
