Kasapreko Leads Indigenous Business Surge as Ghana Tightens Investment Regulations and Professionalizes Creative Sector

Ghana’s business landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, highlighted by the record-breaking performance of indigenous firms and a stricter regulatory environment. Local beverage giant Kasapreko PLC has made history by achieving a turnover of GH3.5 billion in 2025, surpassing established multinationals such as Unilever Ghana, Guinness Ghana, and FanMilk. This milestone underscores a broader shift toward the emergence of "national champions" in the consumer market, challenging the long-held belief that global brands would indefinitely dominate the local economy. Concurrently, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has moved to formalize the digital economy, mandating that all online investment platforms and fintech service providers register and obtain licenses by August 31, 2026, or face sanctions under the Securities Industry Act.

These regulatory moves coincide with an increased focus on operational excellence and standardization across the private sector. The 9th Ghana Business Standard Awards, scheduled for September 26, 2026, in Accra, aims to celebrate companies that prioritize sustainable growth and responsible business practices. This push for standardization reflects the evolving rules of doing business in Ghana, where success is increasingly defined by trust, technology integration, and the ability to provide value-driven solutions rather than just selling products. Industry experts suggest that in this competitive environment, the fastest learners—those who adapt quickly and leverage digital ecosystems—are the most likely to achieve long-term success.

The drive for professionalization extends deeply into the creative and construction sectors. During the 2026 Citi Business Festival, Maximus Ametorgoh, Digital Lead at PopOut, urged Ghanaian creators to transition from viewing their talents as hobbies to building scalable, sustainable businesses. He emphasized that while Ghana possesses immense cultural assets, the industry requires stronger commercialization strategies, intellectual property protection, and digital literacy to compete globally. Meanwhile, in the construction sector, Velo West Africa Group marked the 10th anniversary of its ITALKOL brand by announcing new partnerships for lightweight construction solutions, signaling a shift toward high-performance materials tailored for African conditions.

As Ghana moves through 2026, the convergence of local entrepreneurial success, stricter financial oversight, and the commercialization of the creative economy signals a maturing market. The trajectory set by companies like Kasapreko and the enforcement of SEC directives suggest that the future of the national economy lies in a balanced approach that embraces foreign investment while aggressively supporting indigenous innovation. For entrepreneurs and established firms alike, the path forward requires a shift from a focus on mere visibility to a disciplined pursuit of operational efficiency, strategic collaboration, and the protection of intellectual assets.