Ghana Business Landscape: Strategic Investments, Corporate Resilience, and the Push for Workplace Inclusion

Ghana's business sector is witnessing a period of significant activity, marked by strategic investments in healthcare, corporate resilience, and a renewed focus on workplace culture. A major highlight is Zagadat Capital GH. Ltd, the investment vehicle of music mogul Mr. Eazi, acquiring a 17.31% stake in Intravenous Infusions PLC. This move, involving over 47 million shares on the Ghana Alternative Exchange (GAX), signals growing investor confidence in the nation's pharmaceutical manufacturing sector. Meanwhile, Hisense Ghana has moved to stabilize its corporate reputation by clarifying that its Ashaiman showroom remains fully operational despite recent damage to its facility. The company emphasized that no theft or break-in occurred, attributing the glass door damage to a localized dispute between a landlord and community members, which is now under police investigation.

Beyond investments and operations, the human element of business is taking center stage. At the EmpowAbility Seminar 2.0, Telecel Ghana’s HR Director, Rachael Appenteng, challenged corporate leaders to move beyond performative diversity and integrate genuine inclusion into their core culture. Highlighting Telecel’s SuperCare team for Deaf customers, Appenteng argued that authentic inclusion is a driver of innovation and business success. In the realm of entrepreneurship, Nana Sarfo, the CEO of Savile Row, recently shared a compelling narrative of business origins. Sarfo revealed how he once traded his personal gold watch and ring to secure his first 100 pairs of high-quality shoes while in Germany—a foundational sacrifice that eventually birthed his successful fashion empire in Accra.

Looking toward international expansion and service delivery, Delta Air Lines has begun outlining its strategy for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Managing Director Rob LeBel announced a suite of travel options for Ghanaian fans, including charter flights and collaborations with local agencies and KLM to ensure seamless access to the tournament. This forward-looking approach coincides with Delta's plan to introduce seasonal flights between Accra and Atlanta to meet peak demand in December and January. Simultaneously, the e-Crime Bureau is addressing modern threats to the business ecosystem. Their inaugural Founder’s Opera Soirée focused on the rise of AI-driven cyber threats, emphasizing the bureau's role in providing digital forensics and financial crime investigations to protect the integrity of businesses across Africa.

However, the landscape remains fraught with risks, as highlighted by recent international legal developments. The sentencing of Adepoju Salako, a 33-year-old Nigerian man, to 18 months in prison for a sophisticated wire fraud scheme targeting Alaska’s Permanent Fund Dividend program, serves as a stark reminder of the global nature of financial crime. Salako, who was also ordered to pay $2.5 million in restitution for related COVID relief fraud and international money laundering, illustrates the persistent threat of identity theft. As Ghanaian businesses navigate growth through investment and cultural shifts, the synthesis of robust security measures, inclusive practices, and strategic international partnerships remains essential for sustainable economic development.