Ghana once again showcased its digital innovation leadership. The winners of the prestigious World Summit Awards (WSA) gathered at the offices of IT Consortium. This event occurred on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. This engagement followed Ghana’s remarkable performance at the WSA Global Congress held in Hyderabad, India. The country secured three out of the 40 global awards. This strengthened its reputation as a rising hub for impactful and inclusive digital solutions.
Expert nominations have been submitted from over 182 countries. The WSA continues to be one of the most competitive digital innovation platforms worldwide.
Madam Dorothy Gordon is a WSA board Member and National Expert for Ghana. She participated in the event with representatives from the WSA Global Office. The event served as a dynamic platform for dialogue. It brought together Ghana’s top digital innovators and global thought leaders. They discussed the future of technology, equitable information access, and sustainable digital development.
In her welcoming address, IT Consortium’s Chief Business Development Officer emphasized the pivotal role of partnerships. She highlighted how knowledge exchange amplifies African technological solutions globally. Hosting the event also signalled IT Consortium’s ongoing commitment to nurturing innovation and leadership within Ghana’s technology ecosystem.
In her keynote address, Madam Dorothy Gordon applauded the Ghanaian winners for their creativity. She also commended their resilience and commitment to leveraging technology for social good. She emphasised the importance of locally grounded innovations with global reach.
“The future of digital development lies in the hands of innovators who understand their communities and are inspired to build solutions that transcend borders,” she remarked.
Ghana’s Winning Innovations
The projects that won Ghana recognition at the WSA are distinguished by their creativity, measurable social impact, and full compliance with operational and regulatory standards:
- Chango: Chango is led by John Joojo Esua-Mensah, Yussif Markstar, Hosny Ben Savage, and Matilda Amuzu. It is a crowdfunding and group contribution platform. The platform enables users to raise funds for causes such as healthcare, education, and emergencies. The platform is fully regulated by the Bank of Ghana and adheres to the country’s financial regulatory frameworks.
- Achieve by Petra: Represented by Huzaifa Abdulai and Daniel Anaman. Achieve is a savings and financial planning app. It is designed to help users achieve their financial goals through automated behavioural nudges. It operates under the regulations of Ghana’s Securities and Exchange Commission, ensuring consumer protection and economic security.
- KhayaAI: Founded by Dr. Stephen Moore, Lawrence Adu-Gyamfi, and Dr Paul Azunre. KhayaAI is an artificial intelligence platform. It focuses on local language processing, inclusive learning, and research accessibility. The platform supports several African languages. This makes it invaluable for underserved communities. It is fully compliant with Ghana’s data protection regulations.
Strategic Participation and Global Recognition
Ghana’s prominence at the WSA Global Congress was further bolstered by the Mohinani Group. The group sponsored the participation of Kwesi Hayford (President, e-Sports Association Ghana). They also supported Kafui Anson-Yevu (Kraado) and Ato Ulzen-Appiah (GhanaThink Foundation). Their participation highlighted the growing role of the private sector in supporting digital innovation.
The WSA Global Congress gave Ghanaian winners a chance to present their innovations. They engaged with global peers. They participated in high-level discussions on scaling operations. They discussed digital inclusion. They also explored the legal frameworks that foster trust in digital development.
Building Africa’s Digital Future
At the IT Consortium gathering, discussions continued. They focused on strategies to increase the global relevance of African digital solutions. They also aimed at boosting their regional importance. Madam Gordon and the WSA Global team engaged directly with the winners. They stressed the importance of sustainable digital development. They emphasized the need for collaboration across sectors.
The event emphasised the celebration of individual achievements. It highlighted the need for policy advocacy, capacity building, and public-private partnerships. These efforts aim to unlock Africa’s full digital potential. The Chango team also highlighted the need for greater investment in Africa’s digital economy and innovation ecosystem.
As the event concluded, there was a renewed sense of optimism surrounding Ghana’s digital future. Participants reaffirmed their commitment to collaboration and creating solutions that will have a lasting and meaningful impact across the continent.
The World Summit Awards is one of the most esteemed global platforms. It recognizes digital innovations supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Through such initiatives, Ghana continues to earn global recognition. It actively shapes the future of digital development in Africa and beyond.
