Ghana’s Fintech community gathered for the much-anticipated 3rd Ghana Fintech Awards 2023, held on March 9, 2024, at Labadi Beach Hotel.
The event recognized and celebrated the outstanding contributions of fintech companies and individuals in promoting financial inclusion, technological advancement and economic development in Ghana.
The awards were organized by ARKEL LIMITED with the support of the Ghana Fintech and Payments Association and KPMG.
Details
The awards gala, attended by industry leaders, policy makers, investors and fintech enthusiasts, showcased the notable achievements and innovations in Ghana’s fintech ecosystem.
The awards gala served as a platform to launch two major initiatives aimed at promoting diversity and amplifying voices in the industry.
The inaugural launch of “Women in Fintech” and “Top Fintech Voices» underlined the commitment of the Ghanaian Fintech community to promote participation and recognize the diverse talent driving innovation in the sector.
The event also featured a discussion on “Balancing Innovation and Compliance in Creating a Digital Economy’. The discussion highlighted the importance of striking a harmonious balance between innovation and compliance to unleash the full potential of Ghana’s digital economy.
Participants discussed the challenges posed by evolving regulatory frameworks and consumer protection concerns, emphasizing the need for collective efforts to address these issues while creating an enabling environment for fintech innovation.
What they say
Commenting on the importance of the awards, Mr. Kwame OppongHead of The Bank of Ghana’s Fintech and Innovation office, he highlights the vital role of the Ghana Fintech Awards in promoting collaboration and reflection in the Fintech community.
By providing a platform for industry players to come together and discuss the trajectory of Fintech in Ghana, these awards serve as more than just a recognition of achievements. they represent a forum for dialogue and innovation.
Award ceremony
The award ceremony included several categories including; Fintech Startup Company of the Year, Lifetime Achievements Award, Top Fintech Solution Provider of the Year, and Fintech Company of the Year, including. Each category celebrated the achievements of companies and individuals who have demonstrated outstanding vision, creativity and impact in their respective fields.
Among the notable winners were; Mr. Archie Hesse (CEO, Ghipss), who was awarded the Lifetime Achievement for Financial Inclusion. Wide range of digital payments won Fintech Startup Company of the Year for its pioneering ideas in the Fintech space in Ghana.
Another highlight of the evening was his recognition Jeremy Quaino (Jumo) as Fintech Person of the Year for his outstanding leadership and contribution to the advancement of the fintech industry in Ghana.
Full List of Winners
Category | Winner |
Mobile Banking App of the Year | CalBank app |
Digital Bank of the Year | First Atlantic Bank |
ESG Bank of the Year | CalBank |
Banking Innovative Product of the Year (Retail) | Stanbic Bank |
Banking Innovative Product of the Year (SME/Corporate) | First Atlantic Bank Corporate Payment (Corporate Payment/Atlantic Payment) |
Fintech & Bank Partnership of the Year | Jumo, Ecobank & MTN |
Fintech & Non-Banking Partnership of the Year | Broadspectrum Digital Payments & Nedco App |
Agritech of the Year | Agrospectrum Limited |
Healthtech of the year | DrugNet |
Edutech of the Year | Ayages |
Insurtech/Pentech company of the year | Hubtel Insurance Insurerity Digital |
Regtech Solution of the Year | Orass (Bank of Ghana) |
Fintech Personality of the Year (Male) | Razak Awudulai (Broadspectrum Team) |
Fintech Personality of the Year (Female) | Mary Boateng-Coleman (Brassica Pay) |
Fintech CTO/CIO of the year | Lovestone E. Mamattah (Broadspectrum Group) |
New Fintech Leader of the Year | Jeremy Quaino (Jumo) |
IT/Technology Company of the Year | Broadspectrum Limited |
A leading provider of payment technology services | eTransact Ghana Ltd |
Fintech Discovery of the Year | Wide range of digital payments |
Emerging Technology of the Year | WeWire |
Blockchain Company of the Year | Paybox |
Leading provider of Fintech solutions | AppsnMobile |
Fintech platform of the year | Jumo Ghana |
Fintech Innovation of the year | Motito Limited |
UI/UX Fintech Company of the Year | MTN Ghana |
E-Commerce Solution of the Year | Credstore Africa |
Cybersecurity Company of the Year | Innovare Africa |
Compliant Fintech Company of the Year | Wide range of digital payments |
Regulator of the Year | Bank of Ghana |
Fintech for Financial Integration Company of the Year | Jumo Ghana |
Female-Led Fintech Company of the year | Mary Bateng-Coleman (Brassica Group |
Fintech Start-up of the year | Wide range of digital payments |
Fintech Company of the Year | Wide range of digital payments |
Lifetime Achievement for Financial Inclusion – Honorary Award | Archie Hesse, CEO – GhIPSS |
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