Kumasi to host Tech In Ghana 2025

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The 2025 edition of the annual Tech In Ghana conference, a flagship event in the country’s technology ecosystem, is set to take place in Kumasi, the capital of Ashanti region.

This announcement, made by Akosua Annobil, founder of Tech In Ghana during the 2024 edition in Accra, underscores a commitment to decentralising tech innovation and spotlighting regional contributions to the digital economy.

Dubbed the “Royal Edition,” the Kumasi edition will celebrate the region’s unique intersection of culture and technology, amplifying the vibrant tech landscape emerging outside the nation’s capital.



Special Advisor on the Ashanti Investment Trust Initiative, Evans Amoah-Nyamekye lauded the initiative noting that “Ashanti is ready to showcase its talent and vibrancy to the world. Kumasi is not just rising;

“It has already risen. This conference will allow everyone to experience its technological advancements, rich culture, and strategic developments”.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of HapaSpace, a Kumasi-based tech hub, Gideon Brefo also expressed his excitement at the shift to Kumasi.

He said, “Having been part of Tech in Ghana since its inception in 2017, it’s been remarkable to witness its growth. Moving to Kumasi is something we have eagerly awaited”.

“Technology is evolving, and as it evolves, so must we. This event will bring together stakeholders from across Ghana and beyond, creating opportunities for collaboration and knowledge-sharing,” he added.

Reflecting on the broader tech ecosystem, Mr. Brefo emphasised significant progress, citing over 100 innovation hubs across Ghana’s 16 regions.

“We have transitioned from a handful of hubs in 2013 to a robust network. This growth is evidence of the ecosystem’s readiness for a digital transformation,” he said.

He further noted the increasing adoption of technology in everyday life, such as mobile money transactions, and the rise of digital talent, particularly in Kumasi, which boasts over 200 young innovators actively contributing to the tech space.

A platform for connection and growth

Ms. Akosua Annobil reflected on the conference’s journey reiterating that the “mission has always been to connect and promote Ghana’s tech ecosystem to a global audience”.

With over 700 speakers and 4,000 delegates participating over the years, Annobil highlighted how the platform has grown alongside Ghana’s tech sector.

 “When we started, conversations about Africa’s tech space were niche. Today, technology is on everyone’s radar, irrespective of the industry,” she noted.

She therefore envisions a future where Ghanaian tech founders gain the same recognition as music stars emphasising the importance of fostering connections and collaboration within the ecosystem.

“Building relationships—whether to access markets, knowledge, or funding—is crucial,” she stated.

David Ofori, Director of Innovation at the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme at the conference also emphasised the importance of creating an environment that nurtures talent and fosters innovation.

 “Young Africans are hardworking and ambitious; they simply need opportunities and the right environment. We do not have it all, but we have started something significant,” he stated.

He underscored the progress in building a measurable, data-driven ecosystem saying “Today, we can confidently talk about an ecosystem because we’ve laid the foundation to quantify progress and address challenges collaboratively”.

Strides

For her part, the secretary to the National Communications Authority (NCA), Nana Adjoa Adobea Khartey, has emphasised the critical role of government policies and regulations in fostering a robust technological environment.

Speaking on the topic, ‘Government Policy and Regulation Key to Advancing Ghana’s Tech Ecosystem’ she highlighted the transformative changes in the tech landscape over the past decade and the collective efforts required to sustain this momentum.

Ms. Khartey pointed to key advancements that have propelled Ghana to the forefront of innovation in the subregion citing that “In 2016, internet penetration in Ghana was at 32%, and today, we stand at 77.29%. These advancements position us as a leader in the region for mobile money adoption, cybersecurity infrastructure, and digital innovation”.

She also highlighted Ghana’s economic progress tied to the tech sector. Contributions to GDP from the tech space have risen from 2.3% in 2014 to 4.4% in 2020, with projections suggesting a further increase to 5.3% by 2025.

 “This growth reflects the critical importance of technology to Ghana’s development. We must continue to create an enabling environment that supports this trajectory,” she added.

Ms. Khartey underscored the importance of collaboration between government, private sector players, and investors.

“We need to work together—regulators, industry experts, and innovators—to create the ecosystem we envision,” she urged.

She also encouraged industry players to innovate with scalability and local needs in mind, emphasising the importance of solutions that address pain points in society.

This year’s Tech in Ghana conference was sponsored by Old Mutual Ghana, Andela, Turntabl, Silicon Overdrive, the British High Commission, the International Trade Centre, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, the Ashanti Investment Fund, and Aya Data.

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