By Juliet ETEFE
German tech firm Code Raccoon has officially launched operations in Ghana, marking a significant step in connecting Ghanaian Information Technology (TI) professionals with global markets.
The company, which specialises in IT outsourcing, aims to create a bridge between Ghana and Germany, providing local developers with international opportunities while allowing them to remain in their home country.
Speaking at the launch, Chief Executive Officer of Code Raccoon, Jörn Halsinger, highlighted the company’s mission to empower young, ambitious developers as well as create a more inclusive and globally connected digital workforce.
“Germany, like many other countries, faces a challenge: The demand for IT professionals far exceeds the supply. At the same time, here in Ghana, we see a young, dynamic generation ready to prove itself – full of ideas, full of ambition, full of talent. Yet, too often, opportunities are limited.
“We want to change that! Code Raccoon is more than an IT outsourcing company – we are a bridge. We are not just creating jobs; we are building careers, opportunities, and long-lasting partnerships,” he said.
Rather than relocating talent to Germany, Code Raccoon provides an alternative—connecting Ghanaian IT professionals with German companies while allowing them to remain in their communities.
Mr. Halsinger explained that his inspiration came from interactions with Ghanaian job seekers who expressed a strong desire to support their families without having to migrate abroad.
“I asked them, ‘Do you really want to leave your family to take care of them?’ And they said, ‘No, we want to stay, but we need jobs. That’s when I started thinking about how we could create a solution that benefits everyone,” he shared.
To attract and retain top talent, Code Raccoon is offering salaries that are 20 percent above market rates. Additionally, new hires undergo a structured onboarding and intercultural training programme in partnership with the AHK (Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Ghana).
This training ensures that developers understand German work culture, professional expectations, and project management styles.
“We do not just hire and throw them into projects. We provide 20 days of intercultural training so they understand how German’s work—how we communicate, give feedback, and collaborate. It is about setting them up for success,” he said.
The company has started operations with 11 developers and expects to scale up to 40 employees within the next year. If the model proves successful, Mr. Halsinger envisions growing the Ghana team to 500 developers within the next three to five years.
“The first six months will be a test period,” he explained adding that “If it works well, we’ll scale up in stages—first to 40, then to 500. I have done this before in Germany with 300 employees, so I know it is possible.”
“The digital revolution should not just be a success story for the Global North. Africa, Ghana—you are not just the future. You are the present. And together, we will shape it,” he stressed.
AHK
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Ghana (AHK Ghana) played a key role in facilitating Code Raccoon’s entry into the market.
Mr. Michael Blank, a delegate from AHK Ghana, emphasised the value of the initiative saying “Many German companies have no idea about Ghana. But once they visit, they realise Ghana is one of the most peaceful and business-friendly countries in Africa. That is why we brought Code Raccoon here, and they saw the potential.”
Mr. Blank further emphasised that retaining local talent while providing global opportunities is a game-changer.
“The young professionals employed here do not have to move to Germany. They stay here, work on projects remotely, and spend time with their families. It is a sustainable business model that benefits both sides,” he reiterated.
