MTN Ghana has hosted seasoned business professionals in the SME and digital space as they shared valuable insights on how SMEs in Ghana and Africa can grow their businesses through the digitalisation of their operations. Speaking on the theme Accelerating SME Growth and Development, business mogul Dr. Daniel McKorley CEO of MacDan Group, Digital Expert, Eric Osiakwan Managing Partner of Chanzo Capital and Mariam Kaleem Agyeman-Buahin, Head of Digital Marketing at Letshego shared experiences in their specific industries. The session was held as part of a six-month SME campaign being run by MTN Business. Dr. Daniel McKorley indicated that going digital required a deliberate and insistent approach to changing operational efficiency especially within the value chain. He said, “digitalizing processes encourage honesty because technology does not lie”.  He admonished entrepreneurs to avoid putting themselves ahead of their businesses. He encouraged them to exhibit humility and discipline in their dealings with people. Exploring the advantages of the usage of digital tools, he said, “digitalization has helped to close gaps which could lead to fraud”. It is easier to track and monitor activities and items through digital channels than through manual ones.   ‘’Digital gives us an opportunity to instantly correct issues”, he said. Discussing how businesses can start digitalising their operations, the Head of Digital Marketing at Letshego Ghana Savings and Loans Plc”, Mariam Kaleem Agyeman-Buahin indicated that businesses need to do an experiment of the digital process with their employees to get them to understand the process. She advised businesses to be strategic and decide on which areas of their businesses they want to digitalise. She encouraged SMEs to embrace and embed digital tools in their operations and partner with other companies that can help them deliver better services. Eric Osiakwan who is a Managing Partner of Chanzo Capital gave some interesting insights into digitalisation at the intercontinental level. According to him, for intercontinental trade network to work, businesses need digital adoption as it combats corruption, provide wider reach, and promote integrity.   He said digitalisation contributes to economic growth and as a result, governments need to create the enabling environment, incentives, and policy framework for innovation to thrive.  He said, these are critical in attracting investors. He concluded with the hope that Africa’s digital youth will create a new Africa that will grow to dominate the world. This edition of the MTN breakfast meeting was organised as part of the MTN Business SME Campaign launched last month to support the growth of SMEs.  The Campaign will last for six (6) months and features exciting activities and promotions designed for SMEs across the country.  The MTN SME campaign is being held with the support of Hubtel Ghana, Atlantic Phones, E-solutions, Npontu Technologies and other partner banks. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093

MTN Ghana has launched the 2021 edition of its month long Twincity festival celebration in the Western region.  The celebration is aimed at engaging customers with exciting activities during the month. This year’s Twincity festival also forms part of activities lined up to celebrate MTN’s 25th anniversary and the 10th anniversary of Twincity Fest in the Western region. At the launch was the Mayor for Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis, Mr. Abdul Mumin-Issah and other stakeholders. Speaking at the launch, the Regional Senior Manager for Southwest Business District, Mr. Prince Owusu Nyarko, thanked all stakeholders for their loyalty to the brand for the past 25years and promised an exciting future together. He said, “as part of activities marking this year’s celebration there will be a lot of exciting activities to thank customers for their commitment to the brand. The highlight of this festival will be the much-awaited football match between the two traditional teams in Sekondi-Takoradi metropolis”. Touching on MTN’s 25th anniversary celebration, Mr. Owusu Nyarko highlighted the amazing rewards MTN Ghana is offering customers as part of the celebration and the continuous investment MTN has committed to modernize and expand its network infrastructure across the country to enhance customer experience. The Mayor for Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis, Mr. Abdul Mumin-Issah who was the special guest of honour assured MTN of the Assembly’s support in making the festivity a memorable one. He commended MTN for promoting football in the region. Activities lined up for this year’s Twincity fest include Community Forum, stakeholder engagements, football gala between the super stars, Sekondi Hasaacas FC and the Sekondi Eleven Wise FC. The festival will be climaxed with the most famous Masquerade Carnival on July 31. Twincity Fest is an MTN initiated monthly-long festival aimed at celebrating stakeholders and customers in the Western Region and its environs. The celebration is to complement the myriad of festivals celebrated in the region that showcases the rich culture and customs of the people. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093

Ten (10) lucky SMEs will enjoy a full ‘Business Make Over’ as a part of a campaign launched by MTN Business to create more awareness on how small businesses can use the power of technology to enhance the management of their businesses and to grow their businesses’ competitiveness in the context of a regional and global marketplace. The MTN Business SME Campaign was launched under the theme, “MTN Business, Your Partner for Growth”. The campaign will run for six (6) months and will feature the following: New and refreshed products and services especially suited to support small and upcoming businesses will be launched over the next 6 months. Digital webinars tailored to support SMEs with growth and digital acceleration topic areas SME engagements will be held in Greater Accra and Ashanti regions among others A mega promo for SME at the end of the year and a special loyalty event to appreciate existing customers Winners of the ‘Business Make Over’ will receive packages including free MTN connectivity, free smart phones from Atlantic Phones; free set up on Hubtel E-commerce site, one year Business Manager App service by Npontu Technologies, free Vehicle Trackers by E-solutions, Banking and capacity building services by Fidelity bank, MoMo Merchant set up, one year unified communications and IVR service, Digital Advertising Service and an MTN Business surprise goody bag among many others. To be among the lucky 10, the business must be an SME with 50 or less staff and must purchase an MTN Business Service at GHC 200 minimum, upload a video of how the business is using the service on social media, tag 10 other small businesses and follow MTN Ghana and MTN Business on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Speaking at the launch of the campaign, Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Selorm Adadevoh indicated that as part of the 25th anniversary, the company wants Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) growth to be one of MTN’s lasting legacies for the business community. He said, “We are embarking on this campaign because we believe everyone, including MSMEs, deserve the benefits of a modern connected life. With technology-based innovations such as e-Payments, business management suites, e-Commerce, Marketplace, Apps, to name a few, the achievement of a modern connected life for MSMEs in Ghana will be greatly enhanced.” We are confident that this campaign will yield the desired results.” He added. A partner of the SME Campaign and the Chief Executive Officer of Hubtel, Mr. Alex Bram said he believes the campaign will yield success because everything MTN touches turns into gold. He eulogized MTN for the immense contributions and support the company gives to small businesses to grow.  He added that, Ghana needs to learn from Asia as within the last five years, Asia has been able to lift millions out of poverty through the support given to SMEs. Speaking to the media after the launch, the Chief Enterprise Business Officer of MTN Ghana, Sam Addo urged MSMEs to take advantage of the many tailored solutions on offer by MTN Business to gain a competitive edge. He said, “Every MSME has the potential to grow if given the right opportunity, technical and digital platforms to grow”. The SME Campaign which will last for six (6) months will see a lot of exciting activities and promotions churned out for SMEs across the country. Activities including MSME Seminars with seasoned personalities in the industry to share valuable business insights, SME product launches and promotions, and SME association engagement sessions will be organized nationwide. The MTN SME campaign is proudly supported by Hubtel Ghana, Fidelity Bank, Atlantic Phones, E-solutions and Npontu Technologies. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093

MTN Ghana’s innovative Marketing campaigns have been recognized at the 10th Marketing World Awards held in Accra. The organization won seven awards at the event. MTN was awarded in the following categories, Best COVID 19 Campaign of the year (Wear it for me campaign), Excellence in Branded Content, Best OTT Brand of the year(Ayoba) Innovative Customer Experience of the year and Marketing Team of the year (Gold). Two Executives of MTN Ghana received personality awards at the event. The Chief Corporate Services Officer at MTN Ghana, Mr. Samuel Koranteng was awarded for his Outstanding Contribution to Communications and the Chief Marketing Officer, Mr. Noel Kojo-Ganson was named among the Africa Top 50 Marketing leaders. This is the second time Noel has been named among top Marketing leaders. Receiving the awards on behalf of MTN, the Chief Corporate Services Officer, Mr. Samuel Koranteng expressed appreciation to the organizers for the awards and pledged MTN’s commitment to churn out very innovative products and services to brighten the lives of customers. He said “we always take customer’s feedback very seriously and we always tailor our products and services to meet their digital needs and lifestyle. Mr. Koranteng dedicated the awards to the Marketing and Corporate Communication Teams and all MTN’s customers. Commenting on the awards, the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Mr. Selorm Adadevoh commended the team for the awards. He said “I am glad our marketing initiatives and strategies have been recognized. I wish to commend the Marketing team for all the hard work put in place in ensuring the different needs of our customers were met even at the time of COVID where normal business was disrupted. “We are on the journey of leading digital solutions for Africa’s progress and with continuous investment in infrastructure, we are certain to lead the digital space especially in Ghana where we committed to becoming a digital operator by 2023. Ayekoo to the Marketing and Communication teams, especially to Noel Kojo-Ganson and Samuel Koranteng for winning personality awards. It is gratifying these awards were received at the time MTN is celebrating its 25th anniversary” he added. The Marketing World Awards (MWA) recognizes outstanding organizations and individuals that have delivered superior product value to the market and exhibited excellence in upholding concrete marketing strategies, display uniqueness and innovativeness, among offerings, convey clear messages to its consumers, and driving distinctiveness. Marketing World Awards this year celebrates a decade of brands and individuals that have worked tirelessly and passionately In 2019, MTN received seven awards at the Marketing World Awards. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093

MTN Ghana has been recognised with three awards at the third edition of the Health, Environment, Safety and Security awards ceremony held at the Movenpick Ambassador hotel in Accra. MTN was awarded ‘The most outstanding for its contributions for Sustainable Development’. The company also received ‘The Corporate Social Responsibility Excellence award’ and the ‘Telecoms Facility Excellence award’. Receiving the awards, the Senior Manager for Security Risk Management, Mr. Foster Kplomdo expressed his appreciation to the organizers for the recognition given to MTN’s contribution to sustainable development initiatives within the communities it operates and the management of its facilities. He dedicated the awards to the Security, & Safety and the MTN Ghana Foundation team at MTN for their commitment at ensuring that staff, customers and stakeholders of MTN are always safe especially in this period where the world is battling with the COVID-19 pandemic. Commenting on the awards, the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Selorm Adadevoh commended the Safety and Security Team of MTN and the MTN Foundation for their steadfastness in ensuring MTN provided a safe and secure environment for staff, customers and the general public. He said, “your approach to managing the security and health of both staff and stakeholders within our communities during the pandemic is commendable”.  There was business continuity as customers were engaged in a safe environment. Our communities bonded with us more because we demonstrated our concern with the PPEs and Vaccines we donated during the COVID 19 pandemic last year.” He added, “We are excited the awards Board of HESS has recognised our contribution conferred these awards on us. We hope to do more in that regard.” The HESS awards was organised by Ianmatsun Global Services Ltd, organizers of the Sustainability and Social Investment Awards and publishers of the Sustainability Report Magazine in partnership with Firmus Advisory a leading Research Company in Ghana.  It is designed to identify, publicly recognize and celebrate outstanding companies for exceptional performance and innovations focused on occupational Health, the Environment, Employee and Stakeholder Safety and security. This is the second time MTN has participated in the awards program and continues to be recognised for its dedication to ensuring employees and stakeholders health and safety remains paramount. This year’s awards program was under the theme: ‘Building a resilient workspace post -COVID -19; The role of HSSE initiatives Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093