The Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) held its highly anticipated 4th Chamber Business Awards on September 27, 2024, at the Accra International Conference Centre. Under the theme “Adaptability and Innovation in a Green Economy through Collaboration,” the event attracted leading figures from various industries, recognising the outstanding contributions of businesses and individuals towards economic growth in Ghana.
In his opening speech, the President of the GNCCI, Dr. Clement Osei-Amoako, emphasised the significance of collaboration in driving green innovation, especially in adapting to the evolving global economy. He highlighted the critical role the business community must play in alignment with sustainable practices to foster resilience and long-term success. The president’s message resonated with the audience, emphasising that adaptability in business models was key to thriving in a changing economic landscape.
The Special Guest of Honour, Ga Mantse, Nii Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, delivered an impactful speech, focusing on the need for entrepreneurial initiatives to align with green innovations. He underscored the critical link between business growth and environmental stewardship, urging companies to adopt sustainable strategies to combat climate change. His speech served as a reminder of the importance of maintaining a balance between development and environmental preservation, encouraging all sectors, including manufacturing, agribusiness, and logistics, to prioritise sustainability.
Several companies and personalities were celebrated across various sectors, showcasing business operations and innovation excellence. Key award categories included agribusiness, banking, manufacturing, and media, among others.
Notable winners included:
– Business Man of the Year: Mr. Michael Bozumbill, CEO of PETROSOL Ghana.
– Business Woman of the Year: Nana Krobea Asante.
– Young Entrepreneurs of the Year: Robert Kwabena Ayitay.
In the Agribusiness sector, BH Fertagro Ghana Limited won in the input supply category, while Siriboe Farms Limited took home the award for agribusiness Farming. Olam Ghana Limited was recognised for its outstanding performance in agribusiness processing. The Banking sector also saw recognition, with Access Bank Ghana Limited winning the award for Retail Banking, and GCB Bank PLC taking home the award for Wholesale & Investment Banking.
The Manufacturing sector was well represented, with Wilmar Africa Limited winning in Food Production and B5 Plus Limited dominating in Steel Production. These companies were praised for their commitment to innovation and sustainability in their respective fields.
The Media Industry was also acknowledged for its role in driving business visibility and growth. Angel Broadcasting Network, Multimedia Group, and Despite Group were recognised as key media partners supporting businesses through their platforms.
Find below the list of all award winners
BUSINESS/CORPORATE WARDS
| NO. | CATEGORY | AWARD WINNER |
| 1. | AGRIBUSINESS – INPUT SUPPLY | BH FERTAGRO GHANA LIMITED |
| 2. | AGRIBUSINESS – FARMING | SIRIBOE FARMS LIMITED |
| 3. | AGRIBUSINESS – PROCESSING | OLAM GHANA LIMITED |
| 4. | ARTS & CRAFTS | J. CLOTHING & MORE |
| 5. | AUTOMOBILE DEALERSHIP | WAHU MOBILITY |
| 6. | BANK – RETAIL | ACCESS BANK GHANA LIMITED |
| 7. | BANK – WHOLESALE & INVESTMENT | GCB BANK PLC |
| 8. | RURAL BANKS | JUABEN RURAL BANK LIMITED |
| 9. | CIVIL ENGINEERING | VICBENS ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION |
| 10. | ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING | PREFOS LIMITED |
| 11. | HOSPITALITY | AZMERA RESTAURANT |
| 12. | EMERGING BUSINESS | ROYAL EDDISCO CONSTRUCTION & SUPPORT SERVICES |
| 13. | EXPORT | KEDA (GH) CERAMICS COMPANY LIMITED |
| 14. | FASHION | YVONNE EXCLUSIVE DESIGNS |
| 15. | LIFE INSURANCE | STARLIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED |
| 16. | NON-LIFE INSURANCE | ENTERPRISE INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED |
| 17. | AIRLINE | TURKISH AIRLINE |
| 18. | LOGISTICS | McDAN SHIPPING COMPANY LIMITED |
| 19. | MANUFACTURING – FOOD PRODUCTION | WILMAR AFRICA LIMITED |
| 20. | MANUFACTURING – STEEL PRODUCTION | B5 PLUS LIMITED |
| 21. | OIL & GAS (UPSTREAM & DOWNSTREAM) | PETROSOL PLATINUM ENERGY LIMITED |
| 22. | TRADING | MELCOM STORES |
| 23. | PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (EXCLUDING BANKS AND INSURANCE) | ESCORT SECURITY SERVICES LIMITED |
| 24. | MEDIA HOUSE | ANGEL BROADCASTING NETWORK |
| 25. | MEDIA HOUSE | MULTIMEDIA GROUP |
| 26. | MEDIA HOUSE | DESPITE GROUP |
REGIONAL AWARDS
| NO. | CHAMBER | AWARD WINNER |
| 1. | ACCRA CHAMBER | AMANEX COMPANY LIMITED |
| 2. | KUMASI CHAMBER | FAPIM COMPANY LIMITED |
| 3. | TAKORADI CHAMBER | AMACHARI RESTAURANT & CATERING SERVICES |
| 4. | TARKWA CHAMBER | FLORERICO ENTERPRISE |
| 5. | WA CHAMBER | B C BENCYN LIMITED |
| 6. | KOFORIDUA CHAMBER | FORSTER BAKERY |
PERSONALITY AWARDS
| NO. | CATEGORY | AWARD WINNER |
| 1. | YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR | ROBERT KWABENA AYITEY |
| 2. | CHAMBER BUSINESS WOMAN OF THE YEAR | NANA KROBEA ASANTE |
| 3. | CHAMBER BUSINESS MAN OF THE YEAR | MICHAEL BOZUMBIL |
NON-COMPETITIVE
| NO. | NAME |
| 1. | MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS & REGIONAL INTEGRATION |
| 2. | MINISTRY OF FINANCE |
| 3. | MINISTRY OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY |
| 4. | GIZ |
| 5. | COTVET |
| 6. | EUROPEAN UNION |
| 7. | USAID |
