Veep Opoku-Agyemang, Hon. Jinapor, Sir Sam Jonah, others to address Africa’s next 25 Years at Ishmael Yamson & Associates Business Roundtable
Ishmael Yamson &
Associates (IYA), a leading Ghanaian business advisory firm, is set to host the
twelfth edition of the prestigious Business Roundtable on May 28, 2026, at the
Movenpick Ambassador Hotel, Accra. This year, the Roundtable dramatically expands
its scope beyond national policy, becoming a crucial platform for exploring the
strategic direction and economic relevance of not just Ghanaian, but African
business as a whole.
Under the ambitious theme,
“Unlocking the Next Quarter Century,” the event will gather up to 1,000
in-person delegates and over 15,000 remote participants from across the
continent for a high-impact day of practical dialogue, cross-sector
collaboration, and investment networking.
A
focus on Ghanaian leadership and key issues
The Business Roundtable 2026
is designed to bridge government and business interests, focusing on five
strategic pillars vital for future competitiveness:
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Digital Infrastructure: Focusing on shared infrastructure and
regional data centres.
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Trade & Integration: Leveraging opportunities presented by the
African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
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Energy & Industry: Promoting sustainable industrial growth.
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Leadership & Governance: Emphasizing resilient institutions and
effective public-private partnerships (PPPs).
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Societal Development: Highlighting the critical role of Africa’s
youth in securing global relevance.
A major draw for Ghanaian
media and participants is the distinguished lineup of speakers, featuring
prominent local and continental figures. Confirmed speakers include:
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H.E. Prof. Jane Naana
Opoku-Agyemang, Vice President of Ghana (Keynote on Leadership, governance, and
the future of Africa)
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Hon. Dr. John Jinapor, Minister of
Energy and Green Transition
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Sir Sam Jonah, Executive Chairman
of Jonah Capital (Keynote on Leadership for global relevance and good
governance)
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Ralph Mupita, President and CEO of
MTN Group
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Prof. PLO Lumumba, Pan-Africanist
and Legal Scholar
The programme will feature
high-level networking opportunities for policymakers, investors, and corporate
executives, and our ambition is clear: to generate actionable insights that
will accelerate Africa’s transformation and make it a global powerhouse by
2050.
Event details &
registration
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Theme:
Unlocking the Next Quarter Century
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Date:
May 28, 2026
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Time:
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Venue:
Movenpick Ambassador Hotel, Accra
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Standard
Registration: GHS3,000/$300
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VIP
Leadership Circle: GHS10,000/$1,000
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Registration
Website: brt.ieyamson.com
Interested institutions,
executives, professionals, and emerging leaders are encouraged to secure their
seats immediately. Registration is open at brt.ieyamson.com.
Contacts
Ishmael
Yamson & Associates
No. 15
Ato Ahwoi Avenue, West Legon, Accra
Email: info@ieyamson.com
Telephone:
+233248625707 or +233 244161372
Website: brt.ieyamson.com
