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Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has joined the nation in mourning the demise of renowned tech entrepreneur Herman Kojo Chinery-Hesse, who passed away on Monday, September 16, 2024, due to cardiac arrest.<\/p>\n
Chinery-Hesse, fondly referred to as \u201cthe Bill Gates of Africa,\u201d was a trailblazing figure in the tech industry, leaving an enduring legacy in Ghana\u2019s technological landscape.<\/p>\n
Born in 1963 in Dublin, Ireland, he founded theSOFTtribe in 1991, which grew to become Ghana\u2019s oldest and largest software company.<\/p>\n
Under Chinery-Hesse\u2019s visionary leadership, theSOFTtribe pioneered groundbreaking innovations, transforming various sectors in Ghana. His contributions have had a profound impact on the country\u2019s digital transformation.<\/p>\n
In a social media post [X], Mahama eulogised the hero, highlighting his significant impact on the Tech industry.<\/p>\n
Mahama stated, \u201cWe\u2019ve lost a good man. I\u2019ve lost a friend. This is a great blow to Ghana and our IT fraternity. We must be inspired to produce a million more Herman\u2019s. Rest in peace, Herman.\u201d<\/p>\n
\nWe\u2019ve lost a good man. I\u2019ve lost a friend.<\/p>\n
This is a great blow to Ghana and our IT fraternity. We must be inspired to produce a million more Herman\u2019s.<\/p>\n
Rest in peace, Herman. pic.twitter.com\/k5DWOYS2M3<\/a><\/p>\n