The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, has called for an end to the politicisation of Ghanaian businesses, emphasising that a neutral and stable economic environment is essential for long-term growth and investor confidence.
Speaking at the 20th Anniversary Thanksgiving Dinner of Hubtel, a leading Ghanaian payment services provider, Dr. Ayine stressed the importance of creating a consistent and business-friendly climate that transcends political transitions.
He noted that regardless of which political party is in power, businesses in Ghana should be empowered to thrive and remain resilient across political cycles.
“I want to say one thing about the fact that we need to depoliticize businesses in this country. That is extremely important. We need to support businesses to grow. There are no NDC businesses and there are no NPP businesses but there are Ghanaian businesses,” he said.
The event, held under the theme “Connecting Businesses to Communities,” celebrated Hubtel’s two-decade journey of innovation and impact in Ghana’s digital and financial services space.
Dr. Ayine also acknowledged the vital role of technology-driven companies like Hubtel in expanding financial inclusion and advancing digital transformation across various sectors of the economy.
Also speaking at the event, the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, reiterated the government’s commitment to supporting the growth of the digital economy.
“I’m passionate about where we are going in the digital space. President John Mahama’s vision is a Ghana that is digitally inclusive and data driven. We are working to build the digital Ghana, a nation where technology powers every sector,” he assured.
Highlighting the company’s journey and resilience, Hubtel’s Co-founder and CEO, Alex Bram, reflected on the lessons learned throughout the company’s 20-year evolution.
“We learn the hard way, what not to do and how to scale a tech company,” he said.
Founded in 2005, Hubtel began as SMSGH, a business-to-customer communications platform that gained rapid traction through its bulk SMS messaging services. Since then, the company has evolved into one of Ghana’s foremost technology firms, helping businesses connect seamlessly with customers through digital payments, e-commerce, and messaging solutions.
Over the past two decades, Hubtel’s story has been shaped by bold decisions, breakthrough innovations, and a willingness to embrace and learn from failure. Each challenge, according to the company, has served as a stepping stone toward growth and transformation.