Leading fintech innovators, partner banks, technology providers, mobile money agents, merchants, regulators, and media stakeholders were honoured to reflect on shared achievements and celebrate excellence across Ghana’s fintech ecosystem.

Hubtel Limited was adjudged as Overall Best FinTech Partner of the Year, First Atlantic Bank as Overall Best Bank Partner, Patrick PenRich Ventures as Overall Best MoMo Agent and Ayewamu as Overall Best Merchant. Other award recipients included Ghana Water Company, IT Consortium, Letshego, Nestlé, Business & Financial Times (B&FT), Newsghana, Joy News/ Joyfm, Jumo, Comviva, Blue Penguin, KGL Technologies, Onafriq, among others.

Delivering the keynote address, Chief Executive Officer of MobileMoney LTD, Shaibu Haruna, described the evening as a celebration of collaboration and service excellence, noting that partnership remains the foundation of the company’s success. “Tonight is more than a celebration; it is a testament to what collaboration and innovation can achieve. Our theme, ‘Celebrating the Power of Partnership and Service Excellence,’ captures both our journey and the promise of our shared future,” he said.

Shaibu acknowledged the critical contributions of partners across the ecosystem, including banks and financial institutions that provide liquidity and enable seamless transactions; technology partners who ensure the robustness and security of the MoMo platform; fintech partners driving innovation by solving real customer pain points; and mobile money agents and merchants who serve as the backbone of the ecosystem nationwide.

He also paid tribute to the Bank of Ghana for its visionary leadership and enabling regulatory frameworks that have allowed the fintech industry to innovate and thrive.

Shaibu further highlighted emerging opportunities within the fintech landscape, citing policy initiatives such as digital lending frameworks, virtual assets, open banking, and the potential introduction of the e-Cedi. He also welcomed government-led digital initiatives, including the proposed Fintech Growth Fund and AI-powered trade data analytics systems, reaffirming MobileMoney LTD’s readiness to collaborate with stakeholders to advance Ghana’s digital future.

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, represented by Hayford Kumah, Head of the FinTech Oversight and Supervision Unit, reaffirmed the central bank’s commitment to fostering a robust and enabling regulatory environment for the fintech industry. He noted that the Bank of Ghana remains focused on creating policies and supervisory frameworks that encourage innovation while safeguarding the stability of the financial system.

Guests were treated to a surprise performance by Kofi Kinaata, live music, and a festive celebration in honour of the achievements of Ghana’s thriving fintech community.

MobileMoney LTD reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining an open platform that welcomes innovation from both fintech startups and established players, as it continues to drive excellence and partnership across the ecosystem.

Ayewamu Receiving Award for the Overall Best Merchant

First Atlantic Bank presented with the Overall Best Partner Bank Award.

Group Picture of Awardees and Executives of MobileMoney LTD and MTN