Collins Sefa Former Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, is set to deliver the keynote address today, 17th May 2025, at the Cambridge University Africa Business Conference in the United Kingdom.
Focus on Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship
The conference, hosted at the Judge Business School, is a key platform for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and policymakers to discuss Africa’s economic future, with a spotlight on digital innovation and entrepreneurship.
Dr. Bawumia will speak on the conference theme, “Africa’s Digital Transformation: Building Resilient Economies Through Innovation.” His address is expected to emphasize how digitalisation can empower entrepreneurs, drive economic growth, and create new business opportunities across the continent.
Ghana’s Digital Success Story
Drawing on Ghana’s digital progress, Dr. Bawumia is likely to share insights on how technology has enhanced public services, expanded financial inclusion, and modernized payment systems – critical foundations for Africa’s emerging startup ecosystem.
A Platform for African Entrepreneurs
The Cambridge Africa Business Conference is renowned for attracting influential voices shaping Africa’s business and economic trajectory, making it a prime networking hub for aspiring entrepreneurs and investors.
Global Thought Leadership
Before the Cambridge event, Dr. Bawumia participated in the 2025 International Democratic Union (IDU) Forum in Brussels, Belgium, where he spoke on “Trade Wars, Tariff Battles, and the New Geoeconomic Order.”
His involvement in these global discussions highlights his ongoing commitment to economic innovation and his influence as a thought leader in Africa’s digital entrepreneurship space.
