Collins Sefa Fidelity Bank Ghana has reinforced its dedication to sustainable growth and inclusive development by concluding its third annual Sustainability Conference with a remarkable pledge of more than GH¢500,000 to empower young creative entrepreneurs.
The event, hosted at The Palms by Eagles, united industry leaders and stakeholders under the theme “Aligning Finance with Climate Action.” The conference also climaxed with the Orange Inspire Creative Challenge, where eight finalists showcased their ventures.
Love Ankara emerged as the overall winner, securing GH¢150,000 to expand its business. Church of Stories and Stay by Plan each received GH¢100,000, while Abrita Holdings and GRC Concepts took home GH¢50,000 each. In a surprise move, Managing Director Julian Opuni announced that the remaining three finalists – Fashion Xcel, O Games Studio, and Experience Africa VR – would each receive GH¢25,000, ensuring all finalists walked away with support.
“It takes courage to pitch a dream in just eight minutes,” Mr. Opuni remarked. “Every finalist has demonstrated resilience and creativity. That’s why we chose to recognise all eight entrepreneurs—because we believe in their potential.”
For Emma Maame Efua Tandoh, founder of Love Ankara, the recognition was life-changing. “This journey started eight years ago,” she said. “Finding funding as a creative has never been easy. But this programme has been truly transformative. We are grateful for the knowledge, training, and opportunity to become ambassadors of Fidelity Bank.”
The conference also spotlighted Fidelity Bank’s leadership in climate finance. Zia Choudhury, UN Resident Coordinator in Ghana, applauded the bank for its commitment to the UN Principles for Responsible Banking and the UNEP Finance Initiative. He highlighted Fidelity’s green portfolio, which includes concessional loans for electric vehicles and renewable energy financing for schools and hospitals.
Panel sessions underscored Ghana’s readiness to scale climate finance. One discussion focused on aligning local banking practices with international sustainability standards, positioning Fidelity Bank as a “climate finance champion.” Another stressed the importance of resilience, noting that banks must help businesses prepare for investors through ESG practices and data-driven insights.
Closing the conference, Nana Yaa Afriyie Ofori-Koree, Head of Partnerships, Sustainability and CSR at Fidelity Bank, affirmed the bank’s commitment to action:
“This gathering is not just about conversation. It is about real action, starting now.” She also revealed the upcoming launch of the Fidelity 2026–2030 Sustainability Strategy, cementing the bank’s role in driving Ghana’s green transition.
The event was organised in partnership with UN Ghana, the Institute of Sustainability Professionals Ghana, Joy FM, Joy Business, and The Palms by Eagles.
