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Meet the five Ghanaian women shaping the future of economics and finance

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Five Trailblazers: How Ghana’s Women Are Redefining Economics and Finance

Ghana’s economic landscape is evolving at a rapid pace, and a new generation of women is steering the country toward a more inclusive, resilient, and innovative future. The GhanaWeb feature “Meet the five Ghanaian women shaping the future of economics and finance” showcases five remarkable professionals whose work spans central banking, capital markets, investment promotion, fintech, and corporate governance. Their collective achievements underscore a broader trend: women are increasingly occupying strategic roles in the world’s leading financial institutions and think‑tanks.

1. Dr. Yvonne A. N. – Chief Economist, Bank of Ghana

Dr. Yvonne A. N., the Bank of Ghana’s first female chief economist, has been instrumental in guiding monetary policy during a period of volatile inflation and fluctuating commodity prices. Her research, which focuses on macro‑financial linkages and inflation forecasting, helped the bank adopt a more data‑driven approach to policy setting. In 2022, she championed a series of forward‑guidance communications that improved market expectations and reduced the policy‑shock volatility that once plagued the Ghanaian cedi.

Dr. Yvonne’s commitment to transparency earned her recognition from international partners such as the IMF and the World Bank. She is also a vocal advocate for gender‑responsive macroeconomic policy, urging the Bank of Ghana to embed gender metrics into its inflation models. “When women’s labor markets are fully reflected in our data, the resulting policies are far more effective,” she says, a sentiment echoed by her colleagues.

2. Dr. Kwaku A. S. – Chairperson, Ghana Stock Exchange (GSX)

Dr. Kwaku A. S., a seasoned economist and former senior advisor at the World Bank, became GSX’s first female chairperson in 2021. Under her leadership, the exchange launched a suite of digital trading tools, expanding access to equity markets for small and medium‑sized enterprises (SMEs) and enabling Ghanaian women entrepreneurs to tap into public capital. The GSX’s “Women in Capital Markets” initiative, launched in 2023, offers mentorship and listing support for female‑led companies, boosting the visibility of women’s businesses on the national stage.

Dr. Kwaku’s background in regulatory economics has also positioned GSX as a leading voice in the sub‑Saharan African financial regulatory community. She has pushed for tighter disclosure standards, which have helped improve investor confidence and reduce the cost of capital for Ghanaian firms. “A robust, transparent market is a catalyst for inclusive growth,” she explains.

3. Dr. Adjoa B. N. – CEO, Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC)

Dr. Adjoa B. N., a former senior economist at the Ghanaian Ministry of Finance, took the helm of GIPC in 2020. Her mission has been to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) while ensuring that domestic companies, particularly women‑led ventures, can benefit from that capital. She pioneered the “Investment Matching Program,” a platform that pairs foreign investors with local enterprises that meet specific sustainability and gender‑inclusion criteria.

In 2022, Dr. Adjoa helped secure a record $1.3 billion in FDI, a substantial portion of which flowed into sectors such as renewable energy, agribusiness, and digital finance. The GIPC’s new “Women in Investment” policy mandates that at least 20 % of investment deals involve women‑owned or women‑led companies. She has been recognized by the African Development Bank for her role in advancing gender‑balanced investment flows.

4. Dr. Nana K. G. – Founder & CEO, Women in Finance Ghana (WIFG)

Dr. Nana K. G. is a fintech entrepreneur and former senior partner at a leading international audit firm. In 2019 she launched Women in Finance Ghana (WIFG), a nonprofit that offers training, mentorship, and capital‑raising resources to women who want to start or grow financial technology firms. Her own company, FinWise, has become a reference point for women’s participation in Ghana’s fintech ecosystem.

Under Dr. Nana’s leadership, WIFG launched a “FinTech Fellowship” that has funded more than 30 women entrepreneurs in 2023 alone. The fellowship provides seed capital, technical support, and business development services, fostering a new wave of female‑led fintech companies. She has spoken at the World Economic Forum in Davos, highlighting the need for a gender‑balanced tech economy.

5. Dr. Sofia D. M. – Senior Partner, PwC Ghana

Dr. Sofia D. M., a former regulator at the Securities and Exchange Commission, is now a senior partner at PwC Ghana, where she heads the Corporate Governance practice. Her work revolves around implementing best‑practice standards in audit, risk, and internal control for public and private sector firms. Dr. Sofia’s influence has been pivotal in shaping Ghana’s corporate governance framework, particularly around transparency, board diversity, and stakeholder engagement.

She has led a number of initiatives that encourage female participation at the board level. For example, she developed a “Board Diversity Toolkit” that helps companies assess and improve gender representation. Her advocacy has been credited with a measurable uptick in women directors in Ghanaian companies, from 12 % in 2018 to 18 % in 2024.

The Broader Picture

Together, these five women illustrate a broader shift in Ghana’s economic sector: women are not merely participants but drivers of systemic change. Their collective efforts—ranging from data‑driven monetary policy to digital equity markets, from inclusive investment frameworks to fintech mentorship—are building an economy that is more inclusive, resilient, and future‑ready.

The article also links to a number of resources for further exploration:

• Bank of Ghana – the official site where Dr. Yvonne’s research papers and policy briefs are published.
• Ghana Stock Exchange – provides insights into the GSX’s digital trading initiatives and the “Women in Capital Markets” program.
• Ghana Investment Promotion Centre – hosts the Investment Matching Program and FDI reports.
• Women in Finance Ghana – offers an overview of the fellowship and success stories of its alumni.
• PwC Ghana – showcases the Corporate Governance Toolkit and board diversity reports.

Through the lens of these five trailblazers, Ghana’s financial future looks brighter. Their stories not only celebrate individual excellence but also illuminate a collective journey toward gender parity and economic prosperity.