Ghana:Fidelity Bank commits GHS 500,000 to creative entrepreneurs

Fidelity Bank Ghana concluded its third annual Sustainability Conference at The Palms by Eagles, pledging over GHS 500,000 to support the next generation of creative entrepreneurs.

The event, themed “Aligning Finance with Climate Action,” brought together stakeholders from various sectors to discuss sustainable finance and crowned the winners of the bank’s Orange Inspire Creative Challenge.

Love Ankara emerged as the overall winner, securing GHS 150,000 in funding to fuel its growth. Church of Stories and Stay by Plan each received GHS 100,000, while Abrita Holdings and GRC Concepts were awarded GHS 50,000 each.

In a surprising move, Fidelity Bank’s Managing Director, Julian Opuni, announced that the remaining finalists—Fashion Xcel, O Games Studio, and Experience Africa VR—would each receive GHS 25,000, ensuring all eight finalists were supported.

“Pitching a dream in eight minutes and defending it before a panel is no small feat,” Opuni said. “Every finalist deserves recognition, and we’re committed to supporting their potential.”

Emma Maame Efua Tandoh of Love Ankara expressed gratitude, stating, “This has been a defining journey. We’re going to run with the knowledge and funding provided and do more than expected as ambassadors for Fidelity Bank.”

The conference also highlighted Fidelity Bank’s leadership in sustainable finance. Zia Choudhury, the new UN Resident Coordinator in Ghana, praised the bank for signing the UN Principles for Responsible Banking and joining UNEP’s Finance Initiative.

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“Fidelity Bank’s growing green portfolio, including concessional loans for electric vehicles and renewable energy systems, shows that climate action and business success can align,” Choudhury noted.

Panel discussions underscored Ghana’s progress in sustainable banking and climate finance. Experts highlighted the nation’s adoption of global standards and the role of banks in preparing businesses for investment through ESG frameworks.

Nana Yaa Afriyie Ofori-Koree, Head of Partnership, Sustainability, and CSR at Fidelity Bank, emphasized action over rhetoric. “This conference is proof of our commitment to act now, not later,” she said, announcing the upcoming Fidelity 2026-2030 Sustainability Strategy to further Ghana’s green transition.