MTN Ghana Celebrates 15 Years of MoMo

MTN Ghana marked the 15th anniversary of its mobile money service, MTN MoMo, with a celebration at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel on November 8, 2024. The event honored top-performing partners, agents, and merchants who have significantly contributed to the growth and success of MTN MoMo in Ghana.

The MTN MoMo @15 National Stakeholder Dinner and Awards night highlighted MTN’s dedication to financial inclusion and recognized key contributors to MoMo’s success story. Since its inception in 2009, MTN MoMo has transformed the financial services landscape in Ghana, providing millions with access to convenient, secure, and affordable mobile money services.

Chief Executive Officer of MobileMoney Limited, Shaibu Haruna, expressed gratitude to all stakeholders for their roles in the growth of MTN MoMo. He emphasized the challenges overcome and the significant contributions MTN MoMo has made to Ghana’s economy.

Looking ahead, she outlined strategies for leveraging emerging technologies to enhance MTN MoMo’s service offerings, aiming to meet the evolving needs of Ghana’s financial landscape. He reaffirmed MTN MoMo’s commitment to expanding its reach and unlocking new financial opportunities.

“The Ghanaian Fintech industry is on the verge of explosive growth,” she said. “Our ambition for the next decade is to provide financial freedom for every Ghanaian by empowering them to utilize every service.”

The awards night celebrated distinguished agents, merchants, and partners for their exceptional service and dedication. Special recognition was given to Madam Rita Mensah for her role in MTN Ghana’s ‘Mensa Aka’ advert, with a cash prize of GH₵30,000.