Social Enterprise Ghana to mark 10 years with push for jobs and investment

Social Enterprise Ghana is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary with a national forum, the Ghana Social Enterprise Forum 2026, on November 19 at the British Council in Accra. The event, themed "Celebrating a Decade of Impact: Building a Generational Legacy for Shared Prosperity," aims to expand investment, create jobs, and strengthen businesses tackling social and environmental challenges.

Founded by Amma Lartey in 2016, the organization now boasts over 1,300 member enterprises and 100 support organizations, with the broader social enterprise sector in Ghana comprising approximately 200,000 businesses, generating about US$2 billion annually and employing around 800,000 people.

Over the past decade, Social Enterprise Ghana has trained more than 60,000 young people and connected nearly 3,000 to financing and market opportunities, addressing sectors such as climate-smart agriculture, the green economy, health, education, and inclusive financial services. The forum will feature panel discussions on social impact investment, diversity, inclusion, gender equality, and pathways from skills training to employment, as well as presentations on impact measurement and B Corp-certified businesses in Ghana.

Attendees will also have access to a Deals Room to connect with financial institutions for potential investment opportunities and an exhibition showcasing member enterprises and their innovations. Supporting partners include WUSC Ghana, SIFA, Accra Technical University, the European Union Delegation in Ghana, and SOS/Spark Changemakers.