Naa Sika comes top at the NextGen Fintech Accelerator Program

The second edition of the Ghana Digital Innovation Week (GDIW) came to a close with a fierce pitching session in which 12 startups from the first NextGen Fintech accelerator program presented their ideas to investors and the public. This program was by Stanbic Bank with support from GIZ and facilitated by Growth Africa, where these startups. Among the top three fintech companies was Naa Sika, an e-micro bank and payment platform that aims to help people in the informal sector manage their money. In an interview with CEO Ralph Menz, he expressed gratitude to the event organisers and was also happy with the support and the learning process during the program.

The GDIW encompassed a range of workshops designed to produce concrete outcomes, such as road maps, capacity-building plans, recommendations, and business opportunities. The event also celebrated the accomplishments of Ghana's digital innovation environment and aimed to build momentum towards a shared vision for its future development.

The three-day event took place at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre. It brought together policymakers, digital and technology professionals, and enthusiasts from all walks of life. Overall, the GDIW provided a valuable platform for learning, sharing ideas, and networking to enhance the country's digital innovation ecosystem.