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Ghana FinTech sector reform

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In late July 2026, a Bank of Ghana official urged the country to move beyond expanding access to financial services and focus on “financial health.” He called for products that provide long‑term security—such as savings, responsible credit, insurance and pensions—especially for women, informal‑sector workers, rural residents, persons with disabilities and MSMEs. Regulators, banks, fintech firms and policymakers were asked to develop inclusive, resilience‑building offerings, while Ecobank highlighted its digital platforms that broaden inclusion. By early August 2026, the conversation shifted to corporate governance as a cornerstone of sector sustainability. Analysts linked past banking reforms to weak governance and risk management, warning that fintech startups sometimes view governance frameworks as bureaucratic hurdles. They advocated for strong board structures, risk oversight and compliance to build stakeholder trust and support long‑term growth. In mid-August 2026, the focus expanded to include domestic innovation and consumer safety. During the launch of the MoMo Fintech Lab, Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations Samuel Nartey George called for the development of locally designed solutions from universities and independent developers to drive the digital economy. He emphasized that as the sector grows, the government will prioritize cybersecurity and data privacy, noting that “trust is not optional; it is the product.” ~~Minister George further advocated for a regulatory approach that “protects without suffocating” technological advancement. He also encouraged financial institutions~~ Concurrently, efforts to ~~provide more flexible financing~~ support SMEs and ~~patient capital~~ trade reform gained momentum. Fidelity Bank Ghana advocated for ~~startups~~ trade reforms and integrated systems to ~~help position~~ assist entrepreneurs and women-led businesses, noting that disconnected customs systems and poor data quality hinder commerce. Meanwhile, MTN Ghana ~~as a competitive fintech hub within~~ launched the ~~African continent.~~ third edition of its SME Accelerate programme, offering digital tool subsidies and products like Ajumapa, which is specifically designed to support women-owned businesses.

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