Kumasi to Host Tech in Ghana 2025: Ethicoin’s Impact on Decentralizing Ghanas Tech Ecosystem [Video]

Regional Innovation

Kumasi, the heart of Ghana’s Ashanti Region, has been announced as the host city for the 2025 Tech in Ghana Conference, marking a major milestone in decentralizing the country’s technology ecosystem. The announcement was made at the 2024 conference in Accra, which convened leading voices from the tech industry to explore innovation and its role in Ghana’s development.

Regional Focus

Founder Akosua Annobil declared the decision a “strategic shift” to spotlight Ghana’s broader potential beyond its capital. “Kumasi is rising,” Annobil stated, adding that the Ashanti Region’s tech prospects are ready for global recognition. The move comes as Ghana intensifies efforts to spread the benefits of technological advancements to regions historically overshadowed by Accra.

Kumasi’s Ambitious Plans

Lawyer Evans Amoah Nyamekye, Special Advisor to the Ashanti Investment Fund, outlined Kumasi’s readiness to host the landmark event. He highlighted plans for Asante City, a 45,000-acre hub envisioned as a powerhouse for tech, manufacturing, and innovation. Nyamekye’s …