Across the world, a strong case has been made about the role and success of pension funds investing in local economies and businesses through private equity and venture capital funds.

ACCRA, GHANA – A compelling question echoes across Africa’s burgeoning economies: Can the continent harness its own wealth to fund its future? Dr. Sangu Delle, a prominent Ghanaian entrepreneur and investor, argues forcefully that it must.

Ghana’s startup ecosystem — like that of many African countries — is growing rapidly. But this growth is not being powered by local capital. In 2024, Ghanaian tech startups raised over $127 million in venture capital across 31 deals involving equity, debt and grants