By GhanaNewsPage 
MTN MOBILEMONEY RECOGNIZES KEY PARTNERS, AGENTS AND MERCHANTS ACROSS THE COUNTRY AS IT CELEBRATED 15 YEARS OF MOMO IN GHANA
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MobileMoney LTD (MML) marked its 15th anniversary with a nationwide awards ceremony to recognize the outstanding contributions of its Partners, Agents, and Merchants. These key stakeholders have been instrumental in the growth and success of MTN MoMo, driving financial inclusion across Ghana.
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A Decade and a Half of Transforming Ghana’s FinTech Landscape
At the National Awards Night held in Accra, Shaibu Haruna, the Chief Executive Officer of MobileMoney LTD, expressed gratitude to the Bank of Ghana and other partners for their unwavering support over the past 15 years.
“After 15 years, we are proud to have co-created and significantly contributed to Ghana’s FinTech industry through both direct and indirect employment of Ghanaians,” said Mr. Haruna. “We continue to drive government revenue, facilitate business growth, and create digital entrepreneurs. Above all, MTN MoMo has brought dignity to countless Ghanaians through the transformative power of financial inclusion.”
Future Prospects for MTN MoMo
Looking ahead, Mr. Haruna highlighted significant opportunities in digital payments, cross-border payments, insurance, investment, and e-commerce. “Our ambition for the next decade is to provide ‘financial freedom’ for every Ghanaian, and we aim to achieve this through strong partnerships,” he concluded.
Honoring Excellence: Award Winners
Partners Awards
- FinTech Champion of the Decade: Archie Hesse, CEO of Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems (GhIPSS), for his transformative influence on Ghana’s FinTech landscape.
- Overall Best FinTech Company of the Year & Government Partner of the Year: Hubtel.
- FinTech Partner of the Year (B2B): Nsano Ltd, recognized for exceptional business-to-business solutions.
- Most Innovative FinTech Partner: AppsNmobile, for creative technological solutions enhancing the MoMo experience.
- Merchant FinTech Partner of the Year: BluPenguin, for outstanding service to merchants.
- Bank Partner of the Year (Lending): Letshego, for supporting MoMo’s lending services.
- FinTech Partner of the Year: Jumo, for enhancing mobile financial services.
- Remittance Partner of the Year: IT Consortium, for dedication to remittance solutions.
- Most Innovative Product of the Year: Agent Flex by Tyra and FAB, for broadening MoMo’s utility and accessibility.
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Organizations Supporting Financial Inclusion
- Government Partner of the Year: The Electricity Company of Ghana.
- Corporate Partner of the Year: Keed Ghana Limited.
Regional Agent and Merchant Awards
- South East & National:
- Best Agent: I. K. Bediako
- Best Merchant: China Mall
- Ashanti & Bono Ahafo & Bono East:
- Best Agent: Osuani Boakye
- Best Merchant: China Mall
- South West (Central/Western/Western North):
- Best Agent: Tahiru Issaka
- Best Merchant: De Jab Electronics
- Northern Ghana:
- Best Agent: Abdul Gafaru Banganim
- Best Merchant: Sparkles Pub and Restaurant
Award winners received prizes, including e-cash and motorbikes, in recognition of their efforts.
Commemorating 15 Years of Impact
MobileMoney LTD’s 15th-anniversary celebration, themed ‘Empowering Communities: Celebrating 15 Years of Progressive Financial and Digital Inclusion,’ included a range of activities:
- A customer promotion float.
- A stakeholder forum discussing emerging technologies for financial inclusion.
- Fraud education and awareness campaigns.
- Digital finance training for SMEs.
- A cashless market/trade fair.
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MTN MoMo: A Pillar of Financial Inclusion
Since its inception in 2009, MTN MoMo has revolutionized financial services in Ghana, providing millions with secure, affordable, and convenient mobile money solutions. Today, it remains a vital tool for financial transactions, fostering growth and inclusion in the digital economy.
As MTN MoMo embarks on its next decade, it stands poised to redefine financial freedom through innovation, collaboration, and dedication to empowering communities across Ghana.