Absa Bank, GNCCI support private sector businesses
Absa Bank Ghana and the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) have partnered to help Ghanaian businesses appreciate and respond to the opportunities presented in the 2025 National Budget.
The fifth edition of the Chamber National Dialogue Series was organised by GNCCI in partnership with Absa Bank and served as a platform for dialogue on how the private sector can strategically respond to the government’s budget priorities.
Speaking at the event, Dr Edward Nartey Botchway, Managing Director of Absa Bank Ghana Limited, said, “In this climate, businesses must sharpen their value proposition and remain attuned to policy direction—identifying the areas government prioritises and ensuring their offerings speak clearly to national development goals.”
He also outlined how Absa Bank is positioned to support its customers to take advantage of those opportunities, highlighting the bank’s SME Loan at 10% per annum in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, an initiative which has provided over $84 million to more than 7,000 SMEs.
He went on to highlight Absa’s broader support for businesses navigating the current economic climate.
These include trade finance and investment banking solutions that help businesses access global markets, optimise supply chains, and structure long-term financing. He also referenced the bank’s risk management offerings, like currency hedging, to help businesses navigate volatility and protect their margins.
