Telecom and Digital Chambers' CEO, Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey, Resigns from Position
Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey, a respected figure in Ghana's digital economy, has announced his resignation as CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications and the Digital Chamber of Ghana. After nearly eight years in these roles, he has taken on a new challenge as CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Mines.
During his tenure, Dr. Ashigbey made significant strides in both the telecommunications and digital financial services sectors. His leadership was instrumental in transforming Ghana's telecommunications sector, and his efforts in the digital financial services sector were crucial in shaping the nation's digital landscape.
The Chambers, in their statement, praised Dr. Ashigbey for his "unwavering passion, vision, and relentless pursuit of excellence." They expressed their intent to continue pushing for innovation and inclusive digital growth in Ghana, building on the foundation laid by Dr. Ashigbey. The Chambers also highlighted collaborative stakeholder engagement during his tenure and mentioned that his advocacy helped shape Ghana's digital landscape.
The Chambers have initiated the leadership transition process, and a new CEO for the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications will be announced in due course.
In his new role at the Ghana Chamber of Mines, Dr. Ashigbey is actively involved in initiatives such as developing public-private partnerships for railway lines and advocating for investments in social projects related to mining. He continues to contribute as a thought leader and speaker at various leadership and project management conferences in Ghana, including the Africa Leadership Conference and the National Project Management Institute Conference in 2025.
Thus, his next primary professional engagement centers on leadership in the mining sector and ongoing involvement in leadership development and project management discourse. The Chambers expressed their wishes for Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey's continued success and fulfillment in his future endeavors.
Both sectors, under Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey's leadership, are key drivers of Ghana's digital economy. As he moves on to new challenges, his impact on Ghana's digital transformation will continue to be felt.
Business leaders within the telecommunications and digital financial services sectors will undoubtedly miss Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey's guidance, as his leadership played a crucial role in shaping their industries. His extensive experience in these sectors will be valuable in advancing the mining industry's business careers, particularly in public-private partnerships and social projects development. Furthermore, Dr. Ashigbey's continuation as a thought leader and speaker in leadership and project management conferences ensures his influence in shaping the business landscape beyond the realms of telecommunications and digital finance.
