The Group Chief Executive Officer of Letshego Africa Holdings, Reinette van der Merwe, in her first official visit to Ghana since assuming office, met with a number of interest groups, including a visit to the Bank of Ghana.
At the Bank Square, the headquarters of the central bank, the GCEO met with the Governor, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama and the Second Deputy Governor, Mrs Matilda Asante-Asiedu.
The high-level engagement, reinforced Letshego’s commitment to strong regulatory collaboration, financial sector stability and sustainable growth in Ghana and across its markets.
Discussions centred on strategic updates regarding Letshego’s long-term growth and impact agenda across Africa, while reaffirming Letshego Ghana’s alignment with national financial inclusion objectives and regulatory standards.
Reinette van der Merwe, Group Chief Executive Officer of Letshego Africa Holdings, stated:
“Our engagement with the Bank of Ghana reflects the strength of our partnership with the regulator and our shared commitment to building a resilient, inclusive financial sector. Ghana remains a priority market within our pan-African strategy, and we are committed to operating with discipline, transparency, and long-term value creation.”
The regulatory meeting formed part of a broader two-day strategic engagement in Ghana, which included a Country Performance Review session with the Letshego Ghana Country Management Committee, an inaugural Investor Breakfast Briefing, an impact partner visit to Wahu Mobility, and Board engagements.
The visit also included discussions with Development Bank Ghana to explore collaboration on impact financing initiatives aligned with Ghana’s development priorities.
Commenting on the significance of the visit, Letshego Ghana Chief Executive Officer Nii Amankra Tetteh said:
“The courtesy call on the Governor of the Bank of Ghana underscores our unwavering commitment to regulatory partnership and responsible growth. As a licensed financial institution, our strength lies in maintaining transparent and constructive engagement with our regulator while delivering inclusive financial solutions that support national development.”
Letshego Ghana Savings and Loans PLC is a licensed non-bank financial institution providing financial solutions to individuals across the public and private sectors, as well as supporting micro and small entrepreneurs.
The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Letshego Africa and operates through 10 physical outlets, with customer reach enhanced through strategic partnerships, innovative delivery models and expanding digital channels.
About Letshego Ghana Savings and Loans PLC
Formerly AFB Ghana, Letshego Ghana Savings and Loans PLC (‘Letshego Ghana’) is a licensed financial services provider in Ghana, providing loans to individuals across both the public and private sectors, as well as supporting Micro and Small Entrepreneurs.
Since the conclusion of the successful acquisition by Letshego Holdings Ltd in January 2017, Letshego Ghana Savings and Loans qualifies as a wholly owned subsidiary of the Letshego Group – an inclusive finance group with more than 27 years’ experience in Africa, and a current footprint of 11 Sub Saharan Markets.
Letshego Ghana Savings and Loans first opened its doors in September 2010 and has since grown to a staff complement of over 100 employees, spread across 10 outlets, enjoying an expanded customer reach through strategic partnerships, innovative technology and enhanced digital channels.
About Letshego Africa (“Letshego Group”)
Letshego Africa is a proudly African multinational organisation, headquartered and listed in Botswana and focused on delivering inclusive finance solutions to underserved populations across 11 Sub-Saharan Markets.
With a staff complement of over 3,000 – including both direct and indirect sales agents – and more than four hundred thousand customers, Letshego is synonymous with leveraging innovation and technology to improve the lives of individuals who have limited access to traditional financial services.
In 2023, Letshego celebrated 25 years of supporting regional communities, with strong progress towards the Group’s ambition to be Africa’s leading inclusive finance organisation.
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