CIMA President Alfred Ramosedi to Lead Professional Engagements in Ghana as Youth and Entrepreneurs Seek Global Opportunities

Ghana’s business and finance landscape is preparing for a series of high-profile international engagements and local entrepreneurial shifts. Alfred Ramosedi, the President of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), is scheduled to visit the country on September 18-19, 2026, to engage with finance professionals and business leaders. Simultaneously, Ghanaian youth are making their mark on the global stage at the 2026 International Festival of Youth in Russia, while local business leaders are calling for strategic positioning and income diversification among the nation's creative and young entrepreneurial classes.

Mr. Ramosedi, who was elected CIMA President in June 2026, will serve as the Chief Guest at the CGMA Convocation Ceremony during his visit. His agenda focuses on the evolving role of management accounting in driving economic growth, with a specific emphasis on integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the profession. With over three decades of experience in financial services, Ramosedi intends to interact with CIMA members, CGMA students, and local companies to address emerging trends and challenges within the finance sector, ensuring future accountants are equipped for an AI-enabled professional environment.

Beyond the finance sector, the Ghana Russia Centre for Commerce and Relations has highlighted the strategic importance of the 2026 International Festival of Youth in Ekaterinburg, Russia. John Aggrey, CEO of the Centre, noted that over 20 Ghanaian participants are among the 10,000 young leaders from 191 countries attending the event. The festival serves as a critical platform for fostering joint ventures, scholarships, and business partnerships in sectors ranging from technology and entrepreneurship to media and education. Aggrey emphasized that these international links are expected to yield long-term commercial and institutional benefits for Ghana.

Domestically, industry leaders are urging young professionals to adopt more resilient business models. Aisha Bengai, CEO of BenGuy Imports, speaking at the Konnected Minds LIVE 2026 event in Kumasi, encouraged entrepreneurs to focus on effective positioning rather than merely fearing competition. This sentiment was echoed by pencil artist and RNH Imports co-founder Aewura Adjoa, who advised fellow artists to diversify their income streams. Speaking on "The Career Trail" program, Adjoa stressed that while the arts can be lucrative, maintaining a side hustle or additional business venture is essential for long-term financial stability in an evolving market.

These diverse developments—ranging from high-level professional visits to international youth festivals and local strategic coaching—underscore a period of active growth and networking for Ghana’s business community. As the country strengthens its institutional ties with global bodies like CIMA and expands its footprint in international forums, the focus remains on equipping the next generation of leaders with the tools, partnerships, and financial strategies necessary to thrive in a competitive global economy.