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Daniel McKorley

Also known as: Mr. McKorley · Dr. McKorley · Dr McKorley · businessman and philanthropist Daniel McKorley · Dr Daniel McKorley · Dr. Daniel McKorley

Daniel McKorley — Executive Chairman of McDan Group, founder of Electrochem Ghana Limited, honoured for business and industrial contributions to Ghana.

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  1. June 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Dr Daniel McKorley, renowned entrepreneur, philanthropist, Executive Chairman of the McDan Group and founder of Electrochem Ghana Limited, has been honoured at the 10th Ghana CEO Summit in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Ghana’s industrial and economic development.

    McDan Group founder Dr Daniel McKorley Honoured at Ghana CEO Summit
  3. May 2026
  4. Joy Online

    Daniel McKorley, made his commentary debut at the Hitz FM Rep Your Jersey 2026. McDan, as he is affectionately known, was the special guest on the annual Champions League final viewing party, held at the Aviation Social Centre.

    McDan graces Hitz Rep Ur Jersey at Aviation Social Centre, makes commentary debut in UCL final
  5. Joy Online

    The McDan Group, therefore, views the publication and the narratives surrounding it as unfortunate, premature, and calculated attempts to undermine the hard-earned reputation, credibility, and integrity of the Group and its Executive Chairman, Dr Daniel McKorley.

    McDan Group’s response to GACL’s “buyer beware” notice on disputed Spintex land
  6. Joy Online

    The IMANI Africa executive also praised the work of Ghanaian businessman Daniel McKorley, popularly known as McDan, particularly ongoing developments in Ada.

    Kofi Bentil urges political tolerance to protect Ghanaian businesses and investment
  7. Joy Online

    In a gesture organisers described as characteristic of businessman and philanthropist Daniel McKorley, she received an undisclosed financial support package personally directed by him.

    McDan Youth Connect ignites entrepreneurship drive to tackle youth unemployment in Ghana
  8. Joy Online

    The Executive Chairman of the McDan Group, Dr Daniel McKorley, has extended the impact of the McDan Youth Connect initiative beyond entrepreneurship by engaging Zongo communities in Kumasi and Techiman through empowerment-focused outreach activities.

    McDan Youth Connect deepens community empowerment drive with outreach to Kumasi and Techiman Zongo communities
  9. Joy Online

    And that’s how she earned herself GhC 15,000 from Nii McKorley, an Agribusiness entrepreneur, son of Dr Daniel McKorley, as well as One Year Fully Sponsored Public Speaking Coaching from a renowned Public Speaking Professional, George Quaye.

    Drenched but Unbroken: The resilience of a BECE candidate at the McDan Youth Connect
  10. Joy Online

    Through its highly energetic “fast-pitch” sessions, young people present business ideas directly to Dr Daniel McKorley and his team for funding and mentorship support.

    2nd Adventist Edition of McDan Youth Connect inspires hope and enterprise
  11. April 2026
  12. Joy Online

    The recent honour bestowed on Daniel McKorley at the Ghana CEO Summit offers a compelling entry point into Ghana’s broader industrialisation discourse.

    Electrochem needs govt-MIIF support to unlock potential
  13. Joy Online

    The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has honoured business magnate Daniel McKorley, popularly known as McDan, with the Otumfuo Commemorative Gold Medal in recognition of his contribution to business, job creation and community development.

    Asantehene honours McDan with commemorative gold medal on 27th anniversary of his enstoolment

Friday 5 June

  1. Dr Daniel McKorley honoured at Ghana CEO Summit for contributions

    Dr Daniel McKorley, Executive Chairman of McDan Group and founder of Electrochem Ghana Limited, was honoured at the 10th Ghana CEO Summit for his outstanding contribution to Ghana's industrial and economic development, particularly through his leadership of Africa's largest salt mine.

    5 June 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 31 May

  1. McDan makes commentary debut at Hitz FM Champions League event

    Dr. Daniel McKorley, CEO of McDan Group of Companies, made his commentary debut at the Hitz FM Rep Your Jersey 2026 Champions League final viewing party at Aviation Social Centre, where he also provided free drinks for attendees.

    31 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 18 May

  1. McDan Group disputes GACL's buyer beware notice on Spintex land

    McDan Group has responded to a publication by Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) concerning a disputed parcel of land on Spintex Road, stating the matter is currently before the Court of Appeal and that all parties should exercise restraint from public commentary while the case is pending.

    18 May 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 16 May

  1. Kofi Bentil calls for political tolerance to protect businesses

    IMANI Africa's Kofi Bentil has urged Ghana to move beyond partisan politics and protect businesses from being targeted based on perceived political affiliations, warning that national investments risk underperformance when viewed through political lenses rather than in the national interest.

    16 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 12 May

  1. McDan Youth Connect hosts entrepreneurship pitch event in Techiman

    The Mid North Ghana Conference and McDan Foundation held the Adventist Edition of McDan Youth Connect at a Techiman church, where 14 young entrepreneurs pitched business ideas to address unemployment. AMSDA Green Lather Soap won GH¢20,000, with two other ventures receiving GH¢10,000 each; a physically challenged entrepreneur also received undisclosed financial support.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 11 May

  1. McDan Youth Connect expands empowerment work to Kumasi and Techiman Zongo

    Dr Daniel McKorley of the McDan Group extended the McDan Youth Connect initiative through outreach to Zongo communities in Kumasi and Techiman, including prayers at the Kumasi Zongo mosque and engagement with traditional leaders in Techiman. He announced plans for a zero-interest loan scheme to support women traders in the Techiman community.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 9 May

  1. BECE candidate braves flooded Kumasi roads to pitch business idea

    Alice Esinam, a BECE candidate from KNUST Senior High School, overcame heavy rain, flooded roads and traffic in Kumasi to reach the 2nd Adventist Edition of the McDan Youth Connect, where she pitched her mother's decade-old catering business to a panel of judges including Prophet Prakash.

    9 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. McDan Youth Connect's 2nd Adventist edition funds ten young entrepreneurs

    The McDan Youth Connect, a youth empowerment platform in Ghana, held its 2nd Adventist Edition in Kumasi, where ten young entrepreneurs pitched business ideas for funding and mentorship. Winners received cash prizes and support packages, including GH¢20,000 for the overall winner and additional backing for agribusiness and fashion ventures.

    9 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Electrochem needs government and MIIF support to unlock potential

    An opinion piece argues that symbolic recognition of Electrochem Ghana Limited and its leader at the Ghana CEO Summit must be backed by sustained strategic support from the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) to translate into real industrial transformation and unlock the salt industry's full potential.

    28 April 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 27 April

  1. Asantehene honours McDan with gold medal for business contributions

    The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has awarded business magnate Daniel McKorley the Otumfuo Commemorative Gold Medal in recognition of his contributions to business, job creation and community development. The honour was presented at the World-Meets-in-Ghana Executive Dinner Ball held at Manhyia Palace as part of celebrations marking the Asantehene's 27th coronation anniversary.

    27 April 2026 · Joy Online

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