Also known as: Mrs Asante-Asiedu · BoG Second Deputy Governor Matilda Asante-Asiedu · Mrs Matilda Asante-Asiedu · Mrs. Asante-Asiedu · Mrs. Matilda Asante-Asiedu
Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, advocating for financial inclusion, digital finance expansion, and women's leadership in banking.
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Joy Online
… Second Deputy Governor Matilda Asante-Asiedu has articulated this vision clearly: “We have built extraordinary payment rails, but we have not yet built equally extraordinary credit rails” . …
Digital engines of growth: The role and impact of ICT on SMEs in GhanaJoy Online
… Second Deputy Governor of the BoG, Matilda Asante-Asiedu, said Ghana had already developed much of the infrastructure needed to support large-scale financial innovation, making stronger coordination among institutions the next critical step. …
BoG urges stronger collaboration to scale digital finance and SME accessJoy Online
… Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Matilda Asante-Asiedu, said Ghana has made significant progress in digital payments but must now focus on building stronger digital credit systems to ensure businesses can use their transaction histories to access financing. …
BoG identifies $4.8bn annual SME financing gap, pushes digital data-driven lendingJoy Online
… Zakari Mumuni, Second Deputy Governor Matilda Asante-Asiedu, the Bank’s Head of Research, the Head of Treasury, and two external members.
MPC meets as inflation, cedi stability and global risks dominate agendaJoy Online
… Speaking at the meeting, the Chairperson of the African Financial Inclusion Policy Initiative (AfPI) and Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Mrs Matilda Asante-Asiedu, said Africa had made significant progress in expanding access to financial services but stressed that t …
African central banks commit to advancing financial inclusion and strengthening cybersecurity as Ghana champions continental agendaBusiness & Financial Times
… The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Mrs Matilda Asante-Asiedu, attended as Guest of Honour, underscoring the significance of the milestone and the contribution of strong financial institutions to Ghana’s development. …
Standard Chartered celebrates 130 years of partnership and progress with clientsBusiness & Financial Times
… The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Mrs Matilda Asante-Asiedu, attended as Guest of Honour, underscoring the significance of the milestone and the contribution of strong financial institutions to Ghana’s development. …
Standard Chartered celebrates 130 years of partnership, progress with clientsJoy Online
… The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Mrs Matilda Asante-Asiedu, attended as Guest of Honour, underscoring the significance of the milestone and the contribution of strong financial institutions to Ghana’s development. …
Standard Chartered celebrates 130 years of partnership and progress with clientsThe Ghanaian Times
The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Mrs Matilda Asante-Asiedu, has underscored the critical role of a free and responsible press in safeguarding public trust, promoting economic stability, and supporting national development. …
Responsible journalism crucial to promoting economic stability – Second Deputy GovernorBusiness & Financial Times
… Dr Joyce Aryee, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award; Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, honoured for Excellence in Governance; Matilda Asante-Asiedu, named Corporate Personality of the Year; COP Lydia Yaako Donkor, who received the Excellence in Public Service Award; and renowned film …
Ing. Dr Lucy Agyepong honoured at 2026 Ghana Women of the Year AwardsThe Executive Women Network has unveiled four flagship initiatives focused on leadership development, entrepreneurship, mentorship and collaboration during its 10-year anniversary conference in Accra. The two-day EWN@10 Conference & Expo brought together women leaders, business executives, entrepreneurs and policymakers to discuss career advancement, personal development and legacy.
2 hours ago · Daily Guide →
The Executive Women Network has unveiled four flagship initiatives focused on leadership development, entrepreneurship, mentorship and collaboration during its 10-year anniversary conference in Accra. The two-day EWN@10 Conference & Expo brought together women leaders, business executives, entrepreneurs and policymakers to discuss career advancement, personal development and legacy.
2 hours ago · Daily Guide →
The Executive Women Network has announced four flagship initiatives to strengthen women's leadership, entrepreneurship, mentorship and collaboration at its EWN@10 Conference & Expo in Accra. The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana called for stronger institutional support to ensure women have access to opportunities and visibility.
7 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Bank of Ghana's Second Deputy Governor said the central bank will support innovation that improves access to financial services and banking efficiency, while maintaining adequate safeguards to protect customers and financial stability. She stressed that innovation must be paired with sound governance and effective risk management, including operational resilience, cybersecurity, and data protection.
6 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Bank of Ghana clarified that Governor Dr Johnson Asiama ceased serving on the Ghana Gold Board in May 2026, with the Second Deputy Governor now representing the Bank on the board in compliance with statutory requirements.
28 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ghana Gold Board rejected claims that Bank of Ghana Governor Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama's departure from its board signals disagreement between the institutions. GoldBod said Asiama resigned from the board due to workload and nominated the BoG's Second Deputy Governor, Mrs Matilda Asante-Asiedu, to represent him under provisions of the Ghana Gold Board Act 2025.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Bank of Ghana Governor Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama has appointed Second Deputy Governor Matilda Asante-Asiedu to represent the central bank on the Ghana Gold Board, effective May 11, 2026. The appointment comes as questions have been raised about the Governor's own board membership and the relationship between the central bank and the state-owned gold trading institution.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Chief of Staff Nana Oye Bampoe Addo led a delegation of female government officials to pay a courtesy call on Nana Yaa Akyaa II, the newly nominated Asantehemaa, at Manhyia Palace in Kumasi on Monday, September 14, to extend goodwill and reaffirm collaboration between government and traditional leadership.
15 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chartered Institute of Bankers, Ghana has launched the 2026 edition of its flagship "Ghanaian Banker Magazine," a publication documenting the state of Ghana's banking industry and the Institute's role in professional standards. The launch occurred at CBEL Connect, an event attended by alumni, bank executives, and Bank of Ghana officials.
8 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Chartered Institute of Bankers, Ghana has launched the 2026 edition of the Ghanaian Banker Magazine, its flagship publication on the state of the country's banking industry. The launch event at Alisa Hotel brought together bank chief executives, council members, and Bank of Ghana officials to discuss industry issues.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana has defended its ongoing reforms in the microfinance and specialised deposit-taking institutions sector as critical to restoring confidence and strengthening institutional resilience. The reforms focus on capital adequacy, governance and risk management, and sector restructuring, intended to create stronger buffers against economic shocks and improve oversight.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's SMEs account for approximately 60% of GDP and over 90% of all businesses, but face severe structural challenges including a $4.8 billion annual financing gap and limited market access. Information and Communication Technology is emerging as a potential solution to bridge these gaps and unlock entrepreneur potential.
20 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana's Second Deputy Governor said Ghana has the infrastructure for financial innovation and needs stronger coordination among institutions to expand digital finance access, particularly for SMEs. She noted that mobile money platforms processed 954 million transactions valued at approximately GH¢493 billion in June 2026, and urged a shift from measuring financial inclusion by account holders to ensuring access to credit, insurance, and investment opportunities on fair terms.
19 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana has identified an estimated US$4.8 billion annual financing gap for small and medium-sized enterprises, noting that while the country has advanced digital payment infrastructure, this has not translated into accessible credit for businesses. Second Deputy Governor Matilda Asante-Asiedu called for stronger digital credit systems that would allow businesses to use their transaction histories to access financing.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Monetary Policy Committee begins a three-day meeting to assess economic developments, with inflation, cedi stability, and global tensions expected to dominate. The policy rate currently stands at 14%, and analysts expect the Committee may adopt a cautious "wait-and-see" approach rather than easing monetary policy, given renewed external risks from Middle East tensions and rising crude oil prices.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →
African central banks and financial sector leaders have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening financial inclusion and strengthening cybersecurity across the continent, with Ghana playing a leading role. The commitment was contained in the AfPI Leaders' Communiqué issued after deliberations in Luanda, Angola, where policymakers reviewed Africa's instant payment landscape, regulatory frameworks for MSMEs, and cybersecurity initiatives.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Standard Chartered Ghana held a commemorative client dinner to celebrate 130 years of service and partnership in the country, attended by clients, business leaders, regulators, and the Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana. The Bank's CEO reflected on its role supporting Ghana's economic growth across trade, infrastructure, manufacturing, agriculture, oil and gas, capital markets, and digital transformation since 1896.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Standard Chartered Ghana hosted a commemorative client dinner to celebrate 130 years of service and partnership in Ghana, attended by business leaders, regulators and stakeholders. The Bank's CEO highlighted its role supporting Ghana's economic growth across trade, infrastructure, manufacturing, agriculture, oil and gas, and digital transformation.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Standard Chartered Ghana hosted a commemorative client dinner to celebrate 130 years of service and partnership since 1896. The Bank of Ghana's Second Deputy Governor attended as Guest of Honour, and the CEO reflected on the bank's role in supporting Ghana's economic growth across trade, infrastructure, manufacturing, agriculture, oil and gas, and digital transformation.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana has highlighted the importance of a free and responsible press in safeguarding public trust and promoting economic stability, warning that misinformation and disinformation pose major threats to financial sector confidence and national development.
10 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Dr Lucy Agyepong, Vice President for Institutional Advancement at Academic City University, has been honoured with the Excellence in Education Award at the 2026 Ghana Women of the Year Honours in recognition of her outstanding contribution to higher education, institutional development and youth empowerment. She was among twelve distinguished women honoured across various sectors including governance, public service, business, humanitarian work, creative arts and entrepreneurship.
10 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Dr Lucy Agyepong, Vice President for Institutional Advancement at Academic City University, has been honoured with the Excellence in Education Award at the 2026 Ghana Women of the Year Honours in recognition of her contributions to higher education, institutional development and youth empowerment. Agyepong was among twelve distinguished women honoured across various sectors.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana has urged businesses and investors to make financial decisions based on present market needs rather than speculation against the Cedi, warning that such speculation could undermine confidence in the foreign exchange market. The central bank says recent macroeconomic indicators have strengthened the Cedi and that foreign reserves continue to build.
4 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Bank of Ghana has urged businesses and economic actors to make financial decisions based on prevailing market fundamentals rather than speculation, warning that speculative activities could undermine confidence in the foreign exchange market and pressure the cedi. The Second Deputy Governor stressed that transactions driven by genuine demand and underlying economic conditions will help preserve cedi stability as authorities work to sustain recent exchange rate gains.
3 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Senior financial sector figures at The Money Summit 2026 agreed that Ghana has restored macroeconomic stability after a difficult adjustment period, with inflation falling to 3.4 percent and interest rates declining significantly, but warned that significant structural weaknesses continue to threaten the recovery's sustainability.
3 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana's financial sector assets expanded by 23.2 percent in 2025 to GH¢647.25 billion, according to the Bank of Ghana, reflecting improved stability and resilience across banks and regulated institutions as macroeconomic conditions improved following debt restructuring challenges. The sector showed stronger profitability and solvency indicators, with total assets representing 45.1 percent of gross domestic product.
21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana's financial sector recorded significant growth in 2025, with total sector assets expanding by 23.2 per cent to GH¢647.25 billion, equivalent to 45.1 per cent of GDP. The Second Deputy Governor disclosed this during the launch of the Financial Stability Review, noting that while the sector has navigated macroeconomic shocks and debt restructuring risks, new risks are emerging that require financial institutions to reassess their business models.
20 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Bank of Ghana's Second Deputy Governor announced new policy initiatives including a conglomerate supervision framework to improve oversight of financial groups and reduce regulatory arbitrage. The central bank has also tasked the Financial Stability Council's Technical Committee with developing a risk matrix to monitor risks in the virtual assets space following the passage of the Virtual Assets Service Providers Act, 2025.
18 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's financial sector total assets reached GH¢647.25 billion in 2025, representing 45.1% of GDP, as real GDP growth accelerated to 6.0%. The milestone reflects the sector's recovery from previous economic turbulence, with inflation declining to 5.4% and growth driven largely by services and agriculture.
15 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Nana Akua Maafo-Dosoo, Chief Executive Officer of the LB Group, was named Activist of the Year at the 2026 Glitz Africa Women's Awards in recognition of her leadership and advocacy for sustainability and responsible development.
12 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana says Africa has leapfrogged in digital and financial inclusion through innovation, but implementation and skills development remain challenges. She called for a shift from policy discussions to building infrastructure that supports innovation, creates jobs, and develops future-ready skills.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →