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Pearl Nkrumah

Also known as: Ms. Nkrumah · Ms. Pearl Nkrumah

Pearl Nkrumah — Managing Director of Access Bank Ghana, leading expansion in cocoa financing and regional economic development.

2026-05-122026-07-30

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  1. May 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Pearl Nkrumah, Managing Director, Access Bank Ghana, said the support for cocoa purchasing, which started with a GH₵100 million budget five years ago, had increased to boost Ghana’s exports and agricultural sector.

    Access Bank Ghana budgets GH¢1bn for cocoa purchases in 2025
  3. The Ghanaian Times

    The Managing Director of Access Bank (Ghana) PLC, Ms Pearl Nkrumah, has reaffirmed the Bank’s commitment to driving economic growth in the Ashanti Region, acknowledging the region’s significant contribution to Ghana’s economy.

    Access Bank deepens commitment to drive economic growth in Ashanti Region
  4. Joy Online

    The Managing Director of Access Bank (Ghana) PLC, Pearl Nkrumah, has reaffirmed the Bank’s commitment to driving economic growth in the Ashanti Region, acknowledging the region’s significant contribution to Ghana’s economy.

    Access Bank deepens commitment to drive economic growth in Ashanti Region
  5. Joy Online

    The announcement was made during a press soirée held in Kumasi, where the Managing Director of Access Bank Ghana, Pearl Nkrumah, reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with the media in support of national development.

    Access Bank Ghana donates GH¢50,000 to support Ashanti Press Centre project

Friday 24 July

  1. Access Bank Ghana wins two Euromoney awards for consumer and SME banking

    Access Bank Ghana has won Best Bank for Consumer Lending and Best Bank for SMEs at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026. The awards are part of 16 honors secured by the Access Bank Group across its African operations this year, recognizing the bank's expanded lending portfolio and support for individuals and small businesses.

    24 July 2026 · Daily Guide

Thursday 23 July

  1. Access Bank Ghana wins Best Bank awards at Euromoney 2026

    Access Bank Ghana Plc has been named Best Bank for Consumer Lending and Best Bank for SMEs at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, part of 16 awards won by the Access Bank Group across its African operations.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Access Bank Ghana reports 14.9% balance sheet growth, shifts to earnings focus

    Access Bank (Ghana) Plc reported a record balance sheet of GH¢19.02 billion for 2025, up 14.9% year-on-year, supported by deposit growth of 11.5% to GH¢14.54 billion and loan book expansion of 36.7% to GH¢5.06 billion. The bank is now prioritizing disciplined earnings growth, operating efficiency, and risk-adjusted returns through a three-pillar strategy of Grow, Transform, and Protect.

    24 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Access Bank Ghana expands balance sheet, pivots to earnings growth

    Access Bank (Ghana) reported a record balance sheet of GH¢19.02 billion for 2025, a 14.9% year-on-year increase driven by deposit growth, expanded lending, and retained earnings. The bank is now shifting focus from balance sheet expansion to disciplined earnings growth, operational efficiency, and risk-adjusted returns.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 5 June

  1. Access Bank appoints two new executive directors for retail and wholesale

    Access Bank (Ghana) Plc has appointed Eugene Ocansey as Executive Director, Retail and SME Banking, and Nana Kwabena Afoom as Executive Director, Wholesale Banking, following Bank of Ghana regulatory approval. The executives bring more than four decades of combined experience in retail banking, SME development, corporate and institutional banking, digital transformation, and risk management.

    5 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Thursday 4 June

  1. Access Bank Ghana appoints two new executive directors

    Access Bank (Ghana) PLC has appointed Eugene Ocansey as Executive Director for Retail and SME Banking and Nana Kwabena Afoom as Executive Director for Wholesale Banking, following Bank of Ghana approval. The two executives bring more than four decades of combined experience in retail banking, SME development, and corporate banking.

    4 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Access Bank Ghana appoints two Executive Directors

    Access Bank (Ghana) PLC has announced the appointment of Eugene Ocansey as Executive Director, Retail and SME Banking, and Nana Kwabena Afoom as Executive Director, Wholesale Banking, following regulatory approval from the Bank of Ghana. The two appointees bring more than four decades of combined experience in retail banking, SME development, corporate and institutional banking, digital transformation, and risk management.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Access Bank Ghana expands Kumasi operations, reports 36.7% loan growth

    Access Bank Ghana conducted a five-day strategic visit to Kumasi in May 2026, reaffirming its commitment to expanding operations and supporting businesses. The bank recorded significant growth in 2025, including total assets of GH¢19.0 billion and a 36.7 per cent increase in its loan book to GH¢5.06 billion.

    2 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Access Bank management introduces new MD to Otumfuo

    Access Bank Ghana's management visited Manhyia Palace in Kumasi to introduce its Managing Director, Pearl Nkrumah, to the Asantehene. The bank plans to expand in Kumasi and invest in infrastructure, education, agriculture and industry to support development in the region.

    19 May 2026 · The Chronicle

Monday 18 May

  1. Access Bank disburses GH₵1bn for cocoa production

    Access Bank PLC in partnership with the International Finance Corporation has disbursed approximately GH₵1billion to support cocoa production and purchases as part of efforts to boost agricultural development and strengthen the country's export sector. The bank's Managing Director said the initiative began with an annual allocation of GH₵100million, grew to about GH₵900million last year, and now exceeds GH₵1billion with the IFC partnership.

    18 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Friday 15 May

  1. Access Bank Ghana allocates GH¢1bn for cocoa purchases 2025

    Access Bank Ghana, partnering with the International Finance Corporation, has set aside GH¢1 billion in 2025 to support cocoa-licensed buying companies and value chain actors. The bank also plans to extend support to other cash crops including cashew and shea, and has disbursed single-digit-rate loans to agribusinesses through the Mastercard Foundation.

    15 May 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 14 May

  1. Access Bank pledges support for Ashanti Region economic growth

    Access Bank's Managing Director has reaffirmed the bank's commitment to driving economic growth in the Ashanti Region, highlighting support for small and medium enterprises, particularly women-led and youth-owned businesses, and announcing a GH¢50,000 donation toward the Kumasi Regional Press Center project.

    14 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Access Bank reaffirms support for SMEs in Ashanti Region

    The Managing Director of Access Bank (Ghana) PLC has reaffirmed the bank's commitment to driving economic growth in the Ashanti Region, highlighting continuous support for small and medium enterprises, particularly women-led and youth-owned businesses through its "W" Initiative and SME Clinics in Kumasi. The bank announced a GHS 50,000 donation towards the completion of the Kumasi Regional Press Centre project.

    14 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Access Bank Ghana donates GH¢50,000 to Ashanti Press Centre

    Access Bank Ghana has donated GH¢50,000 towards the construction of the Ashanti Regional Press Centre Project being led by the Ghana Journalists Association. The Managing Director stated the bank is committed to supporting the media as a partner in national development.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online

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