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Sam Jonah

Also known as: Mr Jonah · Sir Sam Jonah · M Jonah

Sam Jonah — Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, praised for contributions to Ghana's development across various sectors.

2026-04-252026-06-15

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  1. June 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Caveman Watches has established itself as a timepiece of choice among presidents, global icons and cultural tastemakers, counting President John Dramani Mahama, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Sir Sam Jonah, Beyoncé, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, Angélique Ki

    Anthony Dzamefe’s Caveman Watches earns Forbes Africa spotlight
  3. May 2026
  4. Business & Financial Times

    Bouabid also met with Ghanaian business leader and member of the Presidential Committee on the Economy, Sir Sam Jonah, who shared valuable insights on the country’s macroeconomic outlook, drawing from his extensive leadership experience and current advisory role.

    Bank of Africa Group CEO pays working  visit
  5. April 2026
  6. Joy Online

    Ibrahim Mahama, CEO of Dzata Group Holding Limited, has generously donated GHC120million for 10 blocks of 16 units each as part of the replacement programme.” The fundraising luncheon for this project was held last Saturday at the Ghana Military Academy, chaired by Sir Sam Jonah

    No Military lands given to Ibrahim Mahama — Defence Ministry dismisses claims
  7. Daily Guide

    Mahamudu Bawumia; Sir Sam Jonah; the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno; and Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, among others.

    Mahama Extols Otumfuo Over 27 Years Reign
  8. The Ghanaian Times

    Delivering the keynote address, renowned Ghanaian businessman, Sam Jonah, described the listing as a defining moment in Ghana’s economic development and called for increased local participation in corporate ownership.

    ZEN Petroleum lists on GSE, IPO raises GH¢970m
  9. Business & Financial Times

    Delivering his keynote address at the listing ceremony at GSE in Accra, renowned businessman Sir Sam Jonah, who described himself as a “strong supporter” of ZEN Petroleum, emphasised that the company’s oversubscribed IPO represents trust in the company’s future.

    ZEN Petroleum extends strong debut with near 10% gain
  10. Joy Online

    Special Guest of Honour, Sam Jonah, underscored the human dimension of the housing crisis, estimating the accommodation deficit at about 14,000 units.

    GAF rallies support to tackle military housing deficit
  11. Joy Online

    Otumfuo also praised Sir Sam Jonah and other Ghanaian businesses contributing to national development across various sectors.

    Otumfuo praises KGL Group, Alex Daddey for driving Ghana’s development
  12. Joy Online

    Ghanaian businessman and Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, Sam Jonah, has commended the leadership of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, describing it as a compelling model for advancing global peace at a time of mounting international uncertainty.

    The world needs “leaders like Otumfuo” – Sam Jonah
  13. Joy Online

    Renowned Ghanaian businessman and Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, Sam Jonah, has praised the leadership of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II as a model for global peace, citing his sustained commitment to dialogue and conflict resolution.

    ‘World needs leaders like Otumfuo’ – Sam Jonah hails Asantehene’s global peace Influence
Business

Caveman Watches founder featured in Forbes Africa 2026

The News

Anthony Mensah Dzamefe's Ghanaian luxury watchmaker Caveman Watches has earned a feature in Forbes Africa Ghana 2026: Africa Undiscovered Edition, recognized for reshaping perceptions of African-made luxury products and positioning Ghana as a hub for world-class craftsmanship. The brand has grown to serve customers across Africa, Europe, North America, and the Middle East.

9 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Caveman Watches founder featured in Forbes Africa 2026

    Anthony Mensah Dzamefe's Ghanaian luxury watchmaker Caveman Watches has earned a feature in Forbes Africa Ghana 2026: Africa Undiscovered Edition, recognized for reshaping perceptions of African-made luxury products and positioning Ghana as a hub for world-class craftsmanship. The brand has grown to serve customers across Africa, Europe, North America, and the Middle East.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Bank of Africa Group CEO concludes Ghana working visit

    The Group Chief Executive Officer of Bank of Africa, Mr. Amine Bouabid, concluded a two-day official working visit to Ghana, meeting with government officials and stakeholders to reaffirm the Group's commitment to the Ghanaian market and support economic growth through strategic partnerships and SME development.

    6 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Defence Ministry denies military land given to Ibrahim Mahama

    The Deputy Minister of Defence has dismissed claims that military lands were allocated to business executive Ibrahim Mahama for private development, stating the allegations are false. He explained that the Ghana Armed Forces is instead running a self-help housing initiative to replace dilapidated colonial-era structures at Burma Camp, for which Mahama donated GHC120 million toward 160 housing units.

    29 April 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 28 April

  1. President Mahama hails Asantehene's 27 years of leadership

    President John Dramani Mahama has described Otumfuo Osei Tutu II as a national asset whose peace mediation skills have helped restore peace in Dagbon and Bawku over his 27-year reign. Mahama praised the Asantehene's sacrifice of time, energy and resources in service to the nation.

    28 April 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. ZEN Petroleum lists on GSE, IPO raises GH¢970 million

    ZEN Petroleum Holdings PLC has listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange, with its IPO oversubscribed by 94 per cent and raising GH¢970 million, exceeding its initial target of GH¢500 million. The company's Managing Director said the listing marks the beginning of a new phase aimed at expanding operations and deepening the company's contribution to Ghana's economic development.

    28 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 27 April

  1. ZEN Petroleum shares gain nearly 10% in second trading day

    ZEN Petroleum Holdings' shares climbed nearly 10 percent on their second day of trading on the Ghana Stock Exchange on Thursday, April 23, 2026, following a heavily oversubscribed IPO that raised GH¢640 million. The listing, the first by an indigenous private downstream sector company, boosted the GSE Composite Index up 1.18 percent, though analysts warned that institutional investor dominance may stifle price discovery.

    27 April 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  2. GAF launches fundraising effort to address military housing shortage

    The Ghana Armed Forces has held a fundraising luncheon to support the redevelopment of Burma Camp and address a housing deficit affecting thousands of servicemen and women. Senior military leadership cited deteriorating colonial-era barracks and increased operational demands as drivers of the accommodation gap.

    27 April 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 26 April

  1. Otumfuo commends KGL Group's Alex Daddey for Ghana development

    Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II praised Alex Appau Daddey and KGL Group as an outstanding Ghanaian enterprise, highlighting the company's construction of a mental health facility, payment of GH₵153 million in taxes this year, and sponsorship support. Otumfuo also commended other Ghanaian businesses including Sir Sam Jonah's for contributing to national development across various sectors.

    26 April 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 25 April

  1. Sam Jonah praises Asantehene's leadership model for global peace

    Sam Jonah, Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, has commended Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's leadership at a 27th anniversary gala in Kumasi, describing his commitment to dialogue and mediation as a credible alternative to confrontation-driven global politics and a model the world should emulate.

    25 April 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Sam Jonah praises Otumfuo's global peace leadership and influence

    Businessman Sam Jonah has praised Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's leadership as a model for global peace, citing his 27 years of commitment to dialogue and conflict resolution. Jonah highlighted the Asantehene's 2019 UN address on the culture of peace, positioning him as a global voice needed in an increasingly volatile world.

    25 April 2026 · Joy Online

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