He Sold All His Properties in America and Europe to Set up a Solar Powered Shopping Mall in Ghana!!
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He sold all his properties in America and Europe to set up A Solar powered shopping mall in Ghana!!
In this video, we'll be talking to the founder of A Solar powered shopping mall in GHANa, He sold all his properties in America and Europe to set up this mall.
If you're interested in understanding how he sustained A&C mall for so many years, then this is the video for you. We'll be talking to He about his experience, the mall's history, and the challenges he faced along the way. This is definitely a video you don't want to miss!
A&C Development was founded by Andrew and Cecilia Asamoah, the main objective of the company is to develop first-class, ultra-modern commercial lifestyle centers in Ghana.
Over nearly two decades, A&C has earned a reputation for creativity and innovation in the building industry and is perhaps best known for its flagship project A&C Mall - the first mall in Ghana, which evolved into the first mixed-use center, with a gross leasable area of 30,000m² laid out over five acres of prime land in the heart of Accra’s largest residential mid- to a high-end community of East Legon.
He built his first house at the age of 26 and at 68, Mr. Andrew Kwabena Asamoah, Executive Chairman of A & C Development Co. Ltd, which owns the A & C Shopping Mall (now A&C Square) at East Legon in Accra, is nowhere near taking a break from getting structures off the ground.
A former World Health Organisation (WHO) director, Mr. Asamoah had to brace enormous risk and defy various advice that malls would not do well in Ghana to construct the first landmark shopping mall in the country, the A&C Shopping Mall, which today has many other facilities.
Being a monument with astronomical investment, constructing the mall was not attractive even to the financial services sector and it took the tenacity and leadership of Mr. Asamoah to get the facility off the ground.
The executive chairman, therefore, went by a prudent plan to build the facility in phases; the main mall with a car park and children’s playground; a fitness center with an Olympic-size swimming pool, and two office blocks in two phases.
Not only did the facility put the country on the world stage, but it also brought a befitting status to the country as a growing economy with a growing middle class. Today, not only has the Andrew and Cecilia (A&C) Development Co he found making inroads in the real estate and consumer shopping sub-sectors, the Capital Finance International - a reputable print journal and online resource reporting on business, economics, and finance - has awarded Mr. Asamoah with the Corporate Leadership Award for 2013.
Andy is a brick-and-mortar sort of person, who likes everything construction, and real estate, explaining his passion to build his first house at age 26, to fulfill a desire to move his parents from a rented apartment into one they could call their own.
A&C Development is a fast-growing real estate and construction company that is building properties in many parts of the capital city, its flagship being the shopping mall.
In line with his philosophy to keep improving services and facilities on the premises to “wow” patrons of the mall, the company is continuously developing structures, improving services, and transforming the place to attract customers.
A&C Development has completed the construction of phase two fitness center and swimming pool and a third phase business plaza. The final phase four, a combination of an upscale retail and office plaza, is also completed. The expansion includes an underground car park.
Already, the company’s office and residential properties at East Legon, Dzorwulu, and other parts of the city are at different stages of development.
Career
After obtaining a General Certificate of Education (G.C.E.) Ordinary Level and RSA certificate from Ghana, Mr. Asamoah qualified as a lawyer and obtained certificates in public relations, journalism, and many other disciplines from other jurisdictions.
Mr. Asamoah has had a fruitful career with the World Health Organisation (WHO), which started at the prime age of 22. His work within the WHO has taken him to the WHO Regional Office for Africa in Brazzaville, Congo, Nigeria right up to the WHO headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.
His hard work at WHO saw him rise through the ranks into various positions, including Chief of Personnel; Special Adviser to the Director-General of WHO on Constitutional Reforms and Regional Arrangements, and Director, Career Development Service/Global Security Coordinator.
He retired as the Director of Administration and Finance at the Regional WHO Office for Europe in Copenhagen, Denmark.
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From this interview, I will be shopping in A&C Mall now, and this man spook no one single tribalistic in his speech this is the kind of businessman we need in Ghana. hands down, respect Man
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@rosahacketts1668
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What do you mean by tribalistic
@cashempiregh
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@@rosahacketts1668 take it the way you understand it.
@eileenwatt8283
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@@ODANANETWORK This one of your best interviews. When I come to Ghana I'll stay close to the A and C mall . It has everything I would need. He should run for president.
@sheritacotten5293
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well said we need more business people like him in the USA have to visit Ghana to shop at this mall
This man is a generational thinker.He said "l've plan in such a way that I may not be there but the plan is there and the plan will continue". Words of wisdom
@kissphamous5451
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Ryt
This man is a leader, he should run for President I will vote for him. You can tell he is an honest man. I’m so proud of him!!!!!!
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@sheritacotten5293
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well said my name sake bless you
@use828
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It will take decades in Africa for people like this to rise to positions of leadership. They can't fit into the political system as is presently filled with Morons criminals thugs and ritualists. For us to have people like these in our polity, from Nigeria as a case study a Nigerian. We need to encourage our children and the youth to be a party ,registered members of political parties and maybe in a decade a two , a change of systems and ideologies philosophies begin to metamorphosis gradually into new thoughts for Self less leadership and not callous corrupt clueless rulers who export our commonwealth buying properties in Europe US etc. Once we get our Leadership right in Africa, we will be where we ought to be. Imagine that this great man said he has not received any support from the Ghanaian government 😕. How sad!! But these same govts in Ghana and my country Nigeria will quickly rush to support the Lebanese and Indians because of kickbacks roundtripping of the funds they give them.
I could listen to my brother all day. I only found out earlier this year that it was Ghanaian owned. Thank you for bringing his story.🙏🏽🔥✨️♥️
This video should be taught in schools. She's asking all the right questions, and this guy is amazing with his insights. What a wonderful man.
If I was a Ghanaian and this man ran for president I would vote for him coz he understands the problems that Ghana and Africa has and he also has the solutions. Africa we must start producing and stop importing so we can slowly climb out of poverty. Thank u doc u are a great African.
This man is in a class of his own, he is an inspiration, Africa needs more Dr Asamoah's.
@adrianwillis66
Жыл бұрын
And the solar piwered Mall. To avoid load sharing and mimi blackouts like SA is very wise.
I'm not from an African country but this is the best interview I'm seen in a long time, he was right on point, stop complaining about what's wrong and make a conscious decision and change something, you will never be in another country as foreigner because they will always consider you as an outsiders. Hats off to Mr A&C.
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@denatora7142
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My brother its not as easy as you think. Its like saying to a person from a country where they experiencing dictatorship and laugh at them or think they are stupid for not rising up against the dictator e.g russia. A lot of factors is at play here that I cant begin to list but I think Africa as a continent need revolution. There has to be an African revolution or at least a section of the continent.
@lilacer6841
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@@denatora7142 is Russia a dictatorship? In any case what dies Russia have to do with this interview?
@pearlfiattor4586
Жыл бұрын
Well said
@adeniyialale4291
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@@lilacer6841 the guy is talking rubbish 😆 🤣 😂
This man is absolutely brilliant and that’s what Ghana and Africa needs. His mindset and ideas are incredible and I would really recommend diasporans looking to start businesses in Ghana to watch this episode of Dentaa. Once again Dentaa, you’ve done a wonderful interview…thank you.
@ODANANETWORK
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This man needs to be the President of a United Africa.
Bravo. Glad you asked those crucial questions. Glad he gave great answers. Problem is, the African leaders don't listen to experienced folks like this man. He is all round perfect Ghanaian. Accountability is missing. Corrupt government officials aren't getting fired.
Hello Dentaa! Unfortunately the banks had no vision.....maybe the individuals were also jealous. I am so glad that it is owned by a Ghanaian.💫⚡️🔥👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Vision in motion. Classic generational wealth building.
Much respect to this man. A true elder of wisdom and knowledge. A family man. This is the type of father or mentor that many people, including myself, wish they had growing up. Salute!
I am so happy that I was able to hear this interview. This man's life truly epitomizes what a true human being ought to be. There are so many lessons that you can learn from just listening to him: one man married to and having one family with one wife; futuristic planning; vision; honesty; caring for his staff, caring for his tenants; respect for other human beings; honesty and patriotism to name a few of his sound qualities. He is a true father figure and great example to young men. This is the kind of person the world needs. Well done bro, you are truly blessed.
Yes honesty,that is the key word in business management, no business, can grow,if owner think he is smart, African problem is honesty,
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I had the pleasure of spending an hour or so with Mrs Cecilia when I was last in Ghana - such a gentle, kind and nurturing soul. Mrs Cecilia had some very valuable advise on the same lines as those shared by her husband in this video. They and many others have set some significant examples; no one will fix your house for you, you have to take steps to that yourself. Our land is blessed with so much, we must maximise the blessings. Thank you Dentaa and team for bringing us more inspiration from the motherland. #MakeOurNationGreatAndStrong
In life you have to be disciplined to achieve your goals. This honorable man is speaking my language. I salute you and your family!
YES!! This is how you do it to help your country. The ALMIGHTY GOD WILL BLESS YOU AND YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY AND ALL GHANAIANS IN JESUS MIGHTY NAME.
Dentaa, this man LOVES his country Ghana with his whole being! I feel like crying right now! Tears of joy I mean 🥹🥹Really! He has spoken well and in truth but nothing else! So far he’s one of the few people that I think they really LOVE and have Ghana at heart. Please we need second or more interview of this WISDOM man! Mr. Asamoah! God bless you and your wife and your children and their children and your whole generations of families to come! Ghana needs more people like you! Mr. Asamoah, even though I haven’t met or know you before but, you have end my endless respect. Dentaa, God bless you for bringing this original celebrity to the spotlight this time!🥰👏🏾🫶🏾
I am African and Somali This man is good business man and also true African every thing he saying inspired me The problem my Somalian people we know how to be successful overseas but we have problems to build our homeland more than 30 years And a lot country want Somalia and Somaliland to stay that way they’re hope fully we will come over Inshallah 😮
@vackerbrun
Жыл бұрын
When there is always conflict in a country When the people moved away to another land they won’t think of buildning back in such. Somalians are good, beautiful people but i understand Why many don’t don’t develope. I know that some build house back home . I pray for peace and unity in Somalia. As somali land and somalia don’t agree on the division now. May God peace heal every Africa country that is in situation of disagreement so We all stand stronger against them western haters. Stay bless
He is a Visionary!!!!
@ODANANETWORK
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Definitely
@lovelaceowusu-asante1725
Жыл бұрын
I really like his energy and wisdom .
When A&C Mall was opened in 2002, I was living in East Legon and I was marvelled by it and then when Accra Mall opened up I saw business slow down for A&C and thought to myself it was over for them but it wasn't! It got bigger and better soon after and till today I am amazed and after watching this interview, I now understand why - He is a wise man with a great vision and you can't stop that! I have mad respect for him and his wife and family. I'm inspired.
I could listen to this brother all day everyday for so many different reasons. I feel so proud of him.He's not just saying it he's doing it, he's a visionary and he's speaking to all of us. Adana I have to say this is one of the best interviews I've listened to in a while.
I am so thankful that my sister shared this video with me. We are Americans from Detroit, MI. Excellent interview, beautiful mall and beautiful people! I plan to visit Ghana one day and will definitely visit the mall. Peace & Blessings!
Thank you Dentaa for having Chairman Andy. Please we want Part 2 because he is full of wisdom. We want more. Very inspirational history
Wow, this brother talked about his Queen behind the throne. I love the fact that he talked about not having alot of women and different baby mothers. Family oriented and treating people right, what a concept.
@sheritacotten5293
Жыл бұрын
so many well said comments
@sanusiusman9282
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Thank you so much for bringing this wise man on, he said nothing but facts! These videos are what we need to help us in the diaspora get our mind straight to do better for our country
@ODANANETWORK
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Well done to the lovely couple.Wishing them long and healthy life and more success in their business ventures..Greetings from Trinidad and Tobago.
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That brotha is brilliant! He has the right mindset. I agreed with everything that man said. I’m not Ghanaian, but the stuff he talkin bout is what I want my brothas and sistas to be on here in the US. We have to start think less of ourselves as individuals and more about our community as a whole.
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@joycewilliams1017
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Your right because that's what a success story looks like. Many other's are already doing this and your seeing how successful they are. Make that change, man in the mirror.
Wow I'm inspired. Dentaa can you tell this man to please setup a program to teach leadership and mentor alot of Ghanaians so they can take up roles across the country and lift up our nation
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@natewatl9423
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A splendid idea: an institute to train more to follow in these footsteps! It would be a business program analogous to the Obama program for civic programs!
WOW this is the best interview I have ever watched, so much important points. I need to come back to Ghana and help build our country.
Such a humble man of integrity Mr Asamoah .
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This is the definition of a PATRIARCH. This was very inspiring! LEGACY!
JAH bless this Uncle🙌🏿 very wise. Hope a lot of brothers and sisters are listening and learning from his advice. Let’s make African great again. ✊🏿🖤
Ghana will change in 10 years, we have to find our place now.
@ODANANETWORK
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True talk
@georgeappiah8314
Жыл бұрын
I HOPE SO, BECAUSE I HAVE SEEN SOO MANY CHANGES ABOUT OUR THINKING, THAT GIVES ME HOPE
Anytime I listen to him I am inspired and it makes me feel my dreams are achievable. Good work Dentaa
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@31:05 What I appreciated about Sierra Leone is that we make sure everything is in our currency. There is no option to pay in another currency. Economist say that once a country starts to allow dollars to be used in everyday circulation that is is very hard to reverse so I hope Ghana quickly addresses this or the Cedi will be forever doomed. Liberia has experienced this and USD dominates there. On a wider note, I hope that ECOWAS does not give up on the planned common currency for all of ECOWAS called the Eco which is supposed to launch in 2027.
What I get from this interview is “the government has to make conscious effort”.
These are the kind of brains that Africa need. What an inspiration
👏✊a lot of knowledge and gems in this interview, he when in at 25:00 "Leadership by example is how you can instill patriotism in the citizenry"
This gentleman is very intellectual. He should be the president of Ghana because he’s talking facts.
it seems as if Accra is the Atlanta of Africa. I been to Yaoundé and Abuja. I must visit Accra in 2023z
Father Asamoah, very humbling with the magnitude of knowledge. Humility, wisdom, understanding, and worth. Thank you very much-needed. Odana once agian. well done.
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I shopped there when I was in Accra but didn't know the story. Absolutely inspiring 🙌! Next time I visit the Motherland I will try to go to Ghana again. Lovely people and beautiful country ❤
Love this guy! it's not about the money its the content that the little has done has brought prosperity to people This who we praise, not those thieves and bastards that steal from our coffers Love from Nigeria! God punish Nigerian leaders
Am glad he is saying this, Africa is a land of opportunities, I keep saying this but people don’t believe me
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@helenacquaye1769
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Wonderful. God bless our Nation Ghana. We all need to emulate Dr Asamoah God being our helper
A true visionary!! " Without change there will be no progress'..Setting a great example for the future....Leadership is key to moving the continent and our countries forward....
Dentaa this is one of the best interviews I have watched on KZread. Very inspiring for me!
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Wade Maya interviewed his son Kwabena Asamoah 2 years ago 🤩 congratulations for the amazing creativity.
@14:26 I like this cylinder piece of the Ghanaian flag. I am curious where he bought it from. It is a nice looking decorative piece
@JE-wx9pw
18 күн бұрын
Very observant. It's nice
I'm still speechless 💯💯. hhmm we have to work together and think hard to turn things in a positive direction
This man you have a lot wisdom that can rule a country. Thank you Dentaa for this great content.
@ODANANETWORK
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Glad you think so!
I like how you asked him "who will take over the business when he's gone without asking him directly ". I was wondering if this would continue after he passes but he answered. I'm beginning to think to get the best customer service in Ghana is to do business with diasporians. It will reduce a lot of stress.
@sos9020
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Bingo! How can they be it, if they don't see it from the one who knows?
This man has a lot wisdom. African Leaders should be sitting with a man like this to change the conditions of their people. Great interview!
What an inspiring man! This is what real leadership and business acumen looks like in Ghana 🇬🇭 One of the most inspiring interviews I’ve watched to date!
Woooow this man just dropped knowledge worth Millions $$ for FREEEEE !!! Thank you Sir
Wode Maya interviewed him on his Channel great interview 💞💞🇧🇧🇨🇦
@brofutv1853
Жыл бұрын
That was the son
I love that this businessman is HONEST, transparent and sensible...like Kwame Toure said," If you take care of the people, they will take care of you..."
It is crazy how much the social and economical challenges he describes in Ghana mirror what we have here in Barbados.
I'm so proud of this couple.
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This interview is an inspiration for me ❤️.
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This man is an inspiration to all who are want to help build up the country. The government needs to be more supportive to the Ghanaian people.
Damn, I’m so highly impressed with this man. He needs to be working in the government. I will make it my business to shop at this place.
I love this man. God has also bless him with a good wife. May God bless them all. This man is toooooooo wise. Please let learn more from him. We need him to be our President. ODANA please interview him again and again. I would like to listen to him every day.
Mr. Asamoah, God bless you. Dentaa, you are doing an awesome job.
Am personally inspired greatly. Dr Asamoah,you are a legend. You touched on the issue on my heart there. You had challenges of local banks not giving you finance. I faced the same challenges and gave up in Zimbabwe. Governments across Africa need to open up opportunities for indigenous people with great ideas to get on the ladder.
Wooowww. I was at that mall every single day when I was in Ghana and I did not know any of this. I remember looking at all the solar panels and I didn't think anything about it. But this is a wonderful success story. I didn't know that the gas station next door was related to the mall.
What a man Ghanaian politician's please don't fight this man rather go and lean things from him, I feel blessed to have watched him God bless you Mr.
May God give this man long life and he needs to talk a lot more on social media… He has a worth of knowledge….have learnt a lot watching this video…. Am living in UK and planning to invest in Ghana.. move back home…GOD help us to move back and contribute to the growth of our Motherland Ghana ❤
The man in the mould and mindset of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. God bless you for your vision.
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Dr. Asamoah is an inspiration. Thank you Dentaa for this interview.
Insightful comments on how African governments are slow to embrace indeginous businesses but quick supporting outsiders.Inspiring wisdom and achievements ,Dr Asmoah.
@DaDa-D
Жыл бұрын
Dr Asmoah. Is a man of great wisdom Africa’s problem is it’s leaders they lack wisdom and vision. They sign documents that rob, the nation of the future. I do believe changes is coming for the better.
This gentleman is a very wise man; I cannot disagree with anything he has said. He needs to be elevated to the Prime Minister; he really has some very good ideas for promoting the country.
I admire elder asamoah business model. May Allah bless him.
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Love the idea of taking a mall to oyi/dodowa!
That is so interesting, I was telling someone the same thing about Arabs in Dearborn Mi, they have their children at the business learning. Very few Blacks in America teach their children anything.
@shirleygrimes2522
2 ай бұрын
Wise man i wish him all the best on his journey.
See sense, this man is full of wisdom, how I wish this interview can reach the people upstairs 😪😔
My thoughts of not going back to Ghana to establish a business is changed henceforth because of this man❤️ He will always be part of my story going forward. Wisdom at it’s peak 🙌
I love you Mr. Chairman. May the Lord never end your precious life and the lives of your family!
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Pearls of Wisdom!!!!
A very valid point African Government do not support indigenous to do business These are fundamentals Problems with not just Ghanaian Gov. But all the Africa. Poor governance
Dr Asamoah and Papa Kwasi Ndum will be a great team to put this country in good shape.
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Well done Akosua. Brilliant interview. Dr Andrew Asamoah is a very inspirational African, not just talk, but practical action. He works his talk. A goldmine of very useful nuggets Dr Asamoah released. I am sure there is a lot more where those came from. We sure need a part 2, 3, 4 possibly a whole series with Dr Asamoah. Much love from Nigeria. People like Dr Asamoah make me feel 10 foot tall as an African! Akosua keep up the good work you do with your brilliant interviews. I am firmly glued to your Vlog!!
I loved this interview !This guy is absolutely right , stop blaming others .Look at the man in the mirror and take responsibility for what is going wrong in our country as Africans !
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He has really spoken about the core problems of Ghana. We need to change and change is very difficult. God help us.
He is right. 80 per cent of your economy must be Ghanian owned
What a man! Too pure..He gives that same vibe Dr Kwabena Adjei of Kasapreko Group.
i like his diaspora people message when he say (INSTEAD OF HELPING YOUR COUNTRY DEVELOP ,YOUR HELPING ANOTHER COUNTRY)
As a South I must say all I heard was wisdom, I am truly inspired this man should be president!
We needs hours of this man.
Wow 🤩 he has built a real empire 🙌🏾
God bless you Sir for this expensive wisdom…May you live long to make all your visions a reality
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Great! Many blessings to you and all in Ghana. Smart, intuitive, and aggressive. Sending tons of love and blessings to you and Ghana. Let it multiply and increase in Jesus mighty name. Amen and Amen!
Very enriching conversation, that's the only way Africa can develop. We need a lot of this kind of thinking.
Incredible!!! Simply, incredible.
First time watching! I like your interviews on Africans especially from Ghana in the diaspora coming home to build businesses. African governments should create policies that makes it attractive for indigins in the diaspora to come home and contribute in their economic development!
Married at 24 this should tell you how our father Mr Andrew is a risk taker from day one he never looked at his pocket before going for something ❤❤❤ I love you sir you have taught me alot through this conversation
Such a wise man. I have learnt a lot from this interview 🙏🏾Proud of you Sir.