Building Bytes

Ghana Tech is rising… but not the way you think. 🇬🇭🚀 In this season opener of Building Bytes, we set the stage for “Ghana Tech Rising” by unpacking the real story behind the headlines — from declining funding numbers to the shift toward profitability, infrastructure, and real business models. This isn’t about hype. It’s about what’s actually changing — and what it really takes to build in Ghana t...

Ghana’s legal system is shifting fast — and technology is at the center of that transformation. In this episode of Building Bytes, we sit down with Michel Nkansah, Senior Product Manager at a global law firm and Founder of LegalTech Lounge, to explore how law, product thinking, and digital innovation are reshaping the future of justice in Ghana and Africa. A Building Bytes production by Insights L...

In this episode of Building Bytes, we explore which Ghanaian companies are setting the standard — the ones proving that world-class innovation can be built and scaled right here at home. From electric mobility to agritech, logistics, and fintech, this conversation uncovers the business models, company cultures, and strategic plays that make Ghanaian startups worth learning from — and why they dese...

Ghanaian edtech leaders Daniel Botchway & Senyo Mawuli Jiagge are quietly building the future of how Ghanaian students learn. In this episode of Ghana Tech to the World, they share how they’re using AI, gamification, and local context to solve the real problems behind digital learning, access, engagement, and adoption. From building products schools actually use to navigating parents, policy,...

What does it take to build a logistics company in Ghana that can scale across Africa? In this episode, we sit down with Kwame Agyei Owusu , founder of Zippy Courier , to unpack his founder journey — from studying at Stanford and working in China to building one of Ghana’s most innovative delivery companies powered by electric bikes and solar charging. Kwame shares: Why he left a global engineering...

Kwadwo launched Paystack in Ghana and is now focused on backing Africa’s next wave of tech giants. In this episode of Building Bytes , he shares hard-won lessons on building in Ghana, the role of trust in scaling, and where he believes the next billion-dollar companies will come from. A must-listen for founders, investors, and anyone passionate about African innovation.

Behind every seamless app, every transfer, every digital service in Ghana — there’s a builder. In this episode of Building Bytes , we announce the Ghana Digital Product Awards (GDPA) , a groundbreaking initiative to recognize product excellence and innovation in Ghana’s tech ecosystem. We break down why this matters, unveil award categories, share how to nominate, and hear insights from Code &...

Your chocolate bar’s journey starts in a Ghanaian village. In this episode, Kelvin Tyron , COO of Saving Grains, reveals the operational grind behind connecting rural farmers to global buyers — and building a multi-million dollar crop trade . From overcoming infrastructure gaps to implementing tech in the field, this is the real behind-the-scenes of Africa’s farm-to-world journey.

Complete Farmer didn’t just build a platform—they built a sales engine that’s powering multi-million dollar agri-export deals from Ghana to the world. In this episode, Teddy Appah-Dankyi (Chief Commercial Officer) breaks down: The 4-step B2B sales strategy fueling their growth Why data, structure, and trust matter more than cold calls How AgriTech can scale commercially—without shortcuts The team,...

Global tech teams are discovering Ghanaian talent — and loving it. But what does it take to break in and thrive? In this flagship Ghana Tech to the World episode, Joel Anaman (Senior PM at Axmed) and Derek Chom (Product Designer at Yellow Card) share their journeys, strategies, and soft skills for remote success. From async teamwork to six-figure salary negotiations, they offer a masterclass in gl...

In this episode of Building Bytes, we dissect Ghana’s dev ecosystem with Emile Bondzie-Arthur and Stefan Froelich. From glorified CRUD apps to the AI revolution, we discuss the skills, mindset, and mentorship needed to build software that truly matters. A must-listen for Ghanaian developers, founders, and tech leaders.

nnnnIn just one year, Demo Fridays became a cultural phenomenon in Ghana’s tech space. From its scrappy beginnings to packed-out rooms and investor-ready startups, the Building Bytes team shares the real story—unfiltered. They almost cancelled the first one. Now people line up to pitch. This is a masterclass in community-led growth, product-market fit, and building bold. 🎧 A special Ghana Tech to...

In this eye-opening episode, two leaders from Ghana’s QA ecosystem—Korkor Mensah (Ecobank) and Ikenna Sylvestre Okafor (Fido)—discuss the evolution of software testing in Ghana, from manual testing and DevOps to community growth and global relevance. They share real-life bug horror stories, mentorship insights, and practical steps for anyone trying to enter the QA field. Whether you're a founder,...

In this Demo Fridays Masterclass, James—co-founder of ADPList—shares how a pandemic-era Google Sheet turned into one of the world’s largest mentorship platforms. From design-led growth and global scale to painful lessons on partnerships, traction, and community, this is a masterclass for builders everywhere.

In this inspiring Builder's Peak International Women’s Day talk, Nura Abdul-Rahman shares how rejection shaped her rise to becoming Product Director at Complete Farmer. She opens up about imposter syndrome, building confidence, juggling motherhood, and leading with purpose. A must-listen for anyone navigating growth in tech.

Wewire is quietly building one of the most ambitious fintechs in Africa—offering invoice financing, offshore banking, and cross-border payments for businesses across 7 countries. In this episode, we go behind the scenes with co-founder Kobina and designer Abia to unpack their growth journey, regulatory hacks, and how their experimental hackathon, Hackive , uncovered future founders. Plus, meet the...

Is technical ability enough to thrive in software development? In this All-Star Women in Tech episode, Princesster Aflakpui chats with Theodora Gyambrah, Priscilla Baah and Priscilla Dunyoh about the often-overlooked power of soft skills in software. From resilience and curiosity to communication and leadership, this episode unpacks how human connection still matters—even in the age of AI. Powered...

In this inspiring episode of Building Bytes, we sit down with Eve Nyarang’o. — Kenyan tech enthusiast and Salesforce User Group Ghana lead — as she shares her unexpected journey into tech, her move to Ghana, and her role in growing Africa’s Salesforce ecosystem. From working in agri-fintech to championing AI-driven customer experiences, Eve’s story is one of courage, community, and visionary leade...

In this insightful episode of Building Bytes, we speak to Restus Numadzi, Managing Director at Built, the fintech platform enabling Ghanaian MSMEs to scale. We unpack how Built helps small businesses track expenses, access loans, manage payroll, and stay compliant—all in one platform. From sales stories to ecosystem insights, this is a masterclass in digital inclusion and fintech growth in Africa.

What does it take to build Ghana’s most trusted digital ticketing platform? In this episode of  Demo Fridays , we sit with  George Festus Mensah , co-founder and CEO of  Egoticket , as he shares his incredible journey — from early fintech innovation with SMSGH and mPayments, to building a homegrown ticketing powerhouse that processed  ₵1.4 million  in one football match alone. Learn how Egoticket:...

Welcome to another powerful episode of Building Bytes Season 3, where we spotlight real innovation in Ghana’s tech ecosystem. In this episode, we go behind the scenes of  Hack with Achieve , Ghana’s first AI-focused fintech hackathon, organized by Achieve by Petra. We speak with  Kwabena Nyamekye-Dapaah , Marketing Manager at Achieve, to learn why this hackathon was launched, the impact so far, an...

Eunice Asantewaa Ankomah is bridging Ghana’s digital financial literacy gap and she’s doing it one young woman, one small business, and one fintech conversation at a time. In this episode of Building Bytes season 3, we explore: 1. Her journey from Communications to Fintech PR leadership 2. What digital financial literacy really means in 2025 3. Why women are the key to Ghana’s fintech future 4. Ho...

Welcome to Part 2 of our True State of Ghana Tech & Digital Economy 2024 episode! In this series, we’re rating Ghana’s tech ecosystem across five major areas—Innovation, Funding, Regulation, Talent, and Adoption—using real stats, local insights, and industry feedback. In Part 1, we broke down Innovation and Funding. If you missed it, catch up here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJ33HBUU50I&am...

How well is Ghana’s tech ecosystem really doing? Welcome to this episode of Building Bytes, where we assess the True State of Ghana Tech & Digital Economy 2025 through a structured Ghana Tech Scorecard. We’ll break down five key areas—Innovation, Funding, Regulation, Talent, and Adoption—and rate them on a scale of 1-10 using real-world insights and data. No fluff—just facts, numbers, and an h...

In this episode of Building Bytes, we sit down with Dr. John Apea, CEO of eTranzact Ghana, to explore the growth of fintech in Ghana and West Africa. We discuss his leadership journey, the rise of digital payments, and how eTranzact is driving financial inclusion across the region. Key Topics Covered:✅ Dr. John Apea’s journey from acting, diplomacy & tech into fintech leadership✅ How mobile...