GSE boss Abena Amoah
The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) has announced the election of its Managing Director, Ms. Abena Amoah, to the Board of the International Capital Market Association (ICMA) — marking a historic first for West Africa.
Ms. Amoah’s appointment represents a major milestone for Ghana and the broader region, as she becomes the first West African to serve on the prestigious board that guides policy and standards for global capital markets. Her election is widely seen as a recognition of her long-standing leadership in financial markets development and GSE’s growing international relevance.
“I am honoured to join the ICMA Board and to have the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of global capital markets,” Ms. Amoah said. “This election reflects the progress we are making in Ghana and West Africa, and I look forward to bringing our unique perspectives and aspirations to the table.”
The ICMA Board comprises executives from some of the world’s leading capital market institutions and plays a strategic role in shaping the association’s work in fostering efficient, sustainable, and well-functioning capital markets worldwide.
Her inclusion also aligns with ICMA’s vision to broaden its geographic reach and promote inclusivity by engaging more voices from emerging and frontier markets.
The Ghana Stock Exchange congratulated Ms. Amoah on what it called a “landmark achievement” and reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with international partners to advance capital markets across Ghana, West Africa, and the continent at large.
This development is expected to bolster Ghana’s visibility in global financial policy discussions and further integrate the region into the evolving architecture of international capital markets.
GSE Press Release on Ms. Abena Amoahs Election to the ICMA Board by Fred Dzakpata
