In partnership with the Allan & Gill Gray Foundation, Ashesi University has awarded $80,000 in grants to 16 alumni-led businesses, empowering them to scale operations, expand markets, and address critical growth challenges.
Following a rigorous evaluation process focused on sustainability, feasibility, and financial accountability, 16 ventures were selected from 21 applicants, including innovative businesses like PayBox, Sabon Sake, Gamma Energie, Sincerely Accra, and Think Education.
Nana Pokua Owusu-Sekyere of WhollyKombucha, a wellness-focused food manufacturing company, shared how her $10,000 grant will transform her business:
“This grant will enable us to double our current production and diversify our product line, introducing new flavours and varieties to cater to a broader market. The new facility will create local employment opportunities, supporting our commitment to community development. By strengthening our operational infrastructure, this grant will help us scale sustainably, positioning WhollyKombucha as a key player in the wellness industry.”
Over the next year, grant recipients will execute their growth plans, with progress monitored through reports at six-month and twelve-month intervals to ensure accountability and sustained impact.
