EY Celebrates 25 Years of Excellence

Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence and Impact

Ernst & Young (EY) Ghana has officially kicked off its Silver Jubilee celebrations in Accra, marking a significant milestone in the firm’s journey. This celebration honors 25 years of delivering exceptional professional services and contributing to Ghana’s economic growth and transformation.

The anniversary, themed “EY’s 25 Years in Ghana: A Story of Excellence and Impact,” highlights the firm’s role as one of the Big Four global firms offering Assurance, Strategy and Transactions, Tax, and Consulting services. Since its establishment in 2000, EY Ghana has been instrumental in shaping the country’s business environment, fostering innovation, and building a legacy rooted in trust, integrity, and resilience.

The launch event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including clients, alumni, regulators, and industry partners. The immediate past Country Managing Partner, Ferdinand, provided a compelling overview of the firm’s evolution, challenges, and achievements over the past two and a half decades.

In his keynote address, Dr. Ishmael Yamson, a renowned corporate governance expert and Chairman of MTN Ghana, emphasized the values that have driven EY Ghana’s success. He noted, “Today, we gather not just to celebrate a milestone but to honor the spirit of resilience, innovation, and collaboration that has defined EY Ghana over the past 25 years.” He credited the firm’s growth to the dedication of its people, the trust of its clients, and the support of its alumni network.

Emmanuel Adekahlor, the current Country Managing Partner of EY Ghana, outlined the firm’s impact across three key pillars: client service, talent development, and community investment. He stated, “Over the past 25 years, EY Ghana has supported businesses with transformation, tax compliance, financial reporting, strategy, and audit services. We have also partnered with government agencies to strengthen institutions and shape policy.”

EY Ghana continues to support key regulators such as the ICAG, SEC, GSE, BOG, and NIC in advancing governance and compliance across the financial ecosystem. As a people-centric organization, the firm remains committed to bridging the skills gap through graduate recruitment and learning programs that equip young professionals with the capabilities to thrive in a dynamic global economy. Many alumni of these programs now hold leadership roles across industries in Ghana and beyond.

Beyond the boardroom, EY Ghana’s impact extends into communities through its global corporate responsibility program, EY Ripples. To date, the firm has reached over 1,000 young people through initiatives such as ‘Sponsor a Child,’ educational sponsorships, future skills training, and community outreach.

Looking ahead, Mr. Adekahlor emphasized EY Ghana’s future-focused strategy: “In the next 25 years, we are poised to move at an accelerated pace. With a solid foundation in place, we are investing in transformative technologies like AI and sustainability solutions to help our clients grow and adapt in a rapidly evolving world.”

He concluded by expressing gratitude to EY Ghana’s clients, regulators, alumni, and staff for their unwavering support and partnership. The Silver Jubilee celebrations will continue throughout the year with a series of events, including an alumni networking cocktail, a corporate gala, a year-end thanksgiving service, and the release of a commemorative memoir chronicling the firm’s journey from 2000 to 2025.

EY Ghana is a member firm of EY Global Limited, a UK-registered private company limited by guarantee. Established in Ghana in 2000, EY Ghana provides Assurance, Strategy and Transactions, Tax, and Consulting services. EY operates in over 150 countries, helping clients grow, transform, and operate efficiently while building trust and confidence in capital markets and economies worldwide.