Ghana’s national payments infrastructure provider is strengthening its executive bench as it positions for the next phase of growth in the country’s fast-evolving digital payments ecosystem.
The Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems Limited (GhiPSS) has announced a series of executive leadership appointments aimed at deepening operational capacity, enhancing strategy execution, and accelerating innovation across its platforms.
The move comes at a time when Ghana’s financial services industry is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by increasing adoption of mobile money, interoperable payment systems, and digital banking solutions.
Strengthening the Core
At the centre of the appointments is Eunice Amewu Nyadu, who takes on the role of Chief Finance Officer with oversight of finance and strategy. A key figure in the institution’s evolution, she previously led the design of GhIPSS’ financial and control architecture and is now tasked with steering its financial and strategic transformation.
Her mandate signals a shift toward building a more scalable and resilient financial framework to support GhIPSS’ ambition of becoming a next-generation payments infrastructure provider.
Driving Growth and Market Expansion
Akosua Blay has been confirmed as Chief Business Officer after serving in an acting capacity. With over three decades of professional experience, 18 years of which are in the payments space she is expected to drive business development and expand adoption of national payment solutions.
Her role will be critical in deepening stakeholder engagement across banks, fintechs and mobile money operators, while identifying new growth opportunities in Ghana’s digital payments landscape.
Enhancing Operational Efficiency
On the operations front, Juliet Ackah-Nyamike has been appointed Chief Operations Officer. She brings more than 20 years of experience in digital payments, transactional banking and card systems.
Her focus will be on strengthening settlement systems, improving service delivery and ensuring operational resilience key pillars as transaction volumes continue to rise across the ecosystem.
Supporting Infrastructure and Inclusion
Mary Dei Sarpong assumes the role of Chief Shared Services Officer, overseeing administration and facilities. Her background in bulk payments, clearing operations and financial inclusion, particularly through the e-zwich platform positions her to support the institution’s broader infrastructure and inclusion agenda.
Leadership Signals Strategic Shift
Chief Executive Clara Arthur said the appointments reflect a deliberate effort to reinforce leadership capacity in line with the company’s long-term strategy.
“Their appointments reflect a deliberate step towards strengthening our leadership structure to enable us achieve our strategic priorities and position GhIPSS for the next phase of the company’s growth,” she said.
“I am optimistic that, with their support, we will continue to drive innovation, enhance operational excellence, and deliver greater value to our stakeholders.”
Outlook
As Ghana’s payments ecosystem becomes more interconnected, GhIPSS remains central to enabling seamless transactions across banks, mobile money operators and financial service providers.
The strengthened leadership team is expected to play a pivotal role in scaling infrastructure, improving efficiency and supporting the country’s transition toward a more inclusive and digitally driven financial system.
