GHANA
Ghana is a country in West Africa known for its lush forests, diverse animal life and unique culture of the people. With a lot of tourist sites here in Ghana, there are many to see when one visits. One peaceful country with different ethnic groups and their languages. Ghana has many rich minerals and vegetation helping to promote growth and employment. Ghana is the second-most populous country in West Africa after Nigeria. The President of Ghana is His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwah Akuffo Addo and The Vice President is His Excellency Mahamudu Bawumia. Ghana uses Cedi as their currency. Visit https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghana for more info about Ghana.
VISA
The maiden edition of the Forty under 40 Africa will be held in Ghana. All international nominees will be assisted with the visa application through out secretariat. We will be collaborating with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to liaise with Ghanaian embassies and their ambassadors in nominee countries to facilitate your visa. Kindly email m.appiah@xoduscommunications.com or call +233244469369 on letters for visa and more
AIRPORT PICKUP
Airport pickup will be facilitated by us once the hotel reservation is confirmed. We will ensure all nominees are picked up and moved to their respective hotel by our host who will welcome nominees in a grand style amidst cultural display . We will advise nominees come in groups from each country to spice a networking drive
ACCOMODATION
There are many accommodation facilities in Ghana. From Lodges to Hotels and Resorts, The closest accommodation includes Movenpick Hotel, Kempinski Hotel and Alisa Hotel. Meanwhile the Lodge close to the location of the event is Consir Executive Lodge.
Kempinski Hotel
Ghana’s 5-star Hotel known as Kempinski Hotel is the place for the event. Kempinski has the largest room size in Accra with interiors designed to reflect the warmth of the Ghanaian people. Stay Connected to your love ones with the free internet access in these facilities. Free butler services are on hand 24 hours to offer a personalized service and also ready to meet your needs to ensure you have a luxurious and memorable stay. Kempinski has a rate of $400 per night which comes with a lot of offers such as daily breakfast, complimentary Wi-Fi, Complimentary access to the swimming pool and gym, in room coffee and tea making facilities and complimentary minibar stocked with soft drinks replenished on a daily basis. Visit www.kempinski.com for more info about Kempinski Hotel. Nominees have concessionary rate if reservation is done early
Movenpick Hotel
The Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra is a 5 star hotel with a rate of $350. The hotel is less than 5 minutes to the event venue. The Hotel provides an atmosphere of ease and convenience for their guest. Guest get to enjoy a safe and relaxing environment with efficient and attentive service. The modern rooms and suites feature stunning garden or city views with complimentary Wi-Fi, coffee & tea facilities, 46” flat screen TV’s, laptop sized safe and in room ironing facilities. Get to know more about Movenpick here. https://www.movenpick.com/en/africa/ghana/accra
Alisa Hotel
Since 1999, Alisa Hotels continue to invest in a true evolution, delivering panache and truly world-class hospitality with a distinctive new rhythm and style.
The hotel guestrooms convey a tasteful design of the finest materials from floor-to-ceiling showcasing a sophisticated urban feel with plush picturesque views of the capital. Guests enjoy a higher level of luxury with unparalleled hospitality and a detailed blend of Western and African amenities, including a personable and highly professional team of energized and helpful staff. Their services include a complimentary airport pick-up and drop-off to suit your needs. The average hotel rate is $150. Read more at https://www.alisahotels.com/
Consir Lodge
Consir Executive Lodge offers a combination of hospitality and efficient services that makes your time and stay unforgettable. The lodge offers free internet and also provide exotic meals in their unique restaurant. The rare per night is $80 For more info visit www.consirexecutivelodge.com
TRANSPORTATION
Navigating around a new location can at times be very difficult and worse without any means on how to do that. We have an internal arrangement to help with all transportation needs regarding site seeing. Other software application such as Uber, Bolt and Yango are also helping in easing the difficulty of transportation issues.
TOUR COMPANY
Koppan Hospitality is a well-established travel Agency that’s specializes in Tour packages all over the world. With Over 5 years of experience in handling inbound and outbound holidays.
Our specialty is the ability to design unique all inclusive packages to fit every type of tourist, from the budget to the luxury. We offer unbeatable prices for Individuals, families and groups. If you’re looking for a vacation that provides a huge sense of personal recreation ,fun, excitement, relaxation, adventure, Koppan hospitality is the best agency to contact. Read more at https://www.koppan.com
CITY GUIDE
You will love Accra. Accra is a busy modern city, where the streets smell of delicious foods and the beach waits to cool you down. You’ll find a thriving local cultural scene, with everything from traditional song and dance to modern clubs with the latest live music. There are traditional crafts and cutting-edge contemporary fashions to be explored. The city’s Dutch, British, and Danish influences blend with West African roots to create a beautiful destination. Visit the Mokola Market, Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, Labadi Beach Hotel, Arts Centre, Aberdeen Botanical Gardens
EVENT DETAILS
Arrival:
Nominees willing to have a full package are expected to be in Accra by 24th March 2022.
Courtesy Call ( 25th March 2022)
A proposed courtesy call with the Ministry of Tourism will be held in Accra
Tour and Site seeing (25th March 2022)
Nominees will be given the opportunities to visit the Central Region of Ghana, Cape Coast to be precise where most of Ghana’s historical tourist sites can be located. These sites include The Cape Coast Castle, Kakum National Park, Elmina Castle, Monkey Forest Resort and Fort Good Hope.
A Visit to Aqua Safari Resort ( Saturday 26th March)
Nominees will embark on a trip to the famous resort in the country, Aqua Safari Resort. Aqua Safari Resort is a top eco-friendly luxury getaway resort in the heart of Ada in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. They offer wonderful experiences in their amazing facilities designed for relaxation and pleasure. Nominees will be engaging in Jet Ski riding, Kayaking and Canoeing, Segway Riding, Turtle watching and enjoy some beach games. This will help in socialising with other nominees and build healthy networks. Read more at https://aquasafariresort.com/
B to B Meeting
Nominees will be having a business meeting an hour before the main event. This is networking platform for nominees and Ghana Forty under 40 Alumni, and young entrepreneurs . We anticipate a communique from African Young Entrepreneurs
Dinner and Awards Night
This event is to identify honour and celebrate a cross section of the continent’s most influential and accomplished young business leaders under the age of 40 from a wide range of industries. This main event will be live at the Kempinski Hotel on the 26th March 2022 from 7pm to 10pm. The event will be live on Facebook. Read more about the event at www.fortyunder40africa.com .