By: Love Wilhelmina Abanonave
Kigali played host to one of Africa’s most distinguished gatherings — the 100 Most Notable Africans Business & Leadership Summit from 4th to 6th July, 2025. This high-level event brought together transformational leaders, diplomats, changemakers, and innovators from across the continent to celebrate the power of visionary leadership, peacebuilding, and economic advancement.
Among the most significant outcomes of the summit was the official appointment of Bright Kosi Asiamah as the Country Director of Ghana for the 100 Most Notable Peace Icons Africa — an honour that places Ghana at the forefront of peace-driven leadership across the continent.
Mr. Asiamah joins a prestigious cohort of newly appointed Country Directors representing key African nations, including Morocco, Nigeria, Tanzania, Gambia, Rwanda, Zambia, South Africa, and Kenya.
Their collective mandate is to serve as national coordinators and ambassadors of peace, spotlighting individuals and organizations who demonstrate unwavering commitment to conflict resolution, community empowerment, and sustainable development.
Speaking after his appointment, Mr. Asiamah expressed profound gratitude for the recognition and reaffirmed his dedication to promoting peace, unity, and purposeful leadership in Ghana and beyond.
“This appointment is not just a personal milestone, it’s a national call to action. Ghana has long been a beacon of stability in the region, and this role gives me a unique platform to showcase and empower peacebuilders across our country. I am deeply honored and equally challenged to ensure that Ghana’s story continues to be told as one of resilience, leadership, and unity’’, he said.
The 3-day summit in Kigali was more than just an award ceremony; it was a melting pot of ideas and networking for Africa’s emerging and established leaders. Panel discussions ranged from peace diplomacy and inclusive governance to youth innovation and intra-African trade.
The summit also celebrated the impact of individuals and institutions that have played critical roles in mediating conflicts and building communities through ethical leadership.
Participants included former heads of state, international peace advocates, entrepreneurs, and civil society actors.
The appointment ceremony was conducted in the presence of notable dignitaries, political heads across Africa, further validating the importance of the roles entrusted to each Country Director.
What This Appointment Means for Ghana
As Country Director, Mr. Bright Kosi Asiamah is tasked with several key responsibilities:
(a) Identifying and nominating peace icons in Ghana who are making a difference through community development, education, human rights advocacy, and non-violent activism.
(b) Building partnerships with local institutions to amplify peace-related initiatives.
(c) Hosting national programs that align with the continental agenda of 100 Most Notable Peace Icons Africa.
(d) Creating visibility for Ghanaian leaders on a global stage through documentation and awards.
This appointment also positions Ghana to take a more active role in pan-African peace advocacy and youth empowerment.
The next edition of the 100 Most Notable Africans Business & Leadership event will be held in Morocco in 2026, and plans are already underway to ensure greater representation from Ghana. Mr. Asiamah is calling on individuals, NGOs, government agencies, educational institutions, and peace ambassadors to get involved.
“We want to see more Ghanaians recognized and celebrated in Morocco. If you or your organization are actively working to promote peace, resolve conflict, uplift the vulnerable, or transform your community, then the 2026 summit is your platform,” he said.
A national nomination drive and call for submissions will be announced in the coming months. The goal is to ensure inclusive participation, especially from regions and communities that are often underrepresented in global peacebuilding conversations.
With Mr. Bright Kosi Asiamah now representing Ghana on this continental platform, a new chapter of advocacy, collaboration, and visibility for Ghana’s peacebuilders has begun. As the world increasingly looks to Africa for solutions rooted in cultural intelligence and resilience, this appointment is a signal that Ghana is ready to lead from the front with peace as its core message.
