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Prince Akpah to Represent Ghana at 2023 SHAPE Africa Conference in South Africa

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The World Economic Forum’s Global Shapers Community is all set to host SHAPE Africa in South Africa, and among the distinguished participants representing Ghana is Prince Akpah, an influential figure in media, public relations, and youth empowerment.

Mr. Prince Akpah – MD, Avance Media

As a proud member of the Global Shapers Dodowa Hub, Prince Akpah will be attending this prestigious event scheduled from the 28th to the 30th of July at the esteemed African Leadership Academy.

SHAPE Africa aims to delve into the theme of “Shaping a Future-Ready African Youth: How to Leverage Technology to Change Outcomes for Young Africans.” With technology and innovation driving growth in African economies, the conference will provide a platform for young African leaders to explore ways to use technology for teaching, reskilling, and empowering the youth to address the challenges faced by their communities.

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The event will feature insightful discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions led by Global Shapers, highlighting the transformative potential of technology in shaping a better future for Africa’s young generation.

Prince Akpah’s credentials as the founding managing director of Avance Media, a rapidly growing and highly esteemed media, PR, and rating firm in Africa, speak volumes about his dedication to creating relevant and diverse content for the global market.

Additionally, he has played a pivotal role in co-founding other impactful initiatives, such as the Africa Youth Awards (founded in 2014) and influential rankings like the annual list of 100 Most Influential African Women & 100 Most Influential Young Africans.

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With close to a decade of experience in managing high-impact campaigns and events, Prince Akpah has honed his expertise in public relations, awards, and ratings. His continuous quest for knowledge and his eagerness to stay abreast of the latest digital tools and innovations have positioned him as a forward-thinking leader in his field and beyond.

Prince’s remarkable achievements have earned him significant recognition, with MIPAD and the United Nations honouring him among the 100 Most Influential People of African Descent in 2019, and Future of Ghana recognizing him as one of the Top 30 Under 30 Pioneers in Ghana in 2018. Such accolades attest to his exceptional contributions and influence in the realm of media and youth empowerment.

Beyond his professional endeavours, Prince Akpah actively contributes to the Pan-African movement, Africans Rising, where he serves as the Collaboration and Engagement Officer. In this role, he collaborates with fellow young Africans to transform the narrative of the continent positively.

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He also takes on the role of engagement coordinator for the African Bitcoin Community, responsible for organizing the Africa Bitcoin Conference, the largest gathering of Bitcoin enthusiasts in the region.

Prince Akpah’s indomitable spirit and unwavering commitment to making a positive impact on the world truly exemplify the essence of Africa’s youth.

As he attends SHAPE Africa, he carries with him the aspirations and hopes of his nation and continent, ready to elevate the African flag and inspire fellow young leaders to create lasting change.

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This conference promises to be a pivotal moment in the journey towards a future-ready African youth, and Prince Akpah’s active participation will undoubtedly leave a profound impact on the discussions and outcomes of this esteemed event.

Source: Avance Media

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Ghana’s Most Powerful CEO Is Also Its Quietest, Operating In Silence

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Africa’s next generation of business leaders may not all be household names. Some are choosing to build influence through innovation, disciplined execution, and long-term vision rather than public attention. Among them is Josiah Otoo-Mensah, the young CEO and co-founder of Luminex Logistics Ltd., a Ghana-based company working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, secure logistics, and enterprise data integration.

While many technology founders embrace the spotlight, He has deliberately remained a low-profile executive. His focus has been on building systems, developing technology, and creating an organization designed to solve some of the most complex logistical and information management challenges facing institutions.

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That philosophy is reflected in Luminex Logistics’ business model.

The company combines secure document logistics with AI-powered data solutions, positioning itself beyond the traditional definition of a courier service. Its logistics division focuses on handling sensitive deliveries that require exceptional accountability and confidentiality. These include passports, passport application documents, corporate records, legal documents, and other confidential materials for private organizations and public institutions. The company also coordinates the collection and distribution of packages arriving through Tema Harbour, streamlining last-mile delivery to verified recipients.

Security is not simply a feature of the business—it is central to its identity.

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As governments and businesses continue digitizing operations, the movement of sensitive information has become as critical as the movement of physical goods. Luminex Logistics aims to build trust by combining operational discipline with intelligent technology, creating delivery systems designed around traceability, accountability, and efficiency.

But logistics is only one side of the company’s broader ambition.

Its second pillar is an AI-driven data integration platform designed to address one of the biggest operational challenges facing modern organizations: fragmented information.

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Businesses, healthcare providers, and security organizations often store valuable data across disconnected systems. This fragmentation slows decision-making and reduces operational visibility.

Luminex Logistics is developing software intended to consolidate these data sources into a unified platform, enabling organizations to access information more efficiently and support informed strategic decisions.

The vision extends beyond software.

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It represents a broader belief that Africa’s future competitiveness will depend on intelligent infrastructure—systems capable of transforming information into actionable insight while maintaining security and operational reliability.

Those familiar with Josiah’s leadership describe an executive who prioritizes preparation over publicity. His management philosophy emphasizes building durable institutions, investing in technology, and focusing on long-term value creation rather than short-term recognition.

That approach has become increasingly rare in an entrepreneurial ecosystem often driven by visibility.

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Instead of building a personal brand first, he has concentrated on building a company.

For Ghana, where digital transformation continues to accelerate across public and private sectors, companies capable of integrating artificial intelligence with trusted operational execution could play an increasingly important role in the country’s economic development.

Whether through secure logistics or intelligent data infrastructure, Luminex Logistics reflects an ambition that reaches beyond transportation.

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It is an ambition to become part of the digital backbone supporting how organizations move information, make decisions, and operate in a data-driven future.

If successful, Josiah Otoo-Mensah’s legacy may not be defined by media appearances or conference stages. It may instead be measured by the infrastructure he helped build—systems that quietly power institutions, strengthen trust, and demonstrate how African innovation can solve African challenges while competing on a global stage.

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