Author: Thea Zayek

Ghana has emerged as one of Africa’s most attractive destinations for tourism, investment, and creative industries, according to actress and media personality Naa Ashorkor. From the global impact of the Year of Return to the rapid growth of theatre, fashion, sports, and entrepreneurship, she believes the country is experiencing a cultural renaissance that is capturing international attention. “Over the last few years, Ghana has become the ideal place for people around the world to visit and do business,” she says, pointing to the lasting momentum created by the Year of Return and the initiatives that followed. The Year of Return…

Globe Productions is on a mission to become one of Africa’s leading creative companies, according to CEO Latif Abubakar. Through theatre, large-scale events, talent development, and storytelling, the Ghanaian company is using creativity as a tool for social impact while building a sustainable business with continental ambitions. “The future of Globe Productions is to become one of Africa’s powerhouses when it comes to events—Africa’s leading event and theatre company,” Abubakar says. Theatre as a Tool for Development Unlike traditional entertainment companies, Globe Productions places social impact at the center of its creative work. Its productions are designed not only to…

Ghana has emerged as one of Africa’s most attractive investment destinations, according to Joe Leslie Obeng-John, CEO of Cornerstone Developments. Combining economic resilience, political stability, and a thriving private sector, the country continues to attract investors, entrepreneurs, and members of the global diaspora looking for opportunity in West Africa. “A lot of people are coming into the country, investing in the country, wanting to spend time in the country,” he says. “It’s a very safe place.” Ghana: A Gateway to Africa For Obeng-John, Ghana’s appeal extends far beyond investment returns. He describes the country as one of the continent’s most…

Ghana is one of Africa’s most promising investment destinations, according to Subhi Accad, CEO of Universal Motors. From its political stability and welcoming people to its agricultural wealth and strategic location, he believes the country possesses all the ingredients necessary for long-term economic growth and regional leadership. In this exclusive interview, Accad shares his perspective on Ghana’s strengths, the opportunities emerging across key sectors, and why investors should look closely at one of West Africa’s most dynamic economies. Ghana’s Greatest Asset: Its People For Accad, Ghana’s most valuable resource is not found underground or in financial markets—it is the people…

Saudi Arabia is undergoing a profound transformation driven by Vision 2030, according to Ayman Tamer, Chairman of Tamer Group. From economic diversification to social renewal, he describes a country evolving rapidly through ambition, reform, and collaboration between the public and private sectors. “We believe in the future prospects of Saudi Arabia and these initiatives that are driving positive change,” he says, framing the Kingdom’s transformation as both structural and deeply human. A National Transformation in Motion At the heart of this shift is the National Transformation Programme, which Tamer sees as a catalyst for enabling citizens and modernizing the economy.…

Saudi Arabia’s construction sector is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in its history, driven by ambitious national projects, rapid infrastructure development, and the objectives of Vision 2030. According to Ashraf Alameria, CEO of El Seif Engineering, strategic partnerships, technological innovation, and industry collaboration are creating new opportunities that will reshape the Kingdom’s future. “The equity partnership with PIF actually comes at an exciting time in our company history,” Alameria says. “This collaboration will improve the sector and accelerate its advancement.” For El Seif, one of Saudi Arabia’s most established engineering and construction companies, the partnership represents more than…

Saudi Arabia is undergoing one of the most ambitious tourism transformations in modern history, according to John Pagano, CEO of Red Sea Global. As Vision 2030 reshapes the Kingdom’s economic landscape, tourism has emerged as a key pillar of diversification, creating new opportunities for investment, employment, and sustainable growth. “Vision 2030 is about transforming a country. It’s about diversifying an economy,” Pagano says, describing a national strategy that is already changing perceptions of Saudi Arabia around the world. Building a New Tourism Economy For Pagano, tourism represents one of the greatest growth opportunities within the Saudi economy. While the sector…

Saudi Arabia’s retail and consumer sectors are entering a new era of expansion, innovation, and opportunity, according to Bobby Rajendran, CEO of Tamimi Markets, who says Vision 2030 is accelerating growth across industries while reshaping consumer behavior and lifestyle expectations throughout the Kingdom. In this exclusive interview, Rajendran explains how rising incomes, tourism growth, sustainability initiatives, and evolving workforce dynamics are positioning Saudi Arabia as one of the world’s most exciting retail markets. “Vision 2030 is going to transform Saudi Arabia and with that we expect more industries to come in. With more industries coming in, we expect more people…

Saudi Arabia is undergoing what Elias Abousamra, CEO of Rafal Real Estate, describes as an unprecedented transformation — one that is reshaping not only the economy, but also the Kingdom’s social fabric, urban identity, and global positioning. In this exclusive interview, he explains how Vision 2030 is accelerating a real estate revolution centered around innovation, international collaboration, and modern lifestyle development. “This is indeed an unseen cultural, social and economic renaissance that we are witnessing in Saudi Arabia,” he says, describing the scale and speed of change currently taking place across the Kingdom. According to Abousamra, the transformation is deeply…

Saudi Arabia is undergoing one of the most ambitious transformations in modern economic history, according to Mohammed Abunayyan, CEO of TAMEAR. He says the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 agenda is creating entirely new industries, opportunities, and ways of living. In this exclusive interview, he outlines how construction, sustainability, innovation, and youth-driven growth are reshaping Saudi Arabia into a diversified economy built for the future. “The Vision 2030 is very specific towards the transformation of the country from an oil dependent economy to a diverse economy where a lot of jobs can be created,” he says, framing the scale of the transition…