Accra: Dr Felix Addo-Yobo, the Deputy Director and Advisor on Sustainable Development Goals and Advisory Unit, Office of the President, has called for effective inter-company collaboration to learn from each other and build a sustainable society for all. He emphasized the importance of companies forming alliances to promote an environment where both humanity and the planet are protected.

According to Ghana News Agency, Dr Addo-Yobo made these remarks during an online event organized by MTN Ghana as part of its Sustainability Week celebrations. The event, themed ‘From Compliance to Opportunity, Embedding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) in Business,’ aimed to raise awareness about environmental and social issues, inspire positive change, and reinforce a commitment to sustainable development. He highlighted MTN Ghana’s dedication to fostering a sustainable future and enhancing societal well-being.

Dr Addo-Yobo advised companies to embrace sustainability, noting it as a competitive area in business.
He pointed out that ESG offers significant opportunities for competition and innovation, urging companies to focus on meeting the needs of people without compromising future prospects. He commended MTN Ghana for their initiatives in providing solutions to global challenges.

Mr Bernard Owusu Ansah, Manager of Governance, Risk, and Compliance at KPMG, remarked that ESG serves as a framework for companies to measure their societal impact. He urged the private sector to contribute to national progress, acknowledging that while Ghana is on the right path, there is a notable financing gap in addressing ESG issues.

Ms Mina Pokuaa Agyemang, a Participant Engagement and Outreach Manager at the United Nations Global Compact-Ghana, discussed the UN’s foundation of sustainability and the creation of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals in 2015. She explained that these goals aim to ensure peace and prosperity for people and the planet. She advised companies to integrate sustainability into their business models for pro
fitability, leveraging technologies like Artificial Intelligence to help their companies succeed.