After two years of innovative and impactful operations, the Tutwa Consulting Group marked its second anniversary with a series of seminars and the launch of the Tutwa Centre of Excellence, which has already begun to reshape the landscape of trade, investment, and digital transformation in Africa. This significant event took place at the Voila Hotel in Moka, reflecting the continuity of commitment and progress since the group’s inception.
Since its foundation, Tutwa Consulting Group has evolved into a pivotal entity in African economic and digital landscapes, focusing intensively on the African Continental Free Trade Area. The official launch of the Tutwa Centre of Excellence highlighted this year’s anniversary event. This new initiative fosters innovation, advances knowledge, and drives positive change across dynamic fields such as trade, investment, and emerging digital technologies.
In her speech, Lesley Wentworth, Managing Director of Tutwa Consulting Group, announced the launch of the Tutwa Centre of Excellence, emphasising Tutwa Consulting Group’s dedication to fostering socio-economic progress across Africa. “Our launch of the Centre of Excellence comes today. Tutwa has been working for many years on technical assistance programs, developmental programs, specifically aimed at the socio-economic progress of Africa,” she stated. She celebrated the inauguration of their professional and leadership course, noting, “This past week, we launched our inaugural professional and leadership course where some very bright young minds joined us for the first time.”
As the Guest of Honour, Beryl Agyeiwaa Lomotey, Minister Counsellor/Head of Chancery at the Consulate-General of the Republic of Ghana, highlighted the benefits of the PAPSS payment platform, now active within the West African Monetary Zone. “Everyone trading on the platform appreciates the ability to conduct transactions in their local currencies,” Lomotey explained, emphasising its impact on facilitating easier and more cost-effective trade across West Africa.
She expressed eagerness for PAPSS’s expansion to further regions of Africa to enhance trade across the continent: “I look forward to it reaching the eastern, central, and northern parts of Africa, making trading among Africans easier and more profitable.” Lomotey also praised Ghana’s proactive role in the African Continental Free Trade Area and its potential to boost economic integration and benefits across the region.
As Tutwa Consulting Group looks to the future, its commitment to enhancing Africa’s trade capabilities and digital infrastructure promises to bring significant transformations. The focus on sustainable and inclusive growth remains at the heart of all its endeavours.
Lesley Wentworth: “The launch of the Tutwa Centre of Excellence is a cornerstone of our strategy to build capacity and foster innovation across Africa”
Speaking exclusively to Platform Africa, Lesley Wentworth, Managing Director of Tutwa Consulting Group, shared her thoughts on the second anniversary and the ambitious projects underway. “Reflecting on the past two years, I am immensely proud of our strides. Our initiatives, particularly in digital diplomacy and green economy, have positioned us as leaders in sustainable economic development,” she stated.
She continued, “The launch of the Tutwa Centre of Excellence is a cornerstone of our strategy to build capacity and foster innovation across Africa. This centre is not just about training; it’s about creating a sustainable and inclusive economic future for all Africans. We are also focusing on empowering women and integrating them into the economic mainstream, which remains our priority.”
About Tutwa Consulting Group
Tutwa Consulting Group is a leading African consulting firm that specialises in policy analysis, trade negotiations, and economic governance. It is dedicated to enhancing Africa’s developmental agenda through effective engagement with regional and global stakeholders. With a strong focus on fostering sustainable and inclusive growth, Tutwa continues to influence policy and economic landscapes both regionally and globally. For more information, visit Tutwa Consulting Group.
