I am a Ghanaian tech entrepreneur and digital policy analyst working at the intersection of technology, public policy, and impact-driven venture building in Africa.
For over a decade, I have built startups, advised institutions, and collaborated with international development partners to design and implement technology-enabled solutions that address systemic challenges across Ghana and the continent. My work focuses on turning ideas, policies, and programs into solutions that work in practice—not just on paper.
I partner with founders, governments, development agencies, and international organizations seeking to navigate Ghana’s innovation and startup ecosystem with clarity, local depth, and execution discipline.
From Startup Builder to Venture Studio Leader
My entrepreneurial journey began in college with the founding of Watsuptek, followed by co-founding ventures such as Scolah and Polldeck. While none became unicorns, each experience sharpened my understanding of product–market fit, execution risk, and the institutional barriers founders face in emerging markets. These lessons ultimately led to the creation of Node Eight.
Node Eight is an innovation and venture studio that builds high-growth, impact-driven startups and develops talent across Africa. Through the studio, I co-found and operate multiple technology startups, working closely with teams from ideation and validation through execution and early scale. Our approach combines strong technical execution with policy awareness, financial discipline, and long-term sustainability.
What I Offer to Startups & Entrepreneurs
I work with founders and early-stage teams who want to build products and businesses that are both scalable and grounded in real market needs.
My support includes:
- Product & Innovation Strategy
Validating ideas, rapid prototyping, and building products that users actually want. - Business & Growth Strategy
Refining business models, pricing, and go-to-market strategies for early growth. - Fundraising & Financial Modeling
Preparing founders for pre-seed fundraising through solid financial models and investor-ready narratives. - Market & Customer Intelligence
Identifying where to play, understanding customer needs, and designing effective acquisition strategies.
Digital Development, Policy & Institutional Advisory
In addition to venture building, my work is deeply rooted in international development and digital transformation. I have collaborated with institutions such as GIZ, the Embassy of Denmark, IMANI Africa, and the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS), supporting policy analysis, program design, and implementation across digital economy, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development initiatives.
I work with governments, NGOs, and international organizations to bridge the gap between policy intent and on-the-ground execution.
Services for Governments, NGOs & Development Partners
- Digital Transformation Advisory
Supporting institutions to integrate digital tools into their operations and build internal capacity for long-term transformation. - Digital Economy & Innovation Policy
Analysing how digital and innovation policies affect companies and advising on frameworks that enable startup growth and private-sector development. - Program Design & Delivery
Designing and managing technology-enabled programs aligned with institutional and development goals. - Research, M&E & Impact Assessment
Conducting rigorous research, monitoring and evaluation, impact assessments, and data analysis. - Public Affairs & Market Entry Advisory
Supporting stakeholder engagement, advocacy, and market entry strategies in Ghana.
Thought Leadership & Media Engagement
I share insights on Ghana’s digital economy and innovation landscape as editor of the Accra Digital Digest, co-host of Accra Digital Dialogue, and co-host of the Tech Art & Soul Podcast. My commentary and analysis have also appeared across national media platforms.
Fellowships & Affiliations
I am a Mandela Washington Fellow, Africa Berlin Network Expert, Mashav Fellow, and a Global Shaper of the World Economic Forum. I am an alumnus of the Korean Development Institute of Public Policy & Management and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology (KNUST).
Working With Me
If you are a founder, institution, or development partner seeking to operate effectively within Ghana’s innovation and digital economy, I bring local insight, systems-level thinking, and execution discipline.
Whether you are building a tech startup, shaping digital policy, or implementing a social-impact program, I help you move from intention to execution with clarity and confidence