MTN Ghana CFO Inspires Over 3,000 Students at Tamale Youth Empowerment Summit

MTN Ghana’s Chief Finance Officer, Antoinette Kwofie, has urged young people to embrace resilience, self-discovery, and purpose as guiding principles for their personal and professional journeys.

Addressing more than 3,000 students at the Youth Empowerment Summit in Tamale, Ms Kwofie delivered a powerful keynote under the theme “Amplifying Youth Voices, Building Legacies”. She encouraged the youth to pursue depth and understanding in all aspects of life, stressing that such qualities would enable them to overcome challenges and accelerate growth.

“Whatever you do, wherever you find yourself, get depth, get understanding, because when you do, you can leapfrog many levels. Do not underestimate the lessons you learn at this stage of your life. It doesn’t matter where you come from; it doesn’t matter where you start; it is about how hard you work that will change your future,” she said.

Ms Kwofie further advised students to enjoy each stage of their journey rather than rushing through life. Drawing from her childhood, she underscored the importance of staying grounded in one’s roots, resisting peer pressure, and remaining true to personal values.

“Know thyself, know where you are coming from, and do not ever forget your background and the lessons that you have been taught at home. Don’t lose yourself due to the pressures of the world around you. Stay true to your values, take care of your health and let your inner moral compass guide your choices,” she noted.

Acknowledging the diversity of faith among participants, she also highlighted the need for belief and moral guidance, adding that ignoring one’s inner compass could easily lead to straying.

As the summit marked its 10th anniversary, the MTN CFO challenged the students to look ahead and build meaningful legacies.
“What story will you write for yourself in the next ten years? What impact will you leave for your family, your community, and your country? Ghana depends on you,” she charged.

In addition to her motivational address, MTN Ghana introduced students to the MTN Skills Academy, a digital learning platform designed to equip young people with future-ready skills. Senior high school students were particularly encouraged to use the platform’s career guidance tools to make informed choices about their career paths.

The summit brought together educators, community leaders, and students, all united in the belief that investing in youth development is crucial to shaping Ghana’s future.

MTN Ghana’s support for the Youth Empowerment Summit, organised by Martha Inspires, aligns with the company’s long-standing commitment to youth development. The telecom giant has partnered with the summit in Tamale for eight consecutive years, reaffirming its role in nurturing the next generation of leaders.

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