Nana Yaa Serwaa Sarpong recently moderated two high-level panel discussions and delivered remarks on another panel at the Goals Lounge during the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in September 2025 at the UN Headquarters in New York — a special initiative convened by the UN Deputy Secretary-General and hosted by the UN Office for Partnerships. The Goals Lounge brought together World leaders, UN officials, private sector executives, and media practitioners to address urgent global issues.

Nana moderated the sessions themed “Brewing Sustainability: The Global Coffee Dialogue,” which examined sustainable sourcing and the future of global coffee trade as a means of sustaining livelihoods, and “Reframing the SDGs: Africa’s Voice, Media’s Power and Impactful Narratives,” which explored how Africa can reset the SDG narrative by centering its own voices, experiences, and innovations.

She also addressed a session on “Beyond the Headlines: How Women Media Leaders Are Expanding the Story,” which spotlighted the contribution of women media leaders in transforming the industry, breaking barriers, challenging bias, and the evolving role of women in media on reshaping narratives with insights from the UN Global Women in Media Report 2025, and the power of inclusive storytelling in shaping public understanding of peace, security, and progress in today’s complex global landscape.

HOUSE OF LORDS, UK

In November 2025, Nana Yaa Serwaa Sarpong was invited by The Baroness Verma of Leicester, Leicestershire to present an Address on Educational Reforms for Out of School Children at the House of Lords / UK Parliament during the Global Education Summit.

OTHERS

Nana has spoken and engaged on several global forums in Turkey, USA, UK, Germany, UAE, Cameroon, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Ghana, Nigeria, Philippines, etc.

MEDIA

The astute media & business professional is currently celebrating her 26 years of media practice. Nana’s long and distinguished career in Media started back in 1999 and she has remained a pillar in the industry to date.

Nana Yaa is currently the General Manager for Ghana’s prominent media group, EIB Network, operators of 9 Stations comprising 2 TV brands — GHOne TV and Agoo TV — as well as 7 Radio Brands — Starr FM, Kasapa FM, Ultimate FM, Abusua FM, Empire FM, Radio 360 and Agoo FM — and Digital Platforms including starrfm.com.gh, kasapafmonline.com and various social media assets.

Nana has contributed immensely to shaping Ghana’s Media Landscape. Many of the significant gains made in Ghana’s media are as a result of her contributory work, for which she has been much celebrated.

After starting off her career as a TV Presenter with Fontomfrom TV in 1999, Nana Yaa was instrumental in the set up of all three Channels of Crystal TV Network (Crystal TV Prime, Crystal TV Plus, Crystal TV Xtra) in 2009 and worked with Crystal TV several years before and after.

In February 2011, Nana Yaa joined Africa’s media powerhouse, The Multimedia Group Ltd., as Channel Manager of three brands: Cine Afrik, The Jesus Channel and Ghana’s groundbreaking Children Channel, 4KIDS Channel. She won several awards for these brands. All three Channels’ offerings eventually merged into one brand called Joy Prime, which she set up and managed from March 2015.

Under her management, Joy Prime was amongst the Top 3 TV Stations in Ghana and fast became one of Africa’s most loved Television brands, reaching millions of homes across West and Central Africa. Her Channels were nominated for several awards and won over 14 Awards recognising the channels’ Brand Strength, Programs, and Partnerships with key Events in Ghana.

She led and managed several international relationships for the Multimedia Group including partnerships with international studios such as the BBC, Endemol / Shine, Sony, MTV, Côte Ouest, Go Quest Media, amongst others before her departure in September 2019.

Nana Yaa is also credited with the acquisition and set up of Zylofon TV and Zylofon FM, Takoradi, as well as contributing to numerous other Media and Entertainment brands in Ghana including Angel TV, Family Tree Entertainment, Business Week, Corporate Guardian, etc.

Nana Yaa’s contribution to Ghana’s Media landscape is partly evidenced in the industry admiration and the numerous notable awards she has won for both her channels and personally.

GENDER MAINSTREAMING & THE SDGs

Nana Yaa Serwaa Sarpong has been empowering women for the last eighteen (18) years. She is the Founder and President of Women in Sustainability Africa (WiSA) — a coordinating Pan-African Organization launched in partnership with the UN Global Compact and the Government of Ghana.

WiSA works with CSOs, Corporate Institutions, and Local, Continental and International Development Organizations to bring women and women groups together, especially at the grassroots level, to foster the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across Africa.
www.womeninsustainabilityafrica.org

WiSA stands for the development of new perspectives and catalytic ideas towards accelerating growth for the achievement of the SDGs, including closing the Gender Inequality gap. WiSA believes that to build a sustainable Africa, women must be pushed and supported to lead the drive for the achievement of the SDGs so the world can be left in a better shape than it was found.

This must be achieved alongside bridging the gender inequality gap through a two-pronged approach:

• First is the recognition of women as a major source of labour with positive return on every investment to build capacity in women
• Second is the unanimous agreement that it will take the collaborative efforts of both men and women to lead the closure of the gender inequality gap — men standing side by side with women to lift up and empower women.

Nana is also the Convener of the Annual WiSA Summit, whose maiden edition on May 1st, 2025 saw over 800 registered participants with many more in attendance.

Eighteen (18) years ago, Nana Yaa founded and operated the League of Extraordinary Women (LOEW) and led the organisation of its first conference in 2007.

HIGHLIGHTS OF IMPACT WORK / PAPERS / FEATURES

Nana Yaa’s life has been one of impact, making meaningful contributions to the lives of women, youth, organisations and economies, both locally and internationally. Nana Yaa Serwaa Sarpong is a Coach and Mentor to many women and young people in Ghana and globally. Nana Yaa consistently leads an incubation program that nurtures the youth and women through enriched development programs that offer insights on business, entrepreneurship and coping with life’s challenges.

She is a sought-after International Keynote Speaker and has received several international and local recognitions and awards for her works. Here are some notable works:

Some 2025 KEYNOTE Speeches

• 2nd International Conference on Environment, Social, Governance and Sustainable Development of Africa (ICESDA) – The Role of Women in driving the Sustainable Development of Africa
• Yaa Asantewaa Memorial Lectures – The Spirit of Yaa Asantewaa: Rekindling Courage, Reclaiming Power
• 3rd International Conference on Gender Equality – The Role of Women in accelerating the SDGs
• Women Economic and Empowerment Summit 2025 – “Breaking Barriers, building wealth, empowering women for economic independence”
• National Youth Mentorship Summit – “Youthpreneur – a catalyst for a new economy”
• International Customer Service Summit – “Unlocking Customer Loyalty through Sustainability Compliance”
• Excellence Summit 2025 – Leadership, Innovation and Excellence
• Leadership Lunch and Learn 2025 – Leading with Influence: Finding your purpose and strategies for sustainable growth

Other KEYNOTE Speeches between 2024 and 2025

Nana has spoken on numerous platforms as a Keynote Speaker on various topics including “Mastering Emotional Intelligence”, “Entrepreneurs for global impact”, “Empowered to rise, Leading Change”, “Visions and Dream”, “Entrepreneurship and Digital Innovations”, “Fostering Global Digital Equity; bridging gaps in Education, Health, Agriculture and Trade”, “Leave no Woman Behind – Development and Celebration of Women”, “Known, Loved and Transformed”, “Converting Sustainability into economic opportunities”, as well as numerous spirituality sermon themes.

In April 2023, the Faculty of Management Studies of the University of Professional Studies, Accra hosted Nana Yaa as Guest Speaker at its Annual Entrepreneurship Fair under the theme “Entrepreneurship and Innovation: the fulcrum of hope for sustainable jobs and wealth creation”.

In May 2023, Nana Yaa was a panel Speaker in Germany at the German–African Green Hydrogen Forum where she spoke on “the inter-relationship of the economic activities of Women, the Youth and Startups in Africa vis-à-vis the Green Hydrogen Economy”.

In June 2023, Nana featured as the only female Speaker at the African Investors Council’s Summit, hosted in Turkey, where she spoke on the theme “the Role of Trade in the economic empowerment of women”. She also facilitated the participation of women and top Ministers of Governments in Africa. In 2024, she was recognised and presented with a plaque of honour by the Turkish Chamber of Commerce for her efforts.

Nana Yaa Serwaa Sarpong is a well-known Women Empowerment advocate and a regularly booked Mentor, Coach and Speaker in the UAE. She has spoken at numerous events organised by the Global Growthinity Network in Dubai and the Philippines, as one of its committed Coaches and Catalysts. Some of the themes she has spoken on include “Rewriting women’s narrative through leadership and technology” and “Internationalisation – growing your brand beyond borders”.

Nana Yaa was also a Guest Speaker in Dubai for the March 2023 She Awards Global and Ladies in Business Magazine event and was presented with an award for her immense contribution to Women Empowerment and Business in Ghana.

In January 2023, Nana Yaa was honoured at the Africa Women Economic and Leadership Forum and Awards (AWELFA) held in Cameroon, where she spoke on the topic “Impact, Opportunities, and Strategies for Women in Entrepreneurship under the AfCFTA”. She also received an award for her contribution to women and business in Africa and won Female Entrepreneur of the Year.

Nana is also a regular Speaker at the Ignite Africa Conferences, Success Africa Conferences, and monthly women meetings in East Legon, Accra, amongst many others.

NOTABLE AWARDS

• November 29, 2025 – Ultimate Woman in Leadership (Media) – Women’s Choice Awards Africa
• October 24, 2025 – Women in ESG & Sustainability Leadership Award – 2nd International Conference on ESG and the Sustainable Development of Africa (ICESDA)
• July 12, 2025 – Media & Communication Excellence – National Youth Mentorship Summit
• June 27, 2025 – Outstanding Female in Media and Corporate Affairs – The 11th Feminine Ghana Achievement Awards (The Business Executive)
• October 19, 2024 – Pan-African American Leadership Awards – Atlanta, Georgia, USA
• March 8, 2024 – Women of Impact Honours – Evoke Impact
• December 2023 – Lifetime Achievement Award – Radio and Television Personality (RTP) Awards, Ghana
• October 2023 – Contribution to Health Sector – Zenith Global Awards, London, UK
• June 2023 – Recognition in Trade – Turkish Chamber of Commerce
• March 2023 – Contribution to Media & Women Empowerment – She Awards Global, Dubai
• January 2023 – Female Entrepreneur of the Year – AWELFA, Cameroon
• October 2022 – Best in Marketing & Communication – Forty Under 40 Awards
• November 2022 – Top 100 Alumni – Ghana Communication Technology University
• August 2021 – Contribution to Social Impact & Development – Humanitarian Awards Global
• October 2020 – Best in Consultancy & Professional Service – Forty Under 40 Awards
• December 2019 – Media Personality of the Year – Ghana Leadership Awards
• November 2018 – Outstanding Channel Manager – C-BAZE Awards
• September 2016 – Outstanding Contribution to Kids Television and Entertainment – Ghana Kids Choice Awards
• November 2016 – Extraordinary Leadership & Contribution to Ghana’s Media Landscape and Social Change – Ghana Peace Awards

EDUCATION

• Professional Law Course (Oct. 2024 – June 2026) – Ghana School of Law, Makola, Ghana
• Joint MBA, International Trade – Anhalt University, Germany and GCTU, Ghana
• LLB Laws Degree – Mountcrest University, Ghana
• Chartered Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing – CIM UK/Ghana
• BSc. Business Administration (Banking & Finance) – University of Ghana Business School, Legon

GOVERNANCE (MANAGEMENT BOARDS & ADVISORY TEAMS)

• Member (Volunteer) – Technical Committee, High Level Ministerial Gender Forum (West Africa), Africa Development Bank (AfDB)
• Chairperson – Advisory Board, International Youth Network for the UN Security Council Resolution 2250 (IYNUNSCR 2250)
• Member – Board of Advisors, Cloud Broadcasting Summit Africa 2026
• Member – Board of Directors, Empire-Publicis Ltd., Ghana
• Member – Advisory Board, World Peace Tracts, Israel
• Member – Advisory Board, Africa Investors Council, Turkey
• Member – Advisory Board, The Global Growthinity Network, Dubai and Philippines
• Member – Advisory Board, Humanitarian Awards Global, Ghana
• Chairperson – Board of Advisors, Northern Innovation Lab, impacting Youth and Start Ups in the northern region through Education, Mentorship, Technological Support and Innovation
• Ex Member and Secretary – Advisory Board, The Methodist Church Ghana’s Wesleyan TV
• Lifetime Patron, Judge and Member – Advisory Board, The 48 Hour Film Project, Ghana / Filmapalooza, Los Angeles, USA

OTHER CAREER / PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Nana Yaa has worked with numerous International Chambers of Commerce, Embassies, Trade Groups and Institutions to facilitate trade within Ghana and across borders including Turkey, UAE, Germany and Zimbabwe. Nana was also a pioneering member of the Ghana–Zimbabwe Business Forum.

Nana Yaa briefly led the Ghana Team towards the launch and roll-out of the Acres (Fertilizer) Agriculture project in Ghana as Country Director for the organisation.

Nana Yaa is also a multiple award-winning and accomplished founder and entrepreneur. She was adjudged Marketing & Communications Practitioner of the Year at the 2022 Forty Under 40 Awards held on October 1st, 2022, and previously won the Forty Under 40 Awards 2020 for the Consultancy & Professional Service category. In November 2022, she was honoured with the Top 100 Achiever Award by the Ghana Communication Technology University and Anhalt University, Germany. In 2021, she was honoured by the Humanitarian Awards Global for her humanitarian support and works.

She is the Founder and CEO of the frontline Investment and Consulting firm, Elohay Group, which specialises in Trade, Business Process Outsourcing, Management of Media Platforms, PR, Branding & Advertising and Events Management. She provides strategic direction and fosters B2B partnerships across the Group’s investments in Media, PR & Advertising, Telecoms & Technology, FMCG, Logistics, Agriculture, and Real Estate.

The company operates its own media brand (NewsRoom24.com), a 100% owned baby diaper brand (Day & Night Baby Diapers), TV content syndication, PR & Advertising units, amongst others. The Group has also invested in brand partnerships with local and multinational brands including MTN Branch & Customer Service Operations, DHL Logistics Services, and Ecobank, amongst others.

In addition, the company has represented numerous organisations in Africa in the past and present from the UAE, Turkey, UK, USA, Canada, Zimbabwe, South Africa, amongst others.

NOTABLE FIRSTS

Nana Yaa’s career has enjoyed many firsts. In 2006, Nana joined hands with the Kludjeson International Group to successfully create, launch and manage Ghana’s first locally branded and assembled PC brand as Project Manager of AKA Computers at age 23.

She created and managed Ghana’s 1st and 2nd Christian TV Channels, as well as Ghana’s 1st and 2nd Children TV Channels. Nana Yaa also discovered and led the execution of Ghana’s first 24-hour reality show, “I’m in Love With Bomaye”, which broke new ground and topped audience ratings, garnering the biggest following of a reality show in Ghana at the time.

CONTACT : +233244770006, nysarpong@yahoo.com
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WIKEPEDIA PAGE: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nana_Yaa_Serwaa_Sarpong

WiSA : www.womeninsustainabilityafrica.org