Ghana High Commissioner Visits Oya Microcredit to Boost SME and Regional Trade

Oya Microcredit Limited, Kenya, hosted the High Commissioner of Ghana to Kenya for a media engagement and strategic visit aimed at strengthening economic collaboration between Kenya and Ghana and highlighting opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

Through the framework of the African Continental Free Trade Area (African Continental Free Trade Area), African countries are increasingly exploring opportunities to strengthen cooperation across key industries.

This visit came against the backdrop of growing bilateral cooperation between Kenya and Ghana aimed at boosting economic empowerment, job creation, and sustainable growth by supporting the formalization and scaling of SMEs. Both countries are already strengthening economic ties to expand opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises and enhance financial inclusion, with a focus on cross-border trade, digital finance, and improved access to credit.

The High Commissioner commended Oya Microfinance’s role in providing accessible credit solutions to entrepreneurs and underserved communities, noting that such initiatives are vital for driving innovation, job creation, and sustainable economic growth.

The visit highlighted the potential for cross-border collaboration in strengthening SME ecosystems and expanding financial access across Africa.

Discussions during the engagement focused on opportunities for synergy, including knowledge exchange between Ghanaian and Kenyan microfinance institutions, the development of regional SME support programs, and leveraging digital finance to reach rural populations.

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Ghana and Kenya Partnership

The High Commissioner emphasized that partnerships of this nature not only empower local businesses but also foster stronger bilateral relations between Ghana and Kenya.

Oya Microfinance, through its CEO, reaffirmed its commitment to championing inclusive financing and supporting SMEs as engines of economic transformation.

The institution looks forward to exploring collaborative initiatives that align with both countries’ development agendas and contribute to Africa’s broader financial inclusion goals.

Micro Financial institutions play a critical role in enabling SMEs to participate meaningfully in emerging sectors.

Access to affordable credit, working capital, and tailored financial solutions allows small businesses to expand their operations and is a source of livelihood to millions of people across the continent.

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Institutions like Oya Microcredit are therefore instrumental in empowering entrepreneurs and SMEs by providing the financial support needed to unlock new opportunities in trade, logistics, and service provision linked to Africa’s growth potential.

“Oya Microcredit is committed to supporting entrepreneurs and businesses by providing financial solutions that drive economic growth and opportunity,” said Wycklife Ochola (BSC-MML), CEO at Oya Microcredit.

“This engagement reflects our dedication to fostering partnerships that strengthen African trade and promote sustainable development.”
The visit underscores the importance of stronger economic ties between Kenya and Ghana as African nations continue to deepen collaboration through AfCFTA, the world’s largest free trade area by number of participating countries.

About Oya Microcredit Company Limited

Oya Microcredit Company Limited is a financial services provider focused on providing alternative, affordable lending solutions.

Through innovative financial products and partnerships, the organization works to promote entrepreneurship, financial inclusion, and sustainable economic growth.

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Oya Microcredit Limited, Kenya, hosted the High Commissioner of Ghana to Kenya for a media engagement. PHOTO/ FILE.