Sammi Awuku Appointed Vice President of SME Global for Africa

In a significant career milestone, Sammi Awuku, the former National Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and former Member of Parliament (MP) for Akuapem North Constituency in Ghana, has been appointed Vice President for SME Global, overseeing the African continent.

This announcement, confirmed in a letter dated March 10, 2025, marks a key moment in Awuku’s career, as he takes on a leadership role in the global push to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Africa.

SME Global, a prominent network focused on promoting SMEs and start-ups, is the economic arm of the International Democracy Union (IDU).

The organization’s mission is to foster a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem through low taxation, economic responsibility, and the promotion of individual liberty within a socially-oriented market economy.

The letter confirming Awuku’s appointment, signed by Lilia Heitz, Secretary-General of SME Global, expressed confidence in his ability to drive impactful initiatives across the continent.

“We are confident that your contributions will be instrumental in advancing our mission and driving impactful initiatives.

We appreciate your commitment to this responsibility and look forward to collaborating on strengthening the global SME landscape,” the letter read.

As Vice President for Africa, Awuku’s primary responsibility will be to spearhead efforts supporting SMEs across the continent.

This will involve advocating for necessary regulatory reforms, ensuring the growth of small businesses, and elevating the role of entrepreneurship in political and economic transformations across African nations.

Sammi Awuku’s appointment is expected to have a major impact on the African business landscape.

His deep-rooted experience in leadership and political advocacy positions him well to understand the challenges SMEs face and develop practical solutions to help them thrive in a rapidly evolving global economy.

SME Global’s network of policymakers and business leaders will collaborate with Awuku to ensure that SME issues remain central in global policy discussions.

In addition to his leadership role in Africa, Awuku will work alongside other prominent figures, including Jörgen Warborn, MEP, President of SME Global, and other board members from around the world.

His appointment signals a renewed commitment to fostering entrepreneurship, job creation, and economic growth in Africa and beyond.