Telecel Ghana has launched the 2026 edition of its annual Small and Medium-scale Enterprises (SME) Month, with a renewed focus on helping entrepreneurs scale their businesses, adopt digital solutions and achieve sustainable growth.
Led by Telecel Business under the theme “Connect to Growth: Unlock More,” the month-long campaign will take practical business support, skills development, digital tools, market access and networking opportunities to SMEs across Ghana.
Speaking at the launch, Acting Director of Enterprise Business at Telecel Ghana, Nii Lartey, said this year’s programme was deliberately designed to move beyond starting businesses towards helping them grow and remain sustainable.
“Starting a business is one thing, but growing, sustaining and turning it into a thriving business is where the struggle lies for many SMEs,” Mr. Lartey said.
He said Telecel Business had developed practical tools, knowledge, systems, connections and opportunities to help emerging businesses “level up.”
According to the Ghana Statistical Service, Ghana had more than 2.6 million business establishments as of March 2026, with about 92 percent operating as informal micro businesses.
Telecel Ghana believes the figures highlight the need to support more businesses to transition from small and informal operations into sustainable and scalable enterprises.
Telecel, GEA partner on Train-to-Scale initiative
As part of the SME Month activities, Telecel Ghana is partnering with the Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA) on a Train-to-Scale initiative.
The free regional training programme will provide selected SME owners with practical training in business skills, mentorship, content creation and Telecel Cash Merchant operations.
Speaking at the launch, Head of MSME Development Directorate at GEA, Habiba Sumani, said digital inclusion was critical to achieving inclusive economic growth.
“When entrepreneurs can access reliable connectivity and understand how to use digital tools effectively, they are better able to reach customers, lower transaction costs, access information, build professional networks and participate more meaningfully in local and global markets,” she said.
She commended Telecel for recognising the important role SMEs play in Ghana’s development.
CEOs Unscripted to spotlight business realities
A major highlight of this year’s programme will be The CEOs Unscripted with Delay, an interactive conversation featuring founders of thriving businesses.
The session will explore the realities of building and scaling businesses, including mistakes, setbacks, technology choices and growth strategies.
Telecel said the initiative is intended to give entrepreneurs practical insights from business leaders who have experienced the challenges of growing successful enterprises.
SME Month expands beyond Accra
This year’s SME Month will also extend beyond Accra through the Telecel Business Runway, which will bring together existing SMEs, start-ups, financial advisers and investors in the Western Region.
The initiative is expected to create opportunities for entrepreneurs to build connections, access knowledge and explore potential avenues for growth and investment.
The Boss Plan takes centre stage
The 2026 SME Month is being championed by The Boss Plan, Telecel Business’ flagship product for SMEs.
According to Head of SME at Telecel Ghana, Alfred Neizer, the product is designed to support the digital transformation of businesses through high-volume, non-expiry data and voice bundles, alongside a built-in customer outreach and SMS marketing tool.
“As businesses grow, they need more data, better communication and simple ways to stay connected to their customers. The Boss Plan gives SMEs all three in one solution,” Mr. Neizer said.
He said Telecel’s objective was for entrepreneurs to adopt digital solutions, build valuable connections, access opportunities and improve the way they operate.
The 2026 SME Month builds on previous editions of Telecel’s SME-focused programmes, which have evolved to include capacity building, women-focused entrepreneurship, youth entrepreneurship, artificial intelligence training, business showcases, networking and digital business solutions.
SMEs across Ghana can sign up for the Boss Plan through the Telecel Play App or by dialing *5959#.
