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Venture capital is one of the riskiest forms of investing. Most startups fail. Yet venture capital firms in Ghana and across Africa continue to raise funds, back founders, and pursue returns. The question is: how do they actually make money? The answer lies in a simple but powerful model—back many companies, accept that most will…
Private equity in Ghana has grown from a niche corner of the financial market into a $6.93 billion industry . Yet for most Ghanaians, it remains a mystery—partly because the world of private equity operates behind closed doors, and partly because the barriers to entry are high. This ASJ article explains how the industry works,…
Hedge funds are among the most sophisticated investment vehicles in global finance. In Ghana, they occupy a small but growing niche—regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission, accessible only to qualified investors, and designed for those seeking returns that move differently from traditional stocks and bonds. This ASJ article explains how hedge funds work in…
For many Ghanaians, owning commercial property—an office block, a shopping mall, or a warehouse—has always been out of reach. The capital required is too large, the management is too complex, and the risk is too concentrated. Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) solve this problem by allowing ordinary investors to pool their money and own a…
For decades, owning a piece of Apple, Google, or Tesla seemed out of reach for the average Ghanaian. But that has changed. Today, you can buy US stocks directly from your phone in Accra, starting with as little as $10. This ASJ article explains exactly how to do it, which platforms work in Ghana, and…
