Dr. Bernice Makafui Brempong succeeds Yoofi Grant as new GIPC CEO 

Dr. Bernice Makafui Brempong has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC).

She succeeds Yofi Grant, who served in the role at the agency responsible for promoting investments in Ghana until December 30, 2024.

Before her appointment, Dr. Brempong was the CEO of Makhealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd. She has also held executive leadership roles at Synergy Commodities Ltd. and D-Amphora Ltd.

“Upon her appointment, she expressed her commitment to working collaboratively with stakeholders to enhance Ghana’s business environment and solidify the country’s position as one of Africa’s top investment destinations,” a GIPC statement read on Wednesday, January 29.

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Dr. Brempong boasts of a distinguished track record in business development, healthcare, and strategic partnerships.

She holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Ghana’s School of Pharmacy, a Master of Science in Entrepreneurship from University College London, and a Doctor of Pharmacy from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.

Though trained as a pharmacist, Dr. Brempong has established herself as an innovative business leader, founding and leading a portfolio of thriving companies in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, and commodity sectors, contributing significantly to Ghana’s socio-economic development.

A strong advocate for the growth of Ghana’s health economy, she believes that attracting health-related investments will be a key driver of sustainable economic growth.