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Venture Capital Trust Fund is a Government of Ghana backed private equity initiative, which was established by the enactment of the VCTF Act 2004 Act 680

Venture Capital Trust Fund (“VCTF” or, the “Trust Fund”) is a Government of Ghana backed private equity initiative, which was established by the enactment of the Venture Capital Trust Fund Act 2004 (Act 680). In practice, the Trust Fund is a fund of funds and operates through venture capital finance companies (VCFCs). VCTF’s Board of Trustees with the enduring support of the Government of Ghana, has through its investments, established a vibrant venture capital industry in Ghana. Today, the Industry provides much-needed long-term funds as well as technical support to enable SMEs grow and expand their operations thereby creating more jobs and increasing their contribution to Ghana’s economic progress. In addition to this, VCTF has been at the forefront of entrepreneurship development in Ghana having established Ghana’s first Angel Investor Network in 2011 to provide financial and mentoring support to young entrepreneurs and start-up businesses. Since 2006, the Trust Fund has partnered with various private sector institutions and international DFIs to establish five funds with more than US$57 million in total in committed capital. To date, more than US$16 million has been invested in 46 SMEs across various sectors of the Ghanaian economy. The Trust Fund is a major player in Ghana’s agricultural sector through its agricultural value chain financing of cereals and grains for the poultry, livestock and brewery industries having disbursed US$3.5 million to key actors of the agricultural commodity value chain.

10/09/2026

Investment goes beyond financial returns. Its real impact is reflected in the businesses that grow, the jobs they create and the opportunities they unlock.

At VCTF, we believe capital should create value that lasts.

27/08/2026

Celebrating Impact and Partnership!

Over the years, VCAP has benefited from the support and contribution of professionals who have generously shared their time, knowledge and experience with our analysts.

As part of our recent programme, we presented Citations of Recognition to distinguished contributors to VCAP, in appreciation of their valuable contribution and continued support over the years.

Among those recognised were Amma Lartey, CEO of Impact Investing Ghana, and Sam Yeboah of Mirepa Capital, pictured here receiving their citations.

We extend our sincere appreciation to all our distinguished honourees for the important role they have played in the VCAP journey and in supporting the development of the next generation of investment professionals.

Thank you for your continued partnership and contribution.

17/08/2026

Our CEO, Michael Abbey, Esq., will join industry leaders today as a panel member at National ICT Week 2026, under the theme, “Innovation at Scale: Creating Opportunities Across Ghana’s Digital Ecosystem.”

The conversation provides an important platform to explore how innovation, investment, and access to capital can support the growth and scale of Ghana’s digital enterprises.

National ICT Week 2026 runs from 17th–20th August at the Cedi Conference Centre, University of Ghana, Legon.

29/07/2026

Sustainable businesses do more than generate returns. They create opportunities.

Across Ghana, businesses supported through the venture capital ecosystem are creating jobs, strengthening local value chains, and providing meaningful economic opportunities for women and communities.

This is the impact VCTF exists to enable.

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22/07/2026

A week ago today, VCTF and NEIP took an important step towards strengthening Ghana's entrepreneurial ecosystem through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding.

As we look ahead, we remain committed to working together to expand opportunities for entrepreneurs and support sustainable business growth through the proposed Adwumawura Fund.

20/07/2026

Behind the scenes at Metro TV's Good Morning Ghana.

Our CEO, Michael Abbey, Esq., joined the programme to discuss the VCTF–NEIP partnership and its significance for Ghana's entrepreneurial ecosystem.

19/07/2026

Join us on Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana this Monday, 20th July, at 7:10 a.m. as our CEO, Michael Abbey, Esq., discusses the VCTF–NEIP partnership and its significance for Ghana’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

We look forward to having you tune in.

15/07/2026

Today, the Venture Capital Trust Fund (VCTF) and the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) formalised a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on sustainable financing, investment readiness, capacity building, and business development for beneficiaries of the Adwumawura Programme.

The agreement reflects a shared vision to equip entrepreneurs with the knowledge, resources, and financing pathways needed to build competitive, growth-oriented enterprises.

Through this collaboration, VCTF will contribute to building investment-ready enterprises by providing sustainable financing pathways, business advisory support, and enterprise development interventions that help entrepreneurs grow and scale their businesses.

We look forward to working with NEIP to unlock new opportunities for entrepreneurs and contribute to Ghana's economic transformation.

Swipe through for highlights from today's signing ceremony.

10/07/2026

A clean environment is a shared responsibility.

In support of the Government of Ghana's National General Cleaning Exercise, the Venture Capital Trust Fund (VCTF) will join the nationwide initiative to promote cleaner communities and a healthier environment.

Together, our actions can make a lasting difference.

06/07/2026

Meaningful conversations continue to shape the future of Ghana's venture capital and impact investing ecosystem.

The Venture Capital Trust Fund (VCTF), in partnership with Impact Investing Ghana and the Ghana Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (GVCA), successfully hosted the 2nd Ecosystem Quarterly Reflections (EQR).

The event brought together founders, investors, fund managers, development partners, and ecosystem stakeholders for insightful discussions on the opportunities, challenges, and collaborative actions needed to strengthen Ghana's venture capital and impact investing ecosystem.

We appreciate everyone who contributed their perspectives and made the conversations both engaging and impactful.

Together, we continue to strengthen the ecosystem through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and meaningful partnerships.

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+233 302670946

Website

http://www.vctf.com.gh/

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