The University of Cape Coast (UCC) has extended its warm congratulations to Sir Sam Esson Jonah, the Chancellor of UCC, for being honoured with the Africa Ultimate “Man of the Year” award at the 2025 Exclusive Men of the Year (EMY) Africa Awards. This esteem recognition celebrates his outstanding leadership, exemplary service, and enduring impact across Africa and beyond.
Sir Sam Jonah is widely known as one of Ghana’s most influential business leaders and statesmen. He rose to prominence as the Chief Executive Officer of Ashanti Goldfields Company, where he played a pivotal role in transforming the firm into a global mining powerhouse. He later served as President of AngloGold Ashanti and has continued to offer strategic leadership across various sectors, including finance, education, and governance.
Sir Sam Jonah is celebrated for his commitment to youth development, philanthropy, and national progress. His wisdom, humility, and service-oriented leadership have earned him admiration both locally and internationally.
Reports suggest that, UCC has described his award as a significant honour not only to the institution but also to the entire nation. Sir Sam Jonah has consistently championed academic excellence, institutional growth, and global visibility for UCC.
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