MTN Ghana has launched its 2026 Sustainability Month campaign as part of activities marking its 30th anniversary celebrations, reaffirming its commitment to creating shared value, driving responsible business practices and contributing to Ghana’s sustainable development.
The month-long campaign, themed “Together for a Sustainable Future: Small Actions, Big Impact,” encourages employees, partners, customers and the public to adopt simple, consistent actions that collectively deliver positive environmental and social outcomes.
Speaking at the launch, the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Stephen Blewett, said the decision to expand the annual sustainability observance from one week to an entire month reflects the growing importance of sustainability in business and society.
“Sustainability is not a department. It is a discipline. When we get it right, we build a business that is trusted, resilient and relevant for the future while making a stronger contribution to Ghana’s development,” he said.
He noted that MTN Ghana’s sustainability strategy is anchored on creating shared value, emphasizing that the company’s success is closely linked to the growth and prosperity of Ghana.
“MTN Ghana succeeds when Ghana succeeds. Responsible business growth must therefore create opportunities for people, strengthen communities, enable businesses, protect the environment and build public trust,” he added.
As MTN Ghana marks 30 years of operations in Ghana, Mr. Blewett highlighted the company’s progress across its sustainability priorities, including the rollout of biodegradable SIM cards, investment in renewable energy solutions, carbon reduction initiatives, climate-smart agricultural projects, digital and financial inclusion programmes, and more than US$1 billion invested in network expansion over the past five years and efforts to empowering small businesses through capacity-building initiatives.
According to him, these interventions demonstrate how consistent, purposeful actions can create lasting value for communities, businesses and the environment while contributing to national development.
Mr. Blewett further shared that sustainability is being embedded into everyday business decisions, including planning, product development, procurement, risk management and operational execution.
Chairperson for the launch event, Sena Dake, Fellow and Immediate Past President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana, challenged participants to translate sustainability ambitions into practical, everyday actions.
According to her, meaningful change requires collective commitment and consistent effort from individuals and organisations alike.
“A sustainable future will not be built by a few extraordinary people doing extraordinary things. It will be built by ordinary people choosing to do the right things consistently every day,” she said.
The Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer of MTN Ghana, Adwoa Afriyie Wiafe, described Sustainability Month as an opportunity for everyone to contribute to the country’s sustainability journey.
“This campaign is an invitation for all of us to recognise the value of our individual actions and trust that, together, they can create meaningful impact for Ghana,” she said.
She encouraged participants to remain consistent in their actions, noting that sustainable change is achieved through deliberate and sustained effort.
“You do not need to carry the whole future in your hands. Just bring your one twig today and another tomorrow. Through consistent effort, we can collectively build the sustainable future we want to see,” she added.
Throughout August, MTN Ghana will implement a series of activities aimed at deepening awareness of sustainability, promoting responsible business practices and inspiring stakeholders to make sustainability a shared responsibility through everyday actions.
The campaign forms part of MTN Ghana’s 30th anniversary celebrations and reflects the company’s enduring commitment to enabling progress, creating opportunities and supporting Ghana’s long-term social, economic and environmental wellbeing.
