Accra, April 27, GNA – Fidelity Bank Ghana has launched the second cohort of its Orange Inspire programme, in partnership with ALX Ghana, a leading talent accelerator.
The initiative aims to equip emerging creative businesses with the skills, mentorship and industry exposure needed to transform creative ideas into sustainable enterprises.
Orange Inspire is a specialised programme under the Fidelity Young Entrepreneurs Initiative (FYEI) and anchored by the Fidelity Cultural and Creative Fund (FCCF).
Launched in April 2025, the eight-week programme provides selected participants with business training, mentorship, brand positioning, financial literacy, and industry exposure.
It culminates in a Grand Demo Day where shortlisted ventures pitch for grant funding totalling GHS 600,000.
Mr Julian Opuni, the Managing Director, Fidelity Bank Ghana, said the initiative reflected the Bank’s commitment to supporting sectors shaping the future of Ghana’s economy.
“Ghana’s creative economy is full of talents, innovation and cultural influence, but many creative entrepreneurs struggle to access the support systems that allow their ideas to become viable businesses,” he said.
“Orange Inspire was created to close that gap by combining financing, mentorship and industry exposure. Our goal is to help young creatives move from passion to sustainable enterprise, while positioning Ghana’s creative sector to compete on the global stage.”
The programme targets entrepreneurs working in film and music, fashion, arts and crafts, digital media, content creation and creative technology.
Participants include filmmakers, musicians, artisans, designers, animators, digital artists, podcasters, influencers and game developers.
Nana Darko Asiedu, the Country Director, ALX Ghana, said the partnership reflected a shared commitment to preparing Africa’s next generation of innovators and business leaders.
“At ALX, we believe Africa’s greatest resource is its young people and their potential to innovate,” he said.
“The Orange Inspire programme aligns strongly with our mission to develop the next generation of entrepreneurs and creators who will shape Africa’s future.”
“By partnering with Fidelity Bank, we are helping to ensure that creative talent is matched with the skills, networks and opportunities needed to thrive.”
The launch of Cohort 2 follows the success of the inaugural Orange Inspire programme in 2025.
The first edition attracted over 470 applications when 24 creatives were selected for incubation and over GHS 500,000 in funding was awarded to eight emerging creative businesses.
GNA
Edited by Agnes Boye-Doe