KGL Group Executive Chairman Alex Dadey Receives Special Award at 30th GJA Media Awards
The Executive Chairman of KGL Group, Alex Apau Dadey, has received a Special Honorary Award at the 30th Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Media Awards.
The prestigious ceremony, held at the Palms Convention Centre, La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra, on Saturday, November 7, 2026, recognised Mr Dadey for his significant contributions to the development of the association, the media and the nation as a whole.
The milestone event was themed: “30th GJA Media Awards: Celebrating Excellence, Advancing Media Freedom and Combating Hate Speech in the Digital Age”.
President John Dramani Mahama, who was the Special Guest of Honour and Keynote Speaker at the awards ceremony, presented the citation accompanying the award to Mr Dadey.
Distinguished entrepreneur and philanthropist
The KGL Executive Chairman has been an exceptional entrepreneur whose vision has contributed to national development and whose sustained support has benefited Ghana’s media landscape.
Under his leadership, KGL Group has grown into a wholly Ghanaian-owned conglomerate with interests in technology innovation, fintech, logistics, trade, property development, gaming and commerce. The Group has contributed significantly to state revenue mobilisation through corporate income tax payments to the Ghana Revenue Authority.
Through the KGL Foundation, the Group has invested heavily in health, education, youth development and sports.
Mr Dadey previously served as Board Chairman of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC). His philanthropic and developmental contributions have earned him widespread recognition.
In 2025, he received the Forbes Best of Africa Corporate Leadership and Innovation Award in London. He was also honoured at the Millennium Excellence Awards for his exceptional leadership and lasting impact on entrepreneurship, corporate governance and digital transformation.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has publicly commended him for his immense contribution to the development of Asanteman and Ghana.
Renewed national commitment
In his remarks at the GJA event, Mr Dadey called for a renewed national commitment to building stronger Ghanaian institutions through closer collaboration between government, the private sector and the media.
He emphasised that Ghana’s next phase of economic development must go beyond creating businesses to deliberately building institutions capable of growing, competing internationally and enduring across generations.
He highlighted the importance of sound corporate governance, succession planning, disciplined reinvestment and a business environment shaped by consistent, evidence-based policies.
He also challenged the media to embrace its broader responsibility in national development: to investigate wrongdoing, hold both public and private institutions accountable, interrogate policy and, equally, give visibility to businesses making meaningful contributions through innovation, job creation and investment. As he observed, the media does not merely report the economy; it helps shape the culture within which the economy develops.
Appreciation to President
Mr Dadey extended his heartfelt appreciation to President Mahama for his support for the advancement of the media and for recognising the important role journalism plays in national development.
He also commended the GJA for sustaining the prestigious awards over three decades, recognising the dedication of journalists and media practitioners whose work continues to inform society, promote accountability and contribute to Ghana’s democratic journey.
He congratulated all the award recipients and encouraged the profession to remain steadfast in upholding the principles of truth, fairness, independence and responsible journalism.
