Alex Apau Dadey, the distinguished Executive Chairman of KGL Group, received the prestigious Forbes Best of Africa Corporate Leadership and Innovation Award at a high-profile Leadership and Philanthropy Forum held at the House of Lords in London.
The award was presented by Mark A. Furlong, President of Custom Solutions Media for Forbes, who praised Mr. Dadey’s exceptional achievements in advancing KGL Group’s technological innovations. “On behalf of the Forbes Best of Africa Award Committee, it is my honor to present to you the Forbes Best of Africa Corporate Leadership & Innovation Award,” Furlong stated.
The official citation recognized Mr. Dadey’s transformative leadership: “As Executive Chairman of KGL Group, you have successfully led the company’s expansion into digital solutions, fintech, and technology-driven platforms that have revolutionized Ghana’s lottery and gaming industry while fostering financial inclusion. Under your stewardship, KGL Group has emerged as a leading African corporate brand, exemplifying innovation, social impact, and sustainable business practices.”
Receiving the award alongside his wife and children, Mr. Dadey expressed heartfelt appreciation, saying, “I am truly humbled by this recognition. My sincere gratitude goes to the Forbes team for this honor, and to the extraordinary team at KGL Group, including our Board, Management, and Staff, whose dedication has made this possible. I encourage all Africans in the diaspora to return home and contribute their knowledge to building the continent. After living in London for over 20 years, I decided to return to Ghana to serve and create impact. Ten years on, I am proud to have built one of Ghana’s most successful technology-driven businesses, and I am honored that Forbes recognizes this journey.”
In addition to leading KGL Group to become a prominent corporate brand in Africa, Mr. Dadey has made significant contributions to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Corporate Social Investment (CSI) projects in Ghana. Notable initiatives include sponsoring the Ghana Black Stars’ journey to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, constructing a multimillion-dollar ultra-modern Mental Health Facility in the Ashanti Region in partnership with the King of Ashanti Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, and providing free incubators to various hospitals in Ghana.
KGL Group contributes GH¢3 million annually to support the Stabilization Fund of the National Lottery Authority (NLA) and GH¢2 million annually to the NLA Good Causes Foundation. The group also offers scholarships to orphans and destitute children and sponsors various charity organizations across Ghana and Africa.
Currently, KGL Group plans to partner with the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (also known as MahamaCares), a landmark initiative of President John Mahama aimed at providing financial assistance to individuals living with chronic diseases across Ghana. MahamaCares seeks to cover the costs of care and medication for non-communicable diseases not currently included under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), as well as invest in health infrastructure, medical equipment, specialist training, and research to enhance access to quality healthcare delivery in Ghana.
