Samuel Bonsu Sekyere - CEO of Atwima Kwanwoma Community Bank PLC

Real transformation isn't measured by the number of trainings delivered; it's measured by the institutional changes that continue to create impact long after the program ends. At CapitalPlus Exchange (CapPlus), through the Mastercard Foundation FIRST+II program, our goal is to strengthen financial institutions from within by enhancing systems, building staff capacity, refining policies, and equipping them with the tools to sustainably serve MSMEs. In this testimonial, Samuel Bonsu Sekyere, CEO of Atwima Kwanwoma Community Bank, reflects on how the partnership has strengthened the bank's lending capabilities, expanded its MSME portfolio, and influenced strategic decisions that will shape its future well beyond the program. This is what systems change looks like. Strengthening financial institutions so they create lasting pathways for businesses to access finance, thrive, and generate jobs for years to come.