Source: Africa Publicity
Ghanaian businessman and founder of the Kessben Group, Stephen Kwabena Boateng, popularly known as Kwabena Kesse or Kessben, has died at the age of 68.
Kessben reportedly passed away after a period of illness. His death marks the loss of one of Ghana’s prominent entrepreneurs, whose business interests spanned several sectors of the economy.
Born on September 12, 1957, Kessben grew up in North Suntreso in Kumasi and spent more than three decades building and managing a diverse business empire.
The Kessben Group, which he founded, comprised several companies, including Kessben Travel and Tours, Kessben Driving School, Kessben Computer School, Kessben Shipping and Forwarding Ltd., Fosua Hotel and Conference Centre, Kessben University College, Kessben Consult and the Kessben Foundation.
His interests also extended into the media industry through Kessben FM Limited, the company under which Kessben FM, Kessben TV and Aseda TV were registered.
Kessben also held majority shares in Multi Credit Savings and Loans Ltd., further expanding his footprint in Ghana’s financial services sector.
Beyond his business activities, Kessben was recognised for his philanthropic work and contributions to community development.
He was also a member of Ghana’s National Peace Council from 2004 to 2010, contributing to efforts aimed at promoting peace and national cohesion.
Throughout his career, Kessben built a reputation as an entrepreneur with interests across media, education, hospitality, transport and financial services.
His death is expected to be widely mourned by the business community, media industry, political and civil society circles, as well as communities that benefited from his philanthropic initiatives.
