At the intersection of truth-seeking and technology coverage, Rosemond Akuorkor Adjetey has carved a formidable path. Her compelling reportage earned her the Print and Online sub-category award under the EMIs category at the first-ever Technology Industry Media Excellence Awards (TIMEA), held in Accra.
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At the heart of Ghana’s business and economic reportage lies the enduring voice of Suleiman Mustapha, the distinguished Special Correspondent of the Graphic Communications Group Limited. At the inaugural Technology Industry Media Excellence Awards (TIMEA), Suleiman was honoured as the winner in the Print and Online sub-category under the Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) category.
With a keen eye for unraveling complex market dynamics and a penchant for precision, Suleiman’s winning stories offered fresh clarity on the inner workings of Ghana’s telecommunications and digital infrastructure sectors. His coverage deconstructed industry reforms, investment flows, and corporate strategies—connecting the dots for policy actors, investors, and the everyday reader.
No stranger to recognition, Suleiman previously earned the prestigious GJA Business and Financial Journalist of the Year (2018). At TIMEA, his investigative rigor and thought leadership once again earned industry-wide respect.
As a leading advocate for responsible financial journalism, Suleiman currently serves as the President of the Journalists for Business Advocacy (JBA). His editorial work continues to set benchmarks for integrity, insight, and transformative impact.
In appreciation of his exceptional contribution, Suleiman received a laptop and a citation certificate, presented during the awards event attended by media luminaries, Chamber executives, and representatives from Ghana’s telecom and fintech landscape.
“Suleiman’s writing demystifies the most complex economic themes, making them accessible and actionable for public good,” noted one TIMEA judge.
His TIMEA win reaffirms the essential role that in-depth, policy-literate journalism plays in shaping the future of Ghana’s digital economy.
In a resounding testament to courage, depth, and journalistic brilliance, Ivan Heathcote-Fumador of Ultimate FM, a subsidiary of the EIB Network, emerged the overall winner at the maiden edition of the Technology Industry Media Excellence Awards (TIMEA), held in Accra.
Ivan was adjudged winner in the Broadcast sub-category under the Electronic Money Issuers (EMIs) category, distinguishing himself through exceptional reporting that merges inclusivity with innovation. His work sheds critical light on how digital finance and technology are reshaping underserved communities—particularly from the lens of accessibility and equality.
A solutions-focused journalist with over a decade of experience, Ivan’s beat spans the intersection of disability rights, gender advocacy, digital economy, and governance. His nuanced coverage consistently elevates voices often sidelined in mainstream tech discourse. Though visually impaired, his storytelling is unclouded—probing, principled, and profoundly impactful.
Held on Friday, December 13, 2024, the TIMEA Awards brought together thought leaders from across Ghana’s telecommunications and fintech ecosystem, celebrating journalists whose reporting fuels public understanding and sector advancement.
As overall winner, Ivan received a brand-new laptop and a citation from the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications and the EMIs Chamber of Ghana, co-organisers of the initiative.
“Ivan’s stories not only inform, but also inspire the entire industry to do better—for everyone,” remarked a Chamber executive during the ceremony.
With his signature depth and humanity, Ivan continues to prove that while he may lack sight, his vision leads the way for inclusive, responsible tech journalism in Ghana and beyond.
Ultimate FM’s Ivan Heathcote-Fumador Tops Winners Of Inaugural TIMEA Awards Initiative
Ivan Heathcote-Fumador, a rising journalist with Ultimate FM of the EIB network, has emerged the overall winner at the inaugural Technology Industry Media Excellence Awards (TIMEA) event held in Accra.
The awards ceremony, established by the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications and the EMIs Chamber of Ghana, seeks to recognize and reward journalists telling industry-related news stories that highlight key industry issues, technological deployment, ICT investment, as well as corporate social responsibility (CSR) undertakings, among others.
Mr. Heathcote-Fumador was adjudged winner in the Broadcast sub-category under the EMIs category of the awards. He was joined by Suleiman Mustapha of the Graphic Communications Group Limited who took home the honors for the Print and Online sub-category under the MNOs and OEMs category of the awards. Rosemond Akuorkor Adjetey from the EIB Network, rounded up the three winners on the night, taking home the award for the Print and Online sub-category under the EMIs category of the awards.
All three winners received a brand new laptop, each, along with a citation certificate congratulating them for their achievement.
Held on Friday, December 13th, 2024, the new awards initiative was attended by leadership from across the membership of both the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications and the EMIs Chamber of Ghana, editors and senior journalists from the leading media houses in Ghana as well as friends and family of the awardees.
The Winners
Ivan is a solutions and impact driven journalist with over a decade experience. His interest cuts across disability and gender equality; politics and governance; climate change and sustainable development; the green and digital economy as well as business and finance reporting with a priority for young start ups. He works with Ultimate FM of the EIB Network. He is visually impaired but certainly not vision impaired.
Suleiman is the Special Correspondent at the Graphic Communications Group Limited. He has won several awards in his career as a journalist including the 2018 GJA Business and Financial Journalist of year.
He is an investigative journalist with special focus on Economics, Business and Finance. He is the President of the Journalists For Business Advocacy (JBA)
Rosemond is a business journalist driven by the pursuit of truth. She is dedicated to uncovering stories that challenge power and amplify marginalized voices. With a deep passion for agriculture, economics, fintech, and energy reporting, she navigates complex issues to bring clarity and context to her audience. Her work aims to inform, inspire change, and hold the powerful accountable.
About the Technology Industry Media Excellence Awards
The Technology Industry Media Excellence Awards (TIMEA) was established by the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications and the EMIs Chamber of Ghana to encourage greater media interest in the telecommunications and digital finance industries. The awards aim to recognize and reward journalists who contribute to the development of these sectors through insightful stories and reports. This initiative highlights the critical role of the media in shaping public understanding of industry trends, innovations, and corporate social responsibility (CSR).
Award Categories
The awards cover multiple segments, including:
Each category focuses on recognizing excellence in industry-related reporting across various media platforms.
Eligibility
Awards Ceremony
The TIMEA awards will be held annually, with the condition that awards will only be presented if suitable candidates meet the criteria for excellence. This ensures the integrity and credibility of the award process.
The scheme underscores the media’s vital role in driving awareness and engagement within Ghana’s telecommunications and digital finance ecosystems.
Source: Chamber News Desk
Terms & Conditions – Technology Industry Media Excellence Awards
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