Episode 1: Ruka Sanusi on Why all Businesses are Green Businesses

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Do African businesses need to be climate conscious or is it a hype that’s being pushed onto them? What are the drivers of success for green economy entrepreneurs? Join Nachula Wilson and Ruka Sanusi, Executive Director of the Ghana Climate and Innovation Centre (GCIC), as they discuss these questions and Ruka’s work to support young businesses in Ghana.

2 Jun English Ghana Management · Investing

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