Ambassador Alhaji Salamu Amadu is a visionary entrepreneur, compassionate philanthropist, and celebrated ambassador for peace and youth empowerment.
With a heart rooted in community upliftment and a mind set on African progress, Alhaji Salamu has turned his journey from humble beginnings into a powerful narrative of impact, resilience, and hope.
Born and raised in Maamobi, Accra, Ghana, his story began far from boardrooms and award stages.
Driven by a deep desire to see his community thrive, he founded the Afro-Arab Group of Companies in 2007 at just 20 years old, a bold step that would grow into a diversified business group with interests spanning real estate, finance, construction, import-export, and services that create jobs and opportunities across Africa.
As Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Afro-Arab Group, Ambassador Alhaji Salamu Amadu has built more than businesses; he has built pathways for economic participation.
His companies are driven not only by commercial success but by a commitment to community development and economic inclusion, particularly for youth and women in underserved communities.
Whether through real estate initiatives that promote home ownership, microcredit solutions that empower emerging entrepreneurs, or innovative partnerships that deliver affordable health insurance to children, his leadership consistently blends enterprise with empathy.
His influence reaches far beyond business. Ambassador Alhaji Salamu Amadu is a One Young World Ambassador, amplifying African leadership on the global stage, and a Peace Ambassador committed to unity and conflict resolution across the continent.
He also serves as a Youth Ambassador for Peace and Development, representing and uplifting young people, particularly within Ghana’s Zongo communities.
Through initiatives such as the “1Child–1 NHIS Card” project, carried out in partnership with charitable organizations, he has helped thousands of children in Nima and Maamobi gain access to essential healthcare services, transforming lives one child at a time.
Ambassador Alhaji Salamu Amadu’s work has earned him recognition both nationally and across Africa. He was named Young CEO of the Year by Avance Media in 2022 and has received multiple honors at the 40Under40 Awards, including Banking and Finance Personality of the Year and Sports Personality of the Year.
He has also been recognized as Real Estate and Construction Personality of the Year by 40Under40 Africa, featured among the Top 50 Young CEOs in Ghana, and profiled in CEO Times Magazine for his leadership, innovation, and commitment to social entrepreneurship.
What truly sets Ambassador Alhaji Salamu Amadu apart is not the titles or accolades, but his unwavering commitment to lifting others as he rises.
It is his belief in Africa’s youth, his dedication to peace and development, and his tireless effort to create opportunities where hope can thrive.
He stands as a symbol of possibility, a leader who challenges convention, opens doors for others, and leads with purpose, compassion, and vision. Ambassador Alhaji Salamu Amadu is not just shaping businesses; he is shaping futures, one bold initiative at a time.
