BREAKING: CEO of Kessben Group Stephen Kwabena Kesse passes away

Reports filtering in from Kumasi confirm that Mr. Stephen Kwabena Kesse, the Founder of Kessben Group has passed away.

The business mogul passed away peacefully in the early hours of Thursday morning, surrounded by close family members.

While the family has requested privacy as they process this immense loss, an official statement is expected to be released to the public in the coming days.

Mr. Kessben, as he was affectionately known, was a towering figure in Ghanaian entrepreneurship.

From humble beginnings, he built a vast conglomerate that became a household name across West Africa. His business empire spans multiple critical sectors, including:

• Media: Launching Kessben FM and Kessben TV, which revolutionized broadcasting in the Ashanti Region.
• Finance: Establishing Kessben Computer School and Kessben Money Transfer, bridging financial gaps for thousands.
• Hospitality & Real Estate: Developing premier properties and leisure destinations that boosted local tourism.
• Logistics: Driving commerce through Kessben Shipping and Forwarding Ltd.

As news of his demise spread, prominent leaders, traditional rulers, and ordinary citizens began sharing their condolences.

In Kumasi, where the headquarters of his empire resides, workers and residents expressed disbelief.

He was widely celebrated not just as an employer of thousands, but as a dedicated philanthropist who quietly funded education, healthcare, and community development projects.

“Ghana has lost a pillar of development. He was a man of quiet dignity, immense faith, and unmatched business acumen,” said a close business associate. 

The leadership team at Kessben Group has assured the public and stakeholders that business operations will continue smoothly, anchored on the robust institutional structures the late CEO established.

Flags at all Kessben corporate offices are currently flying at half-mast.