The AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine has organized a business training session for national service personnel in Obuasi. As part of the event, Charles Wundengba, the Founder and CEO of Wundef Media, shared his inspiring journey and encouraged the young participants to explore entrepreneurship and side jobs, even while being employed or waiting for full-time opportunities.
The session was a platform for national service personnel to gain valuable insights into the world of business and entrepreneurship. Charles Wundengba, a prominent figure in Obuasi’s media landscape, captivated the audience with his personal story of how he founded Wundef Media, a thriving media company headquartered in Obuasi.
During his talk, Wundengba emphasized the importance of taking proactive steps towards self-employment and seizing opportunities for additional income. He encouraged the participants to explore various side jobs and entrepreneurial ventures, harnessing their unique skills and passions. He highlighted that these endeavours could provide not only financial stability but also personal and professional growth.
Wundengba shared his experiences in establishing popular blogs under the Wundef Media brand, such as obuasitoday.com, sindefeated.com, northernghana.net, and wundef.com. These platforms have become trusted sources of news, stories, and information, contributing to the development of the local community and beyond.
Daniel Arthur Bentum, the Economic Development Superintendent of AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine, expressed his enthusiasm for the training session. Bentum affirmed that the objective of the program was to inspire national service personnel to embrace entrepreneurship, nurturing a culture of innovation and self-reliance within the community.
The training session served as a catalyst for the participants, equipping them with invaluable knowledge and a fresh perspective on creating their own opportunities. By encouraging entrepreneurship, the organizers aim to foster a sense of empowerment among the national service personnel, empowering them to shape their future and contribute to the economic growth of Obuasi.
As the session concluded, the national service personnel left with newfound inspiration and a belief in their potential to succeed beyond their current roles. With the guidance of individuals like Charles Wundengba and the support of institutions like AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine, Obuasi’s young workforce is poised to unleash their entrepreneurial spirit, creating a ripple effect of economic development and prosperity within the region.
