Mr. Michael Addo Kyeremeh, Manager of Accounting Advisory Services at KPMG Ghana, has introduced students at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) School of Business to the critical importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting.
He described it as a cornerstone of modern accounting with significant relevance for contemporary businesses.
Speaking as a guest speaker, Mr. Kyeremeh stressed that ESG reporting has become a prerequisite and a mandatory requirement set by regulators to ensure that all businesses report on their sustainability initiatives. He highlighted that integrating technological tools in accounting is now essential to reduce manual stress, mitigate the risk of errors, and guarantee timely completion of work.
He was addressing participants at the CIMA Business Games, organized by the UCC School of Business’s Department of Finance, on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Held at Auditorium 900, the event was themed “Tech-Driven ESG Reporting: How Digital Accounting Tools Are Powering Sustainable Business Decisions.”
Offering counsel to students on their future use of technology, Mr. Kyeremeh urged them to participate actively in projects related to ESG and sustainability. He also encouraged them to consider undertaking internships in this area to stay abreast of current industry trends.
The Chief Executive Officer of Multisoft Solutions Limited, who also spoke at the function, underscored the relevance of technological tools in ESG reporting. She revealed that her organization works for companies outside Ghana’s jurisdiction, contributing to time savings and reduced carbon emissions. “We do more online work,” she explained, adding, “We rely on online deployment, including online trading for clients.”
Prof. Daniel Agyapong, Provost of the College of Humanities and Legal Studies, attended the event and emphasized the importance of taking the lessons seriously. He requested that Prof. Kawor organize similar programmes for staff, highlighting the significance of the industry-academia link. He noted that participating in events like the CIMA Business Games enhances students’ teamwork skills, making them more relevant in the job market.
The Head of the Department of Finance, Prof. George Tweneboah, who opened the session, urged students to cultivate critical thinking and reminded them that this exercise constitutes part of their assessment for the course in Corporate Financial Analysis.
The host of the event, Prof. Seyram Kawor, an Associate Professor in Corporate Financial Analysis at the UCC School of Business, noted that his field involves understanding the nuances behind the figures and the stories they tell. He explained to journalists that one key area under scrutiny is the environmental and social impact of business operations, along with its subsequent effects.
Touching on the merits of the event, Prof. Kawor stated that it is incumbent upon the school to expose students to the current requirements of industry. “This is a practical session to blend what has been taught in the classroom with what industry also requires from students,” he noted.
He added that, in total, about 600 students are participating in this interface between industry and academia. “In all, about 600 students are here to sharpen their skills in critical thinking and to appreciate what happens in the real world,” he said.
As part of the event, students were given a real-world practical case and given 30 minutes to examine it, proffer solutions, and deliver a presentation to a panel of judges. This exercise is designed to ascertain the level of their mental acumen in relation to their future field of work.
Prof. Kawor concluded by applauding the resource persons and the media, and by celebrating the opportunity for students to interact with industry players to gain first-hand knowledge in finance. He appealed to other industry players to sponsor similar events to help mould students for the future.
Source By DC Kwame Kwakye
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