Sustineri Attorneys PRUC Wins Fintech Award

Adwoa Birago Nyantakyi (M) and Harold K. Fearon (R), lawyers at Sustineri Attorneys PRUC receiving the award

 

Sustineri Attorneys PRUC, a corporate law firm specializing in technology, fintech and transactional law, has been named Fintech Law Firm of the Year at the Ghana Fintech Awards.

The recognition underscored the firm’s growing influence in the nation’s financial technology sector and its role in shaping the legal landscape for emerging digital finance businesses.

The award comes at a time when the fintech industry is expanding rapidly, with increasing regulatory complexities and a surge in digital financial solutions.

Speaking about the award, Richard Nunekpeku, Managing Partner at Sustineri Attorneys PRUC, emphasized the firm’s commitment to innovation and client-focused legal solutions.

“This recognition reflects our dedication to supporting Ghana’s fintech ecosystem with strategic legal expertise. As digital finance continues to transform the economy, legal services must evolve to ensure compliance, risk mitigation, and sustainable growth for industry players,” he said.

The domestic fintech sector has seen significant regulatory developments in recent years, particularly with the enactment of the Payment Systems and Services Act, 2019 (Act 987) and the Bank of Ghana’s digital finance guidelines.

“Regulatory clarity is critical for fintech growth. Our role is to help businesses anticipate legal challenges and implement frameworks that promote long-term stability,” Mr. Nunekpeku noted.

Mr. Nunekpeku, who also serves as Vice President for Legal and Strategy at the Ghana Fintech and Payments Association (GFPA), has been a vocal advocate for industry-wide legal reforms.

“The fintech sector requires a regulatory environment that balances innovation with consumer protection,” he explained. “Our engagement with policymakers and financial institutions is geared toward creating a framework that encourages responsible growth,” he added.

Sustineri Attorneys PRUC’s recognition at the Ghana Fintech Awards adds to its growing reputation as a leader in fintech law. The firm’s focus on fintech regulation, corporate governance, and dispute resolution has attracted a diverse client base, ranging from early-stage start-ups to multinational financial services providers operating in Ghana.

The firm’s leadership has signaled an intention to expand its fintech practice further, particularly in areas such as digital asset regulation, cross-border fintech transactions, and compliance with international financial standards.

“As Ghana’s fintech sector integrates more with global financial systems, legal expertise will be crucial in navigating cross-border transactions and regulatory harmonization. Our objective is to remain at the forefront of these developments, ensuring that our clients are well-positioned for both local and international growth,” Mr. Nunekpeku added.

Adwoa Birago Nyantakyi, middle and Harold K Fearon, right, lawyers at Sustineri Attorneys PRUC receiving the award

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