61-year-old Herman Kojo Chinery-Hesse, Ghanaian tech entrepreneur and founder of SOFTtribe, passed away due to cardiac arrest.

Herman Kojo Chinery-Hesse, a prominent Ghanaian technology entrepreneur and founder of SOFTtribe, passed away at 61 from cardiac arrest. Often called "the Bill Gates of Africa," he significantly shaped the tech landscape with innovations like mobile security systems and utility billing platforms. Born in Dublin, he was a respected speaker and advocate for African storytelling through his "African Echoes" project. His contributions have left a lasting impact on the continent's tech industry.

September 17, 2024
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