From humble beginnings in the serene hills of Kitase-Aburi in 2013, Maroon Capital Microfinance Limited has grown into a national force, earning the prestigious title of CIMG Microfinance Company of the Year at the 36th Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana (CIMG) Awards.
Founded on the principles of financial inclusion and community development, Maroon Capital has redefined microfinance by focusing on youth, women, and marginalized groups in rural and peri-urban communities.
Its grassroots approach—built on trust, group lending, and deep community engagement—has enabled thousands of micro-entrepreneurs to access credit, build businesses, and uplift their households.
Group lending has been central to this success, fostering peer accountability and social cohesion in areas where traditional collateral is scarce but community bonds are strong.
Through strategic partnerships, the institution has expanded its reach, playing a pivotal role in initiatives such as the USAID Feed the Future Ghana Mobilizing Finance in Agriculture Project, the Mastercard Foundation-supported Absa Young Africa Works programme, and the Financial Inclusion for Last Mile Actors (FILMA) project.
Maroon Capital has also championed disability-inclusive finance through its partnership with the Ghana Chamber for Entrepreneurs with Disabilities (GCED).
By designing accessible loan products, offering financial literacy training, and creating inclusive service delivery channels, it has empowered Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) to start businesses, save, and participate more fully in economic life.
In August 2025, the institution received global recognition when it was honoured with the Opportunity International Seeds of Empowerment Award in Uganda for its pioneering work in advancing financial outcomes for women.
The CIMG award, coming just weeks later, further affirms its impact, innovation, and leadership in inclusive finance.
The CIMG’s rigorous evaluation considered marketing strategy, customer engagement, innovation, financial performance, and social impact.
For Maroon Capital, the recognition goes beyond visibility—it validates years of transformative work. Customers describe the institution not just as a lender, but as a partner in progress, enabling market women, farmers, and school proprietors to achieve sustainable growth.
As it celebrates this milestone, Maroon Capital says it remains committed to expanding opportunities for the underserved, supporting its staff and clients, and scaling its impact across Ghana and beyond.
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