Mensah ThompsonPresident John Dramani Mahama has appointed Mensah Thompson, Executive Director of the Alliance For Social Equity and Public Accountability (ASEPA), as the new Acting Deputy Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
The appointment comes at a pivotal moment for the SEC, as the Commission works to implement key reforms aimed at restoring investor confidence and strengthening regulatory oversight in Ghana’s capital markets.
Mensah Thompson brings to the role a solid background in law and civil society advocacy. He holds a Bachelor of Law (LLB) degree from the University of Professional Studies, Accra, and is widely recognized for his work in promoting transparency and public accountability.
His civil society experience is expected to complement the SEC’s efforts to reinforce market discipline, improve corporate governance, and enhance enforcement mechanisms within the securities sector.
In his new capacity, Thompson will work under the leadership of James Klutse Avedzi, who is currently serving as Acting Director-General following the departure of Rev. Daniel Ogbarmey Tetteh.
The appointment is seen as part of a broader strategy to stabilize and modernize Ghana’s capital markets following a period of turbulence and financial sector reforms.
The SEC’s mandate includes regulating licensed market operators, supervising fund managers, and overseeing collective investment schemes—critical functions that Thompson is now expected to help strengthen.
