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Ernest Ofori Sarpong
Founder of Special Group, Entrepreneur
About Ernest Ofori Sarpong
Dr Ernest Ofori Sarpong founded the Special Group, whose businesses run from Special Ice drinks to property, construction and investments. In August 2026 the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) installed him as its first Chancellor.
Background
He was born in Kumasi in 1966. He is a chartered accountant with a master's in finance and investment management from the University of Salford, and has been studying for a Doctor of Business Administration at École Supérieure de Gestion in France.
Business
He started out in the 1990s with Sarpong Ventures, an import and trading firm. The Special Group now includes Special Ice Company, a major drinks maker, and Special Investments, which holds a large real estate portfolio. He is also a co-owner of United Television (UTV), Best Point Savings and Loans and U2 Salt. He appears on Avance Media's 2025 list of the 100 most influential Ghanaians.
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Ernest Ofori Sarpong
What is Ernest Ofori Sarpong's net worth?
Ernest Ofori Sarpong has an estimated net worth of $600 million (estimated).
How old is Ernest Ofori Sarpong?
Ernest Ofori Sarpong is 60 years old, born May 5, 1966.
What is Ernest Ofori Sarpong known for?
Ernest Ofori Sarpong is a Founder of Special Group, Entrepreneur.
What is Ernest Ofori Sarpong's nationality?
Ernest Ofori Sarpong is Ghanaian.
Where did Ernest Ofori Sarpong study?
Ernest Ofori Sarpong studied at Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC) (Legon) Certificate in Accounting University of Ghana Business Administration (KNUST) MSc Finance and Investment Management University of Salford (UK) Honorary PhD in Law Barkley University (USA).
Personal Information
- Full Name
- Dr. Ernest Ofori Sarpong
- Date of Birth
- 5 May 1966
- Nationality
- Ghanaian
- Region
- Ashanti
Education
- Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC) (Legon)
- Certificate in Accounting
- University of Ghana
- Business Administration (KNUST)
- MSc Finance and Investment Management
- University of Salford (UK)
- Honorary PhD in Law
- Barkley University (USA)
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Sources & References
- "Ernest Ofori Sarpong". Wikipedia.
- "Unimac Appoints Ernest Ofori Sarpong as First Chancellor". MyJoyOnline.
- "Dr Ernest Ofori Sarpong". orgs.law.harvard.edu.
- "Avance Media Announces Inaugural Top 100 Ghanaians Powerlist 2025". BusinessGhana.
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