The Ghanaian business mogul is perhaps the most inspiring business success storyteller. He has defied all odds to rise to the very top of the business ladder. That explains his nickname, âDespiteâ.
Dr Osei Kwame Despite is an avid business investor who currently owns commercial radio stations as well as other huge investments.
For as long as many of us can remember, Kwame Despite has been on the list of richest persons in Ghana.
The CEO of the Despite Group of Companies has been sitting pretty at the top of the heap for a long time now and has really only had challenges from a handful of other rich people.
Business Insider SSA takes a look at what how Kwame Despite spends his money.
Philanthropy
Aside the Corporate Social Relationship carried out by his companies, Kwame Despite is reported to be a financier of a great number of students and business startups.
He is a regular donor to many organizations and was nominated for Philanthropy of the Year in last yearâs Exclusive Men of the Year Awards.
During the last Christmas holidays, he offered free bus rides to passengers in Accra and other parts of Ghana.
Giving back to the society
Osei Kwame never seizes giving back to the society. In February 2018 he donate a new-constructed ultramodern Childrenâs Block at the 37 Military Hospital as his birthday gift. The edifice was constructed from the personal resources of Despite himself for the hospital.
He has also commissioned the construction of two new edifices for the Tesano Police Divisional Headquarters in Accra to better police activities.
MansionsÂ
It is difficult to miss Kwame Despiteâs wealth considering the the grandeur of his houses and mansions
Cars
Last year, he added a new luxurious Brabus vehicle to his already luxurious fleet of cars. The businessman is also one of the very few people in Ghana who rides in Rolls Royce.
Daughter's Wedding
Many Ghanaians believe that Kwame Despite supported her daughter's marriage for it to have the glamour that stirred the whole country with admiration.
Vacations in Dubai
Osei Kwame Despite with his family and friends in Dubai