Forms Capital Limited, a growing financial services firm, has partnered with Hack54 to promote digital finance innovation and youth empowerment. This partnership highlights Forms Capital's commitment to transforming finance and expanding who can access financial services. The collaboration will foster solutions that address real-world financial challenges in Ghana and across Africa.
The partnership supports Forms Capital's transition from a finance house into a regulated deposit-taking microfinance bank. The firm is using technology to make financial services more accessible, efficient, and inclusive. This collaboration reinforces their vision by supporting innovation at the intersection of finance, technology, and human-centred design.
This initiative fits into Ghana's broader economic strategy to embrace digital transformation for growth and financial inclusion. The Bank of Ghana actively promotes financial technology (FinTech) to formalise the economy and reach underserved populations. Data from the Bank of Ghana indicates a significant increase in mobile money transactions, underscoring the potential for digital finance solutions. This trend supports initiatives like Hack54 which aim to bridge financial access gaps.
Ishmael Abbey, Head of Business Development at Forms Capital Limited, affirmed the company's vision. He stated that the future of finance rests on digital innovation solving real problems for people. Abbey added that their transformation journey aims to build inclusive financial systems reaching more underserved individuals. The Hack54 partnership allows them to invest in bold ideas and support young innovators.
The second Hack54 event will take place from July 14 to July 17, 2026, at the Google AI Community Centre in Accra. This edition will focus on the Finance and Digital Assets track. Developers, designers, product thinkers, and entrepreneurs will work together to create solutions for financial challenges. Winning teams will receive opportunities to present their solutions to venture capitalists and angel investors.
Klenam Fiadzoe, a representative of Hack54, noted that Forms Capital's involvement signals growing collaboration between financial institutions and innovation communities. Fiadzoe emphasized that Forms Capital’s vision for digital transformation and financial inclusion aligns perfectly with Hack54's goals. Such partnerships are crucial for building impactful solutions in Ghana's financial ecosystem.
This partnership is part of Forms Capital's larger goal to champion digital-first financial solutions. It also aims to improve customer experience through technology. It seeks to create meaningful economic opportunities for young people across the region. By supporting platforms like Hack54, the company nurtures innovation ecosystems that create scalable solutions for critical financial segments, including savings, lending, and digital asset management.
The inaugural HealthHack 2025 attracted over 60 participants and produced impactful healthcare solutions. The 2026 Hack54 aims to replicate this success in the financial sector. Applications for Hack54 opened on June 17, 2026, and close on June 26, 2026. This initiative will likely attract significant talent aiming to shape the future of digital finance in Africa.