ASKY named “Best Airline In West Africa”

the contribution of ASKY to regional integration and the development of trade in the region.

ASKYs’ CEO, Mr. Esayas W. Hailu dedicated the award to Africa as a whole. “This is a recognition for all Africans” he stressed. The prize of all who have understood the importance of pulling efforts together towards establishing such a worldclass airline, out of lots of sacrifices, to take up gradually and steadily all the challenges of Africa as far as air transport is concerned.

The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID), The West African Development Bank (BOAD) and ECOBANK Group (ETI) in partnership with Ethiopian Airlines.

ASKY, The Pan African Airline has been awarded as the “Best Airline In West Africa” at a ceremony held at Accra City Hotel, located at the heart of Ghana’s capital Accra.

The award was received by the country representative ASKY in

Ghana, Mr. Worlanyo Afadzinu, representing the CEO of ASKY. Mr. Esaya W Hailu.

The 6th edition of the Balafon Travel Award – West African Travel Awards 2023 recognised the airline’s remarkable performance and growth plan. It also recognized

ASKY wishes to thank its esteemed customers for their vote of confidence and pledges to work even harder to avail them of the best possible regional air connectivity and travel experience.

ASKY, The Pan-African Airline, is a 100% privately owned airline created by regional banking institutions in Africa that includes

ASKY is a commercial company under private law and is managed by experienced African aviation professionals, with Ethiopian Airlines as its strategic partner. ASKY currently operates a fleet of thirteen aircraft: nine (9) Boeing 737-800s and four (4) Boeing 737-700s, serving twenty-six (26) cities in twenty-four (24) countries within Africa. ASKY’s focus is to develop a strong intraAfrica network that foster regional development, tourism, economic growth and regional integration as a major economic catalyst within the continent with its long-term goal of a sustainable business focused on profitability.

By: David Korsorku

implemented AI technology in their operations. Here are five examples: mPedigree

Among the likes of South Africa, Egypt, Kenya and Nigeria, Ghana has quite quickly caught on to the Artificial Intelligence era. Ghana has been making strides in AI development and application. Additionally, academic institutions such as the University of Ghana, have established AI research centers. While Africa may not have as many companies utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) compared to more developed markets, there are still a few companies in that have mPedigree is a Ghana-based company that uses AI technology to combat counterfeit products in the pharmaceutical industry. They have developed a system that allows consumers to verify the authenticity of medications by sending a unique code through SMS or an app. mPedigree’s innovative use of AI technology has helped address the significant issue of counterfeiting in various industries. By leveraging AI algorithms and real-time data analysis, mPedigree provides a reliable solution that enhances consumer trust, protects brand reputation, and contributes to ensuring public safety.

FarmSense

FarmSense is an agricultural technology company that leverages AI to provide farmers with real-time data and insights. Their AI-powered platform helps farmers monitor weather conditions, soil quality, and crop health, enabling them to make informed decisions about planting, irrigation, and pest control.

FarmSense’s AI-driven solutions aim to revolutionize farming practices, enable data-driven decision-making, and improve overall agricultural productivity. By leveraging AI algorithms, remote sensing technologies, and data analytics, the company contributes to sustainable and efficient agriculture while empowering farmers with valuable insights and resources.

Agrocenta

AgroCenta is an agritech company that employs AI to connect smallscale farmers with buyers and provide them with fair market prices. Their AI-powered platform analyzes market data, supply and demand trends, and farmer profiles to optimize the trading process and improve farmers’ income. By leveraging digital platforms and data-driven solutions, they contribute to the development and transformation of the agricultural ecosystem in Africa.

ClaimSync

ClaimSync is an insurtech company that utilizes AI and machine learning algorithms to automate insurance claim processing. Their AI-powered platform streamlines the claims management process, reducing manual work and improving accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.