Advans Ghana Savings and Loans has officially opened a new branch in Takoradi as part of its strategic efforts to bring reliable and accessible financial services closer to business communities in the Western Region.
Speaking at the inauguration, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Advans Ghana, Mr. Guillaume Valence, said the opening of the Takoradi branch is a demonstration of the company’s continued commitment to supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and promoting financialinclusion across the country. “We are here for the business community; traders, farmers, fishers, and service providers,because we believe in relationships and in understanding theneeds of our clients,” Mr. Valence stated.
He noted that Advans Ghana currently serves more than 145,000 clients nationwide. The company employs over 700 staff andnow operates 21 branches across major cities including Accra, Kumasi, Tamale, Techiman, and now Takoradi. Five additional branches are expected to open next year.
Since its establishment more than 17 years ago, Advans Ghana has disbursed over 250,000 loans valued at more than GH¢4billion, including 13,000 loans worth GH¢745 million in 2025 alone. The company provides a range of financial services suchas savings, deposits, and loans, complemented by digital solutions through its ‘My Advans App’ and ‘MobiBank’ platform, which enable clients to transact securely and conveniently from anywhere.
Mr. Valence further highlighted Advans Ghana’s commitment toensuring the safety and confidentiality of clients’ funds and dataas it operates under the supervision of the Bank of Ghana and holds ISO 27001 certification.
The Chief Sales and Distribution Officer, Mrs. Barbara Odei,attributed the institution’s success to its strong value propositionand relationship-driven approach. “At Advans, every client isunique and has specific needs. Our relationship managementculture enables us to provide tailored financial solutions and serve customers at the point of their individuality. This is what sets us apart,” Mrs. Odei said.
She added that Advans Ghana remains committed to innovationand customer engagement. “We are constantly interacting withour clients, learning from them, and improving our products and services to better serve every market segment,” she stated.
The Branch Manager for Takoradi, Mr. Seth Ofori, expressed appreciation to management for their strategic foresight andreaffirmed the team’s commitment to upholding AdvansGhana’s values of integrity, reliability, and excellence. “The establishment of this branch shows our dedication to serving the vibrant Takoradi community and contributing to local economicgrowth. We pledge to deliver exceptional service and tailored financial solutions that promote business development and stability,” he said.
A client of the new branch, Madam Rita Nwolley, commended Advans Ghana for its responsive and customer-oriented servicedelivery and encouraged local traders to take advantage of the company’s financial support to grow their businesses.
About Advans Ghana
Advans Ghana Savings and Loans Ltd. is a subsidiary of the Advans International, headquartered in Paris-France with a presence in 6 countries in Africa. In Ghana, Advans serves over130,000 clients. It currently operates with 21 branches in nineregions –Greater Accra, Ashanti, Brong, Ahafo, Volta, Northern,Central, Eastern and Western- with its target markets mainlybeing micro, small and medium-scale enterprises, not losing sight of individual clients.
Advans Ghana is a financial institution licensed by the Bank ofGhana. In 2007, Advans Ghana was incorporated as a Savingsand Loans company to primarily provide financial services tothe underserved population targeting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Ghana. In October 2008, Advans Ghana received its business operating permit.
