CHAIRMAN OF EMERALD GROUP HONORED WITH FORBES BEST OF AFRICA AWARD

New York, Date: November 2019

On 27th September 2019, the Chairman and CEO of the Emerald Group, N’Gunu Tiny, was awarded the ‘ Forbes Best of Africa Award 2019 ’ by the CEO of Forbes, Mike Federle. The award comes in recognition of Mr Tiny’s dedication and involvement in paving the way for the provision of financial security for all, as well as his work in connecting Africa with the world.

Commenting on the honour he received in New York this year, Mr Tiny says:

“I personally believe that financial inclusion is more than a fundamental right – it is a moral obligation. I am pleased to be in the fortunate position to champion this and honoured to receive this important award”

About Emerald Group

Emerald Group is an international investment company headquartered in Dubai International Financial Centre, UAE, and was founded in 2009. The Group’s ambition is to become a reference for investing in social impact-related projects with an additional, but not exclusive, focus on Africa, and in the context of emerging markets. The firm is proud to adhere to the most demanding international standards of transparency and sustainability in the conduct of its business.

Further information available at emeraldgroup-inc.com.

Contact information for Emerald:

Emerald Group – Investor Relations
Tower 1, Emaar Boulevard Plaza, Suite 1501,
Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard
Downtown PO Box 24172
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Phone : +971 4 452 7272
Fax : +971 4 452 7171
Email: info@emeraldgroup-inc.com