B5 Plus Group Chairman Mukesh Thakwani Wins CEO of the Decade and Manufacturing CEO of the Year at Ghana CEO Awards 2026
Mr Mukesh V. Thakwani, Founder and Group Chairman of B5 Plus Group, has received two prestigious honours at the 2026 Ghana CEO Awards, winning CEO of the Decade and CEO of the Year in Manufacturing. The dual recognition celebrates his outstanding leadership, entrepreneurial vision and contribution to Ghana’s manufacturing sector and industrial development.
The awards recognise Mr Thakwani’s achievements in building B5 Plus Group into a prominent player in Ghana’s steel manufacturing industry, while highlighting his commitment to business excellence, industrial growth and long-term economic development.
Mukesh Thakwani Honoured as CEO of the Decade
One of the most significant distinctions presented to Mr Thakwani was the CEO of the Decade Award, recognising his sustained leadership and achievements in Ghana’s business landscape.
The award celebrates his entrepreneurial journey and his role in the growth of B5 Plus Group, which has established itself as a major supplier and manufacturer of steel products serving Ghana’s construction, infrastructure and industrial sectors.
Under his leadership, B5 Plus Group has continued to develop its manufacturing capabilities and strengthen its position in the steel industry, contributing to the availability of locally manufactured products and supporting Ghana’s industrialisation ambitions.
The CEO of the Decade recognition reflects the importance of consistent leadership, strategic investment and a long-term commitment to building businesses that contribute to economic progress.
The accompanying certificate, issued under the Ghana CEO Vision & Awards initiative and signed by Executive Director Latif Abubakar, formally recognises Mr Thakwani as the 2026 winner of the prestigious title.
Recognising Excellence in Ghana’s Manufacturing Industry
In addition to being named CEO of the Decade, Mr Thakwani received the CEO of the Year in Manufacturing Award, further acknowledging his leadership in one of Ghana’s most important industrial sectors.
The manufacturing award recognises his contribution to strengthening B5 Plus Group’s operations and supporting the development of Ghana’s steel industry.
Steel manufacturing plays an essential role in national development, supplying materials required for construction, housing, infrastructure and industrial projects.
Through its manufacturing and distribution activities, B5 Plus Group contributes to this sector by providing steel products to businesses, contractors and developers.
The recognition also highlights the role of private sector investment in expanding local manufacturing capacity, strengthening industrial supply chains and supporting economic growth.
B5 Plus Group’s Contribution to Ghana’s Industrial Development
B5 Plus Group has built its reputation around steel manufacturing, distribution and the supply of construction materials.
The company’s growth reflects a broader commitment to promoting industrial production in Ghana and supporting the country’s infrastructure development.
Through continued investment in its operations, B5 Plus has sought to strengthen its capacity to meet the needs of Ghana’s construction and industrial markets.
Mr Thakwani’s leadership has been central to this journey, with an emphasis on operational excellence, product quality, customer satisfaction and sustainable business expansion.
His achievements demonstrate how entrepreneurship and industrial investment can contribute to economic transformation while creating opportunities within the manufacturing value chain.
A Double Recognition of Leadership and Vision
Receiving both the CEO of the Decade and CEO of the Year in Manufacturing awards represents a significant milestone for Mr Thakwani and B5 Plus Group.
While the CEO of the Decade honour recognises the broader impact of his leadership over time, the Manufacturing CEO of the Year award specifically celebrates his achievements within Ghana’s industrial sector.
Together, the two distinctions underline the relationship between visionary leadership, business performance and long-term industrial development.
They also recognise the collective efforts of the B5 Plus Group workforce, whose dedication and expertise continue to support the company’s operations and achievements.
Looking Towards the Future
As Ghana continues to pursue industrialisation, infrastructure development and economic diversification, manufacturing companies such as B5 Plus Group have an important role to play in supporting national growth.
For Mr Mukesh Thakwani, the 2026 Ghana CEO Awards represent another milestone in a career defined by entrepreneurship, industrial investment and a commitment to business development.
The honours reinforce his standing as a recognised business leader in Ghana’s manufacturing sector and celebrate the contribution of B5 Plus Group to the country’s industrial landscape.
Winning CEO of the Decade and CEO of the Year in Manufacturing at the Ghana CEO Awards 2026 is a notable achievement for Mukesh Thakwani, reflecting both his long-term leadership and his continued contribution to Ghana’s steel manufacturing industry.
The dual recognition marks an important chapter in the B5 Plus Group story and underscores the role of business leadership in advancing Ghana’s industrial future.