B5 Plus Executive Chairman Mukesh Thakwani Honoured with Lifetime Achievement in Industrial Entrepreneurship Award at the 16th Ghana Entrepreneurs Awards 2026
B5 Plus is proud to announce that its Executive Chairman, Mukesh V. Thakwani, has been honoured with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement in Industrial Entrepreneurship Award at the 16th Ghana Entrepreneurs Awards 2026.
The award, presented on 25 April 2026, recognises Mr. Thakwani’s outstanding contribution to Ghana’s industrial development, entrepreneurship, manufacturing sector and economic transformation over several decades. Organised by the Entrepreneurs Foundation of Ghana, the Ghana Entrepreneurs Awards celebrates visionary business leaders whose achievements have had a lasting impact on the country’s growth and prosperity.
The award was presented during the 16th edition of the ceremony and acknowledges Mr. Thakwani’s exceptional leadership as Executive Chairman of the B5 Plus Group of Companies, one of West Africa’s leading steel manufacturing and industrial enterprises.
A Lifetime Dedicated to Industrial Development
For more than two decades, Mukesh Thakwani has played a pivotal role in advancing Ghana’s industrial sector through strategic investments, innovation and a commitment to local manufacturing. Under his leadership, B5 Plus has evolved into a major industrial force, supplying high quality steel products that support critical infrastructure, construction, mining, energy and manufacturing projects throughout Ghana and the wider West African region.
His entrepreneurial vision has helped strengthen local production capabilities, create thousands of employment opportunities and reduce dependence on imported steel products, contributing directly to Ghana’s industrialisation agenda.
The Certificate of Award presented during the ceremony formally recognises Mr. Thakwani as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement in Industrial Entrepreneurship Award 2025, honouring a career distinguished by innovation, resilience, business excellence and nation building.
Building a Legacy Beyond Business
Beyond the growth of B5 Plus, Mr. Thakwani’s impact extends to the broader business community through his support for entrepreneurship, skills development and industrial expansion. His leadership philosophy has consistently focused on long term value creation, sustainable growth and empowering people through economic opportunity.
Over the years, B5 Plus has become a benchmark for industrial excellence in Ghana, demonstrating how private sector investment can drive economic diversification and strengthen national competitiveness.
The recognition reflects not only Mr. Thakwani’s personal achievements but also the collective efforts of the employees, partners and stakeholders who have contributed to the success of B5 Plus.
A Milestone for B5 Plus
Receiving the Lifetime Achievement in Industrial Entrepreneurship Award represents a significant milestone in the company’s journey and reinforces B5 Plus’ reputation as one of Ghana’s most respected industrial success stories.
The honour highlights the company’s continued commitment to excellence, innovation and sustainable industrial growth while reaffirming its role in supporting Ghana’s vision of becoming a leading industrial hub in Africa.
As B5 Plus continues to expand its operations and invest in the future, the company remains dedicated to creating lasting value for customers, communities and the national economy.
About B5 Plus
B5 Plus Group is one of West Africa’s leading steel manufacturing and iron production companies. Through continuous investment in technology, quality and local capacity building, the company supplies world-class steel products for infrastructure, construction, mining, energy and industrial projects across the region. Under the leadership of Executive Chairman Mukesh V. Thakwani, B5 Plus continues to play a key role in advancing industrialisation, economic development and job creation in Ghana and beyond.