From Spending to Saving: Our Mission to Transform Financial Habits
Founded in 2016 in Ho, Ghana, Thrapecutu began as a series of community financial education workshops organized by Grace Mensah, a financial educator with a passion for helping Ghanaians achieve financial stability.
What started as weekend sessions at local community centers quickly grew as participants began experiencing real financial transformations. Word spread throughout the Volta Region, and the demand for more structured education became clear.
In 2018, we developed our first formal curriculum, focusing on the specific financial challenges faced by Ghanaians. By 2020, we had expanded to offer digital courses, reaching students across the country and beyond, while maintaining our commitment to practical, culturally-relevant financial education.
Today, Thrapecutu is Ghana's leading provider of practical financial education, with over 14,000 students who have transformed their relationship with money. Our team has grown from a single passionate educator to a diverse group of financial experts, educators, and technology specialists, all united by a common mission: helping people move from spending to saving, and ultimately to financial independence.
We believe financial education is only valuable when it leads to real-world action. Every concept we teach is accompanied by practical steps for implementation.
We recognize that financial advice must be adapted to cultural and economic contexts. Our approaches are specifically designed for Ghanaian realities.
We are committed to providing the highest quality education through continuous research, testing, and improvement of our methodologies.
We understand that financial struggles often come with shame and anxiety. Our approach emphasizes compassion and judgment-free education.
We prioritize sustainable financial habits over quick fixes, teaching strategies that lead to lasting financial independence.
Our diverse team combines expertise in finance, education, and technology with a shared passion for financial empowerment in Ghana.
Founder & CEO
Former investment banker with 15 years of experience who returned to Ghana with a mission to improve financial literacy. Grace holds an MBA from University of Ghana and is a certified financial educator.
Head of Curriculum Development
Educational psychologist specializing in adult learning with a focus on financial behavior change. Abena has developed our core methodologies for making financial concepts accessible and actionable.
Financial Strategist
Former financial advisor with expertise in Ghanaian investment markets. Kwame leads our investment education programs and provides insights on navigating Ghana's unique economic landscape.
Community Engagement Director
With a background in community development, Efua manages our outreach programs and ensures our education reaches underserved communities across Ghana through partnerships with local organizations.
Digital Education Lead
EdTech specialist who has transformed our in-person workshops into engaging digital experiences. Benjamin ensures our online courses maintain the practical, interactive nature of our teaching philosophy.
Students Educated
Average Savings Increase
Regions Across Ghana
Community Partners
We're proud to collaborate with organizations that share our vision of financial empowerment: