Margins ID Group CEO Moses Baiden wins 3rd Millennium Excellence Award

In a remarkable celebration of innovation and leadership, Mr. Moses Baiden, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Margins ID Group, has been awarded the prestigious Industry Innovation Excellence Award at the 2025 Millennium Excellence Awards (MEA).
This accolade marks his third consecutive recognition, following earlier honors for Technology and Innovation in 2015 and the “Man of the Year” award in 2022.

The Awards, held every five years, are among Ghana’s most esteemed accolades, recognizing individuals whose contributions significantly impact the country’s socio-economic and political landscape.
The event, presided over by His Royal Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, highlighted Mr. Baiden’s transformative influence in the realm of digital identity and technology.
In his acceptance, the company’s Deputy CEO, Mr. Kwesi Baiden, underscored the firm’s commitment to leveraging technology to build secure, scalable, and inclusive identification platforms.
He described the award as a testament to Margins ID Group’s unwavering pursuit of excellence in delivering innovative solutions tailored for African markets.

Proudly African, globally relevant
Mr. Kwesi Baiden articulated the company’s proud African identity, emphasizing Margins as a company driven by local talent and dedicated to reshaping the continent’s digital future.
He noted that Mr. Moses Baiden’s recognition is a pivotal moment in Ghana’s technological evolution, affirming his status as a visionary leader who has redefined possibilities through homegrown innovation.
The Award adds to a growing list of accolades for Mr. Moses Baiden, including titles such as Ghana’s Greatest Digital ID Technology Executive and Overall Best CEO in 2024.
However, this latest honor uniquely acknowledges the systemic changes instigated by his leadership.

Building Africa’s identity future from Ghana
Margins ID Group, a wholly Ghanaian enterprise, has emerged as Sub-Saharan Africa’s largest certified identity solutions provider, evolving from modest beginnings to a global benchmark.
The company’s flagship innovation, the Ghana Card, is now recognized internationally as a leading example of secure and inclusive digital identity, forming the backbone of Ghana’s digital transformation strategy.
Under Mr. Moses Baiden’s guidance, the entire ecosystem supporting the Ghana Card has been conceptualized and executed by Ghanaians, showcasing a powerful symbol of technological sovereignty amid a landscape often reliant on foreign systems.

Industry praise and endorsements

Catherine Morton, Executive Director of Eve International, commended Margins ID Group for its innovation, likening it to firms in Silicon Valley.
She highlighted the company’s ability to develop secure identity solutions that not only meet but exceed global standards, tailored specifically to Africa’s unique contexts.

A catalyst for economic and social transformation
Beyond technological advancements, Mr. Moses Baiden’s leadership has catalyzed broader economic and governance reforms.
The integration of the Ghana Card with various sectors has enhanced efficiency and accountability, enabling greater participation in the formal economy and improved access to essential public services.

Developing the next generation of tech talent
Margins ID Group also plays a vital role in nurturing Ghana’s future tech professionals.
Mr. Moses Baiden’s leadership philosophy emphasizes human capital development, redefining the private sector’s role in Africa’s growth.

Recognition as a symbol of Ghana’s global emergence
For Mr. Moses Baiden, receiving the Industry Innovation Excellence Award transcends personal achievement.
It symbolizes Ghana’s potential to lead in high-tech domains traditionally dominated by global players, reinforcing the narrative that Africa can independently address its challenges through local talent and innovation.

A legacy of vision, impact, and independence
Mr. Moses Baiden’s journey embodies the belief that transformation is achievable through vision, integrity, and confidence in local capacity.
His achievements challenge the notion that innovation must be imported, proving that Africa’s digital future can be conceived, developed, and led from within.
As Ghana forges ahead towards a fully digitized economy, Mr. Moses Baiden and Margins ID Group will remain pivotal in shaping national progress and inspiring future generations of entrepreneurs and policymakers across the continent.
The 2025 Millennium Excellence Award is not merely a personal accolade; it celebrates Ghanaian excellence, African innovation, and the limitless potential of homegrown solutions to global challenges.