PIWAK CEO Dr. Prince Nelson Mortoti Wins 2025 Most Influential Natural Health Entrepreneur Award
Dr. Prince Nelson Mortoti, CEO of PIWAK Natural Health, has been honoured at the 2025 Ghana Entrepreneurs Awards for his outstanding impact and innovation in the natural health and herbal medicine industry
- Dr. Prince Nelson Mortoti, CEO of PIWAK Natural Health, was named the 2025 Most Influential Natural Health Entrepreneur
- He was recognised for his contributions to herbal medicine innovation
- He called for stronger collaboration and integration of herbal medicine into Ghana’s mainstream healthcare system
The Chief Executive Officer of PIWAK Natural Health, Dr. Prince Nelson Mortoti, has been crowned the 2025 Most Influential Natural Health Entrepreneur of the Year at the Ghana Entrepreneurs Awards, held to celebrate excellence and innovation in business.
The prestigious ceremony took place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra, bringing together leading entrepreneurs and industry players under the theme: “Entrepreneurship as a Catalyst for Ghana’s Economic Transformation.”
Recognition of Excellence in Natural Health
The awards highlighted innovation, sustainable business practices, and the role of technology in advancing key sectors, including healthcare, insurance, shipping, and media.
Dr. Mortoti was honoured for his outstanding contribution to herbal medicine development in Ghana, particularly through the formulation and promotion of the popular 3P Garlic Mixture, which has positioned PIWAK Natural Health as a trusted name in the herbal healthcare industry.
Commitment to Growth and Innovation
Speaking after receiving the award, Dr. Mortoti expressed appreciation to the organisers, his team, and the Ghanaian public for their continuous support.
He reaffirmed PIWAK’s commitment to research and product improvement, stressing that innovation remains central to the company’s mission.
He also called on government and regulatory bodies to deepen support for herbal medicine practitioners and integrate traditional medicine into mainstream healthcare delivery, including public hospitals.
Call for Collaboration in Healthcare
Dr. Mortoti urged stronger collaboration between key institutions such as the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), and the Centre for Scientific Research into Plant Medicine.
He emphasized the need to standardize herbal medicine practices and combine traditional knowledge with scientific research to improve healthcare outcomes in Ghana.
He further referenced World Health Organization data highlighting that a significant portion of populations in developing countries rely on traditional medicine, underscoring the importance of investing in the sector.
Strengthening Ghana’s Herbal Industry
His recognition marks a major milestone for Ghana’s natural health industry, reinforcing the growing importance of herbal medicine in modern healthcare systems. His work continues to bridge traditional healing practices with scientific advancement, contributing to both health innovation and economic development.
The event also featured keynote insights from industry leaders, including Prince Kofi Amoabeng, who emphasized the importance of time management, innovation, and technology in entrepreneurship.
Dignitaries in attendance included diplomats, business executives, and industry leaders from across Africa and beyond, reflecting the growing global interest in Ghana’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
