HRH King Charles Henry Woode
The son of Ekumfi Otuam Royal Family, Ghana.
King Charles Henry Woode is a Global Entrepreneur, Economic Visionary, Cultural Advocate. He was born on February 8, 1970, into the distinguished Royal Aboradze Family of Ekumfi Otuam, a historic town in Ghana’s Central Region. As a direct descendant of the Royal Family, he holds the traditional title of Prince, and is widely recognized both at home and abroad as "King Charles."
King Charles Henry Woode is a global figure with deep-rooted connections to Royal Houses, Chiefs, Kings, Heads of State, and influential communities across Africa and around the world. His extensive travels and elite affiliations have positioned him as a key figure in fostering international relationships and pan-African development.
Raised in a family steeped in entrepreneurial excellence, King Charles inherited a strong business ethic and a forward-thinking mindset. Over the years, he has built a career characterized by discipline, innovation, and strategic vision, amassing a wealth of expertise in the fields of mining, agriculture, and global trade.
He is also a qualified specialist in fashion design, with in-depth knowledge of fabrics, precious stones, jewelry, and ornamental arts, blending traditional African aesthetics with global luxury standards.
King Charles currently serves as a Director of Iridium Ghana Limited, and is the Founder and Sole Owner of WAB Bullion Commercial Broker LLC, based in Dubai. Through these ventures, he facilitates business development, trade partnerships, and investment opportunities across Africa’s diverse economic sectors.
At the heart of King Charles’s work is a transformative vision for Africa’s economic independence. He is a passionate advocate for educating and empowering communities to leverage their own natural and human resources, reduce dependency, and significantly curb migration by creating opportunities locally.
His initiatives emphasize cultural inclusivity, intergenerational empowerment, and national pride, inspiring Africans of all ages, backgrounds, and beliefs to recognize their potential and contribute meaningfully to the growth of their nations.
In April 2025, in recognition of his contributions to business leadership, economic development, and cultural advocacy, King Charles Henry Woode was conferred an Honorary Doctorate Degree by Veridian Christian University, U.S.A.
Today, King Charles continues to serve as a bridge between tradition and modernity, championing a new era of African excellence rooted in self-reliance, visionary leadership, and global engagement.