On 10 and 11 November 2026, ArchXenus, a leading Ghanaian architecture practice, celebrated its 15th anniversary at Christ Temple East in Accra – a building the firm designed and managed. The two‑day celebration featured the launch of GeneXus, a book showcasing 12 of the firm’s most significant projects, the creation of the Xenus Impact Foundation, and the announcement of the African Urban Futures Conclave.
Partners Nana Akua Oppong‑Birmeh and Agnes Ofosu‑Appiah, both Principal Architects at ArchXenus and Co‑Directors of the new foundation, highlighted the firm’s focus on nurturing talent, especially women balancing careers and family life. “Just by virtue of our existence, so many people have found their feet, especially women,” Nana Akua said. Agnes added, “Being partners and running the firm together has taught us that there’s strength in numbers.”
The GeneXus book aims to strengthen documentation of Ghanaian architecture and provide local examples for students and practitioners, countering the reliance on foreign publications. The African Urban Futures Conclave, to be held biennially starting April 2027, seeks to unite architects, engineers and other built‑environment professionals across West Africa to collaborate on city‑wide challenges.
Alongside the book launch, the Xenus Impact Foundation announced its four‑fold approach: publishing through AX Press, building impact projects such as the CoSpace pilot that addresses middle‑income housing gaps, convening gatherings like the Conclave, and showcasing exhibitions including Time Space and Essence in Venice 2027.
During the event’s “Conversations & Connections” theme, speakers discussed the need for coordinated city planning, the housing deficit for middle‑income earners, and the importance of climate‑responsive construction. The firm’s partners called for architects to think beyond individual plots and contribute to broader urban visions.
ArchXenus plans to continue expanding its influence through the foundation’s initiatives, aiming to shape Ghana’s built environment and inspire future generations of architects.
