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Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026 Ends with Renewed Call for Investment in Ghana

The Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026 concluded on a high note with a strong appeal to investors to take advantage of the vast economic opportunities available in Ghana and across Africa.

Delivering the closing address on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, underscored Ghana's readiness to attract investment and drive economic transformation through strategic partnerships.

She described the summit as a testament to the growing economic relationship between Ghana and the United Kingdom and reaffirmed the government's commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment for both local and international investors.

Expressing confidence in the continent's future, Hon. Ofosu-Adjare declared that "Africa's moment is now, and Ghana is where it all begins," emphasizing the country's strategic position as a gateway for investment into Africa.

The Minister commended the efforts of the Ghana and UK High Commissioners, staff, sponsors, development partners, speakers, panelists, and participants whose contributions ensured the success of the summit.

"On behalf of His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, we commend our two High Commissioners, the staff, sponsors, partners, speakers, panelists, and above all, you the potential investors and participants for gracing this summit with your presence," she stated.

According to her, the summit has strengthened economic ties between Ghana and the United Kingdom while creating new opportunities for collaboration in trade, agribusiness, manufacturing, technology, infrastructure, and other strategic sectors.

Hon. Ofosu-Adjare further assured investors of the government's dedication to implementing policies that promote investment, industrial growth, and sustainable economic development.

Officially bringing the summit to a close, she said, "On behalf of His Excellency the President, the Government and people of Ghana, it is my singular honour to declare the Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026 officially closed."
The summit is expected to pave the way for new partnerships and investment commitments that will contribute to economic growth, job creation, and sustainable development in Ghana.

President Mahama Holds Bilateral Talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, President John Dramani Mahama arrived at 10 Downing Street, London, to engage in bilateral meetings with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

The President was accompanied by key officials, including:
Hon. Mrs. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, Minister for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry.

Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, Minister of Finance.

Mrs. Sabah Zita Benson, Ghana's High Commissioner to the UK and Ireland.

This visit is part of President Mahama's five-day official trip to the UK, which also included the opening of the Ghana-UK Investment Summit.

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President Mahama Holds Bilateral Talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, President John Dramani Mahama arrived at 10 Downing Street, London, to engage in bilateral meetings with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

The President was accompanied by key officials, including:
Hon. Mrs. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, Minister for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry.

Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, Minister of Finance.

Mrs. Sabah Zita Benson, Ghana's High Commissioner to the UK and Ireland.

This visit is part of President Mahama's five-day official trip to the UK, which also included the opening of the Ghana-UK Investment Summit.

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Trade Minister: Strategic Partnerships with UK Will Boost Ghana’s Economy.

The Minister for Trade Agribusines and Industry, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has emphasized Ghana's commitment to strengthening trade relations and attracting foreign investment during the opening of the Ghana–UK Investment Summit on Monday June 1, 2026.

In her opening remarks, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare highlighted Ghana’s strategic vision for sustainable economic growth and the importance of forging robust partnerships with the United Kingdom.

“Together, we are creating opportunities that will drive industrial transformation, boost trade, and deliver shared prosperity for our people,” she said.

The summit brought together business leaders, investors, and policymakers from the UK and Ghana aimed at exploring new avenues for collaboration in sectors including manufacturing, technology, renewable energy among others.

“The Ghana–UK relations has always been strong, and this summit reaffirms our shared commitment to economic growth and development,” The Hon. Minister stated.

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Ghana Woos U.S. Investors as Trade Mission Summit Opens in Accra

Ghana has intensified efforts to attract American investment and deepen economic cooperation with the United States as government officials and business leaders from both countries gathered in Accra for the U.S.–Ghana Chamber of Commerce Trade and Investment Mission.

Speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama and the Government of Ghana, Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Sampson Ahi, welcomed the high-level U.S. delegation to Accra on Monday, June 1, 2026. He explained that the trade mission was a direct result of President Mahama’s recent visit to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where discussions were held to deepen economic cooperation between Ghana and the United States.

According to Hon. Ahi, the mission represents an important milestone in efforts to translate the longstanding diplomatic ties between the two countries into a robust commercial partnership that will stimulate economic growth, attract investment, and create employment opportunities.

“This Trade Mission is the living expression of a commitment made at the highest levels of leadership,” Hon. Ahi said. “It is a belief that together, we can build enterprises, expand markets, create jobs and produce shared prosperity.”

He noted that the mission seeks to strengthen trade and investment cooperation between Ghana and the United States by identifying opportunities in priority sectors including agriculture, agribusiness, manufacturing, logistics, fintech, tourism, renewable energy, infrastructure, mining and digital innovation.

According to him, Ghana remains one of Africa’s most attractive investment destinations due to its democratic stability, investor-friendly environment, strong legal framework and commitment to private-sector-led development.

Hon. Ahi also highlighted the government's 24-Hour Economy Programme as a key policy initiative aimed at increasing productivity, expanding industrial output and creating employment opportunities across multiple sectors of the economy.

He further pointed to Ghana’s strategic position as host of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, describing the country as a gateway to a continental market of more than 1.4 billion people.

“A U.S. business that invests in Ghana is not investing in Ghana alone; it is investing in Africa,” he stated.

The Deputy Minister urged participants to focus on concrete outcomes, stressing that the success of the mission would be measured by investment commitments, export agreements, joint ventures, technology partnerships and signed memoranda of understanding.

Also addressing the gathering, Ghana’s Ambassador and Special Envoy to the United States, Ambassador Victor Emmanuel Smith, called for deliberate efforts to convert the strong diplomatic relationship between Ghana and the United States into strategic business partnerships that deliver tangible economic benefits.

He emphasized that the relationship between the two countries must move beyond political and diplomatic engagements to foster investments capable of creating jobs and opportunities, particularly for Ghana’s youth.

Ambassador Smith said strategic business collaborations across key sectors of the Ghanaian economy would not only strengthen bilateral ties but also contribute significantly to economic transformation and sustainable development.

“The focus must be on building strategic businesses that create employment opportunities and empower young people to participate meaningfully in national development,” he noted.

Leader of the U.S. delegation, Karen Fegely, also underscored the importance of leveraging the longstanding friendship between Ghana and the United States to create new business opportunities and deepen economic cooperation.

She noted that the trade mission provides an important platform for businesses from both countries to establish partnerships, explore investment opportunities and strengthen commercial relations.

Ms. Fegely expressed confidence that the engagements scheduled throughout the mission would result in meaningful investments and mutually beneficial business ventures that would contribute to economic growth in both countries.

She reiterated the commitment of the American delegation to building sustainable business relationships that capitalize on the strong historical ties between Ghana and the United States.

The trade mission brings together representatives from the U.S.–Ghana Chamber of Commerce, the World Trade Centre, the U.S. Commercial Service, the Commerce Department of Philadelphia, the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters, the Association of Ghana Industries and private-sector stakeholders from both countries.

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PRESIDENT MAHAMA COURTS DIASPORA INVESTMENT AT GHANA-UK INVESTMENT SUMMIT 2026

President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians living abroad to take advantage of emerging investment opportunities in the country, describing the diaspora as a vital partner in Ghana's economic transformation agenda.

Speaking during an engagement with members of the Ghanaian community in the United Kingdom and Ireland on the sidelines of the Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026 in London, President Mahama reaffirmed that Ghana is open for business and ready to welcome investors.

The President noted that under his administration's Reset Agenda, Ghana recorded a historic achievement in 2025, with non-traditional exports reaching a record US$5 billion. He added that the country's manufacturing sector continues to expand, creating new opportunities for investment and economic growth.

According to President Mahama, the positive performance of the export and manufacturing sectors demonstrates Ghana's resilience and readiness to attract both local and foreign investment.

He further emphasized the important role of the Ghanaian diaspora in national development, describing them as Ghana's "17th region" and key stakeholders in the country's progress.

President Mahama therefore encouraged Ghanaians in the UK, Ireland, and across the world to contribute to the nation's growth by investing in businesses and supporting development initiatives at home.

"The door is open—come invest, come build, come home," the President urged.

The engagement formed part of activities associated with the Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026, where President Mahama was accompanied by the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, and other government officials seeking to deepen economic partnerships and attract investment to Ghana.

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BUSINESSES MUST REDUCE PRICES WHEN CRISIS CONDITIONS EASE – TRADE MINISTER

The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has called on businesses to demonstrate ethical responsibility in their pricing decisions, particularly during and after periods of economic and global crises.

Addressing private sector leaders at the 10th CEO Summit 2026, the Minister acknowledged that price increases may sometimes be unavoidable during challenging periods such as currency depreciation, global supply chain disruptions, energy crises, and pandemics. However, she stressed that it is unacceptable for companies to maintain inflated prices once the conditions that necessitated such increases have improved.

According to her, businesses that continue to charge crisis-era prices despite reductions in operating costs risk undermining public confidence and damaging the reputation of the private sector. She cited examples such as falling fuel prices and easing inflation, noting that consumers expect these improvements to be reflected in the prices of goods and services.

Hon. Ofosu-Adjare warned that the failure to adjust prices downward when economic conditions stabilize could erode public trust, fuel social dissatisfaction, and weaken confidence in a competitive and self-regulating private sector.

She therefore appealed to the moral conscience of business leaders, urging them to balance profitability with fairness and social responsibility.

“If you raised prices because of a genuine emergency, the ethical obligation and reputational imperative is to bring them back down when that emergency passes,” she stated.

The Minister concluded by emphasizing that the private sector’s ability to play a leading role in Ghana’s economic development depends largely on the confidence the public places in businesses. She noted that such confidence can only be sustained when companies exercise their pricing power responsibly and in a manner that reflects fairness and accountability to consumers.

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