The Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026 concluded on Tuesday with a resounding appeal to investors to seize the vast 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, reaffirming government’s commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment for both local and international investors. “Africa’s moment is now, and Ghana is where it all begins,” she declared, positioning the country as a gateway for investment into the continent.
Hon. Ofosu-Adjare commended 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 said.
According to her, the summit has strengthened economic ties between Ghana and the UK while opening new avenues for collaboration in trade, agribusiness, manufacturing, technology, infrastructure, and other strategic sectors. She further assured investors of government’s dedication to implementing policies that promote industrial growth and sustainable development.
Bringing the summit to a close, she declared: “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.
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