Ghana’s Minister for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has encouraged Japanese enterprises to increase their investment footprint in Ghana, presenting the nation as a trustworthy entry point for businesses aiming to expand throughout Africa.
She made this call on Sunday, August 24, during the Kansai Africa Business Forum held in Osaka, which was part of the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9).
Emphasizing prospects in textiles, automotive manufacturing, and sustainable industries, Madam Ofosu-Adjare expressed Ghana’s readiness to deepen collaboration.
“With the right partnership, Ghana can become a competitive force for high-quality textile and apparel exports to African and global markets,” she explained, citing the country’s potential in the integrated cotton cultivation value chain.
She also highlighted the advancement of Ghana’s automotive sector, noting that vehicle assembly operations are already underway, and the country is positioning itself as a central hub under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
“As AfCFTA gains momentum, regional demand for vehicles and components is expected to grow rapidly,” she said, urging Japanese firms to establish supplier networks and distribution hubs in Ghana.
The Minister also reaffirmed Ghana’s dedication to environmentally friendly industrial development, citing renewable energy, waste-to-resource programs, and low-emission production methods.
“These initiatives will not only reduce emissions but also generate new revenue streams for investors,” she said, adding that Ghana remained “open, eagerly prepared, and strategically positioned” to serve as Japan’s most reliable partner in Africa.
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