Deputy Trade Minister Calls on UK Businesses to Invest in Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy

Addressing the UK–Ghana Trade and Investment Forum in Accra, Sampson Ahi, the Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry said Ghana is positioning itself as a regional hub for agribusiness, industrialisation and export-led growth.

“Ghana does not simply seek investors; we seek partners, partners who will create jobs, transfer technology, and build capacity alongside us,” he said.

The Deputy Minister highlighted investment opportunities in agro-processing, pharmaceuticals, textiles and garments, machinery, and the fast-growing automotive sector. He added that British expertise in food technology, logistics and standards compliance could be pivotal in transforming Ghana’s commodity exports, including cocoa, cashew and fruits, into globally competitive industries.

“The 24-Hour Economy provides the platform, our strategic entry points provide the pathways, and our shared commitment to innovation and trade provides the guarantee of success,” he noted.

He pointed to Ghana’s geographic position, preferential trade access under AGOA and the EU Economic Partnership Agreement, and the presence of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat in Accra as unique advantages. Ongoing reforms aimed at reducing the cost of doing business, he said, further strengthen Ghana’s appeal as a long-term investment destination.

While Ghana and the UK share a longstanding trade relationship, he stressed that future collaboration must focus on industrial capacity and value addition rather than raw commodity exports.

The UK–Ghana Trade and Investment Forum gathered government officials, investors and business leaders to deepen bilateral commercial ties at a time when both countries are seeking to expand trade flows and strengthen supply chains.

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