Volta Trade & Investment Fair 2025 to Pioneer Ghana’s First 24-Hour Exhibition Model

The 7th Volta Trade and Investment Fair will be launched on Monday, August 25, 2025, in Juapong, ahead of what organisers describe as the most ambitious edition yet. The main fair will run from November 26 to December 8 in Ho, making history as Ghana’s first-ever 24-hour trade fair.

Regional Minister James Gunu explained that Juapong was deliberately chosen as the launch venue to highlight the town’s potential as a viable business hub while drawing investor attention to the struggling Volta Star Textiles Company. “By launching outside the regional capital, we want to underscore that the Volta Region’s opportunities extend beyond Ho,” he said.

This year’s fair runs under the theme “Volta Rising: Building Global Partnerships for a Thriving 24-Hour Economy.” For the first time, exhibitors will operate round-the-clock on selected days, blending business showcases with tourism, culture, and entertainment. Organizers say the goal is to position the region as a competitive hub for trade, industry, and innovation.

Over the years, the Volta Fair has grown into a flagship public-private partnership platform, attracting investors, entrepreneurs, and tourists alike. The 2025 edition will feature high-level events, including the Volta Investment Summit, Women in Entrepreneurship Summit, Youth in Entrepreneurship Summit, ICT and Innovation Forum, and a workshop on packaging technology. Other highlights include the Ghana-India Business Dinner, Creative Arts Forum, Farmers Day celebrations, and dedicated district days.

Pre-fair activities will kick off with corporate fun games, the Visit Volta: Experience Ghana tourism campaign, and an essay competition for schools on tourism and culture.

The fair’s international appeal continues to grow, with delegations expected from Togo, Benin, Nigeria, Kenya, Namibia, India, Malaysia, and other countries. Organizers say this reinforces Volta’s role as a rising regional hub with global investment opportunities.

The August 25 launch in Juapong marks the official countdown to what promises to be a groundbreaking showcase. With its 24-hour model and vibrant fusion of business and culture, the Volta Trade and Investment Fair 2025 aims to redefine how Ghana promotes regional trade and investment.