The Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry has urged UK businesses to take advantage of Ghana’s favourable investment climate and partner with the country in its ongoing drive towards industrial transformation.
Delivering the keynote address at the UK–Ghana Trade and Investment Forum held at the Alisa Hotel in Accra on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, the Deputy Minister said Ghana is strategically positioning itself as a hub for agribusiness, industrialization, and export-led growth under the government’s bold 24-Hour Economy initiative.
He noted that Ghana and the United Kingdom share a long history of trade relations, and the next phase must focus on building industries, creating jobs, and strengthening value addition. “Ghana does not simply seek investors; we seek partners—partners who will create jobs, transfer technology, and build capacity alongside us,” he emphasized.
The Deputy Minister highlighted concrete entry points for UK firms, including agro-processing, pharmaceuticals, textiles and garments, machinery, and the fast-growing automotive industry. He stressed that UK expertise in food technology, logistics, and standards compliance could play a pivotal role in transforming Ghana’s cocoa, cashew, fruit, and other commodity sectors into globally competitive industries.
He also pointed to Ghana’s advantages, including its geographic position, preferential trade access under AGOA and the EU Economic Partnership Agreement, the presence of the AfCFTA Secretariat in Accra, and ongoing reforms to reduce the cost of doing business. These, he said, make Ghana an attractive destination for investment and long-term partnerships.
The Deputy Minister concluded with a call for UK businesses to act swiftly: “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.”
