Ghana Investment Promotion Centre

The future of Africa's economies relies on its young people. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) opens pathways for them to trade freely, innovate, and lead us toward prosperity. In this statement, our CEO, Yofi Grant, emphasizes the importance of empowering the youth to unlock their full potential!

Recognizing the huge potential in Ghana’s tea industry, Dr. Boahemaa Ntim founded NutriHealth Foods and Beverages Ltd, specializing in the production, sales and export of premium teas. The thriving company sources some of the finest natural raw materials from the West African region to create delicious and healthy teas. Watch this short informative clip to hear Dr. Ntim discuss her enterprise and the exciting opportunities in Ghana that you can explore as well!

The 21st edition of the #GC100Awards was a resounding success. It was a night filled with excitement and grandeur as we honored the best of corporate Ghana. What was your favorite moment? . The event was proudly sponsored by: Federated Commodities Limited Bank of Ghana Indomie Ghana B5 Plus Group The KGL Group Delta Air Lines GCB Bank PLC National Lottery Authority

At this year’s Ghana Club 100 awards, Gold Fields Ghana Ltd (Tarkwa Mine) was recognized as the first runner-up for the Best Company in Corporate Social Responsibility. Acquired in 1993, Gold Fields Ghana is one of the largest private sector companies in Ghana, controlling 20% of the Tarkwa mine. The company contributes significantly to the development of the country through job creation, royalties, as well as the socio-economic development of stakeholder communities. Congratulations to Goldfields Ghana Ltd for your significant contributions to our society! #2024GC100Awards #Awards Delta Air Lines National Lottery Authority Africa Prosperity Network B5plus Group Maphlix Trust Ghana Limited GCB Bank PLC The KGL Group Indomie Ghana Bank of Ghana Federated Commodities Limited

Congratulations to Newmont Ghana (Ahafo-South Mine) and all the Ghana Club 100 winners! Your impactful work and contributions to our economy are truly inspiring, and we appreciate your dedication to the nation’s growth and development.

The Centre has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Entrepreneurs Club (China) to forge a strategic partnership dedicated to enhancing China-Ghana economic ties. Representing the two organizations, GIPC CEO Yofi Grant and Entrepreneurs Club Executive Chairman and General Secretary YU Jinlong signed the MOU, which outlines a framework for cooperation between the two entities to attract investments in both countries. This MOU paves the way for strengthened collaboration, focusing on knowledge exchange, investment facilitation, and shared opportunities.

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A delegation of investors from Asia, led by Deputy Finance Minister Hon. Stephen Amoah, paid a courtesy visit to the Centre to explore investment opportunities. In his engagement with the team, our CEO, Mr. Yofi Grant, discussed Ghana's promising position within Africa's investment landscape, emphasizing its Opportunities, Openness, and Optimism. He touched on the country's political stability and robust economy, highlighting opportunities in agriculture, mining, tourism, manufacturing, energy, real estate, and ICT. Mr. Grant also talked about the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), noting its potential to drive economic growth by creating the world’s largest tariff-free market since the WTO, which investors can leverage. As the headquarters of the AfCFTA, Mr. Grant remarked that “Ghana is well-positioned to provide investors with easier access to the broader African market of 1.2 billion people.” The delegation expressed strong interest in collaborating with local partners to establish a presence in the country.

Leading e-commerce platform, Jumia reinforced its commitment to the Ghanaian market, by launching its new Integrated Warehouse in Tema, Ghana, on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. According to the CEO of Jumia Ghana, Temidayo Ojo, “Ghana is our fastest-growing market in the group today,” adding that it has become essential for the company to invest in infrastructure that enables improved customer service and support for the local economy. Dr. Samuel Antwi-Gyekyi, Director of Research, Statistics, and Information at the Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation, commended Jumia Ghana for its consistent role in driving economic growth and its substantial investment in service delivery. He said the government envisions “a future where many more Ghanaian businesses will seamlessly come online, igniting a surge in e-commerce activities that will create boundless opportunities for growth and development”.

The Diaspora can significantly boost the growth of their home countries through direct investments, remittances, and knowledge transfer. For this reason, Ghana is at the forefront, creating sustainable pathways for the Diaspora to contribute to the development of African nations.