Ghana Positions Self as Gateway to Unlocking Africa's Investment Potential  

Singapore, Asia, August 25,2025 - President John Dramani Mahama has declared Africa "investable" and Ghana the continent's reliable gateway, urging global investors to tap into the vast opportunities available. Speaking at the 8th Africa-Singapore Business Forum, Mahama highlighted Ghana's stability, reform-minded approach, and strategic location as key advantages

Mahama emphasized, "Africa is investable, and Ghana is your reliable gateway to the continent". 

Why Ghana?

- Strategic Location: Ghana hosts the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, providing access to a $3.4 trillion single market and over 400 million consumers through ECOWAS.

- Stable Business Environment: Ghana offers political stability, a rules-based environment, and a double taxation agreement with Singapore.

- Investment Opportunities: Ghana has a pipeline of investable projects in agribusiness, logistics, manufacturing, energy, digital, and tourism.

Ghana's 24-Hour Economy

Mahama touted Ghana's 24-Hour Economy strategy, designed to boost competitiveness through round-the-clock operations in agriculture, manufacturing, logistics, and tourism. This initiative aims to:

- Increase Productivity: Align infrastructure, incentives, and skills for 24/7 operations.

- Enhance Exports: Tap into global markets with competitive products.

- Create Jobs: Foster economic growth and employment opportunities.

Investment Growth

The president's pitch comes as trade between Africa and Singapore surged nearly 50% between 2020 and 2024, reaching $14 billion. Ghana-Singapore trade exceeded $215 million in 2024, with 69 Singaporean companies investing over $2 billion in Ghana.

Source – Lead News Online