The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana (AmCham Ghana), through its Legal, Policy & Governance Committee, has held a high-level engagement with Maame Samma Peprah, Registrar of Companies at the Office of the Registrar-General, on Wednesday, 22nd July 2026, to discuss critical reforms aimed at enhancing the ease of doing business in Ghana. The meeting, which brought together representatives of AmCham Ghana’s Legal, Policy and Governance committee led by Augustine Kidisil, Committee Chairman and Managing Partner for Templars Ghana, Kofi Asmah, Senior Partner at Gyandoh Asmah and Co, Diana Sey of AFS International Exchange Program, Jane Okyere-Aduachie of AmCham Ghana, and Albert Ludwig of AmCham Ghana, and officials from the Registrar-General’s Department, focused on the digitalisation of business registration processes, verification of corporate documents, and the operational efficiency of registration services.

 

A central topic of discussion was the ongoing digital transformation of business registration in Ghana. Officials from the Registrar-General’s Department outlined plans to roll out a comprehensive end-to-end digital platform that would allow businesses to complete the entire registration process online, from name search to final certification. The new system is expected to significantly reduce processing times and eliminate the need for physical submission of documents. The platform, currently being piloted, will integrate with national identification systems to streamline data verification.

 

AmCham Ghana raised concerns about persistent delays in business registration and the verification of corporate certificates, particularly for international businesses seeking to establish operations in Ghana. In response, Registrar-General officials mentioned a digital verification system that allows users to check company information, registration status, and beneficial ownership details in real-time. The platform is already being piloted with financial institutions and is expected to be expanded to other users, including law firms and business associations.

 

Discussions also covered the issue of fee structures for the new digital services. Registrar-General officials indicated that the platform would offer flexible payment options, including annual subscriptions for unlimited searches and a “pay-as-you-go” model for occasional users. Members of the business community expressed strong interest in the subscription model, noting that it would provide predictability and cost efficiency for companies that frequently need to verify corporate information.

 

Another key area of discussion was the verification and authentication of business certificates. AmCham Ghana members highlighted the challenges faced by their members, particularly international companies, in verifying the authenticity of registration documents submitted by potential partners. The new digital platform is expected to address this by enabling instant verification of certificates through the online system, eliminating the need for manual checks and reducing the risk of fraud.

 

The meeting further touched on broader regulatory reforms, including the separation of the Office of the Registrar of Companies (ORC) from the Registrar-General’s Department. This separation, which took effect under the Companies Act, 2019 (Act 992), is designed to streamline entity registrations and advance sound corporate governance principles. Officials noted that the new ORC would focus exclusively on company registrations and regulation, while the Registrar-General’s Department would concentrate on civil and non-commercial functions.

 

The new platform is expected to be fully operational in the coming months, with ongoing engagement between AmCham Ghana and the Registrar-General’s Department to ensure that the system meets the needs of the business community.

 

The Chamber will continue to work with its members to identify challenges and advocate for solutions that promote a more competitive business environment in Ghana.

 

A powerful conversation unfolded at Google Accra, on Wednesday, 22^ND July 2026, as industry leaders, filmmakers, and investors gathered for The Creative Economy Summit Ghana 2026, focused on transforming Ghana’s vibrant creative energy into a structured economic powerhouse. The resounding message was clear; the time for treating African creativity as mere culture is over; it is time to embrace it as a serious asset class and a driver of commerce.

 

The Summit, which featured high-profile panels on investment, film production, and the digital economy, was opened by Director, Diaspora Affairs, Office of the President. Kofi Okyere-Darko, who emphasized the strategic importance of the creative industries. “The evidence of Ghana’s creativity already exists, the more useful conversation now is how we tend creativity into an organized economic sector to project the orange economy. That is a different discussion altogether,” he noted.

 

The discussion, marked by a sense of urgency and opportunity, explored the critical gaps holding the sector back: a lack of access to funding, the challenge of distribution, and the need for a skilled labor force. A key theme throughout was the necessity of building a viable ecosystem where talent and commerce go hand in hand.

 

A major panel, “The Creative Economy as an Investment Frontier,” moderated by the Memebership, External Relations and Project Manager of American Chamber of Commerce Ghana, Jane Okyere-Aduachie, tackled the data gap that often deters investors. Paul Garnes, CEO of Array,  a celebrated American film producer and longtime collaborator of Ava DuVernay, provided a global perspective. He emphasized that while the creative economy is valued at over $2.25 trillion globally, Africa’s challenge isn’t just about finding production money, but in building the infrastructure for distribution. “If you can fix the distribution problem, the production investment problem goes away,” he stated, urging Ghana to build from the ground up, not model the failing strategies of the West.

 

Mariam Buahin, COO of the Akuna Group, highlighted the need for creators to think like businesses. She pointed out that talent often struggles to articulate their value to corporate partners. “The marriage starts when we are all around the table understanding we are achieving one objective,” she explained. She called for creators to find business partners (“suits”) to handle commercial negotiations, allowing the talent to focus on the art while ensuring the IP is properly valued and protected.

 

The conversation also spotlighted how technology is a critical enabler. Panelists discussed how platforms like the newly launched Akuna Wallet, designed by Idris Elba’s Akuna Group, can help solve one of the fundamental problems for creators; getting paid. The wallet allows African creators to receive international payments seamlessly, facilitating cross-border collaborations. “The opportunity is democratization,” Buahin noted, pointing to the power of social media, data, and fintech to unlock new revenue streams.

 

A recurring sentiment was that talent is the bedrock of the entire industry. A poignant moment came from producer Nicole Amarteifio, creator of An African City, who shared her journey of self-training to break into the industry. The panel stressed that talent creates stories, stories build audiences, and audiences attract investment, which in turn creates jobs and builds industries. “Investing in infrastructure and talent,” a speaker concluded, “is not just about entertainment; it’s about jobs, investment, and national development.”

 

The summit concluded with a call to action for stronger collaborations, institutional partnerships, and a concerted effort to change the narrative from one of culture to one of commerce. As Paul Garnes powerfully put it, “We shouldn’t change our message to fit the world; we should learn to tell our story so well that everyone outside of Ghana wants to see it.”

Yesterday, July 6, 2026, the American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana (AmCham Ghana), participated in the Wisdom Ghana Global Trade Mission held at the Accra City Hotel, Accra. The event brought together businesses, investors, and trade partners in a dynamic setting designed to accelerate cross-border commercial connections. AmCham Ghana members were among the key participants, benefiting from a rich program of engagement opportunities across the day.

The session featured a structured matchmaking program that enabled member companies to connect directly with potential trade partners, investors, and collaborators from across the globe. Participants had the opportunity to explore synergies, identify new markets, and build the kind of relationships that translate into tangible business outcomes. The format reflected the growing momentum of Ghana’s position as a gateway for trade and investment on the African continent.

A highlight of the event was an investor pitch session, where businesses had the platform to present their ventures to a room of prospective funders and strategic partners. AmCham Ghana members took full advantage of the opportunity to showcase their operations, articulate their growth plans, and attract the capital and partnerships needed to scale. The session underscored the value of convening spaces that connect the Ghanaian business community with global networks.

Looking ahead, AmCham Ghana invites members to sustain this momentum by joining the upcoming Global Africa Summit Charlotte 2026 — Ghana Delegation, a premier trade mission to the United States that promises to open further doors for U.S.–Ghana business engagement. Members interested in being part of the Ghana Delegation are encouraged to visit the link below for full details and registration: Global Africa Summit Charlotte 2026 — Ghana Delegation

On June 8, 2026, the American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana (AmCham Ghana), convened a high-level roundtable briefing at the U.S. Embassy, Accra, bringing together senior Chamber leadership, Chargé d’Affaires Rolf Olson, and a U.S. Congressional Delegation led by U.S. Representative Vern Buchanan (R-FL). The engagement reflected the strength of the institutional relationship between the American business community in Ghana and its government partners, and provided a timely platform for structured dialogue on the state of U.S.–Ghana trade and investment.

AmCham Ghana was represented by Board President Kimathi Kuenyehia, Vice President and Board Director Danquah Addo-Yobo of Newmont Africa, Board Director and Senior Vice President of Kosmos Energy Joe Mensah, and Chief Executive Officer Doris Kafui Afanyedey, supported by Membership Manager Jane Okyere Aduachie and Communications Officer Albert Ludwig Botchway. Sector Committee leadership in attendance included ICT Committee Chair Boakye Acheampong and Aviation Committee Chair Ilse Adriaen of United Airlines and Brussels Airlines. Together, they presented priority concerns spanning the sequencing of 15 digital economy bills before Parliament, transparency gaps in aviation fee-setting, regulatory stability in the extractive sector, and a systemic absence of private sector consultation ahead of policy and legislative decisions. The Chamber called for strengthened parliamentary oversight and a more structured mechanism for industry engagement in Ghana’s lawmaking process.

Member companies gave voice to both the opportunities and the challenges of operating in Ghana. Board Director Joe Mensah highlighted Kosmos Energy’s $2 billion reinvestment in Ghana’s energy sector and welcomed the resolution of outstanding gas debt payments, a matter on which congressional support had been sought. CEO Doris Kafui Afanyedey raised the urgent need for a dedicated GRA point of contact for member companies navigating frequent tax policy reforms, and called for the settlement of remaining debt obligations owed to American businesses operating in Ghana.

U.S. Representative Buchanan affirmed Congress’s commitment to expanding trade and investment ties with Ghana, noting the significant growth opportunities the country presents for American business. The roundtable concluded with a shared understanding that deepening U.S.–Ghana economic engagement requires consistent dialogue, transparent governance, and a business environment that meets the standards American investors expect. AmCham Ghana remains committed to serving as the bridge between its membership and both governments in advancing that agenda.

On Tuesday, June 30, 2026, members of the American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana, visited the ACR2 Data Centre in Accra for an exclusive facility tour hosted by Digital Realty, a Gold Member of AmCham Ghana and one of the world’s leading data centre and colocation providers. The visit gave members a firsthand look at the infrastructure underpinning Ghana’s digital transformation, with Digital Realty’s team led by Mr. Joseph Koranteng, Managing Director, walking the group through ACR2’s carrier-neutral architecture, its direct connection to the 2Africa subsea cable system, and the five-layer security and redundant power systems that keep the facility running around the clock.

Beyond the facility tour, the conversation focused on a critical shift, digital infrastructure is no longer a back-end consideration, it is a strategic enabler of growth, compliance, and competitiveness. Laurie Kelleher of the U.S. Commercial Service at the U.S. Embassy Accra noted that ACR2 is not just a building but a gateway, plugging Ghanaian businesses directly into the global interconnected fabric that powers commerce and innovation across continents, and that investments like this are precisely the foundation on which Ghana’s National AI Strategy must be built.

Our CEO, Doris Kafui Afanyedey, closed the remarks by framing the tour as an act of informed advocacy. “What we saw today is exactly the kind of access we need, not just to understand the infrastructure, but to understand what it enables. What Digital Realty has built here is a complete example of the intersection of U.S. investment and Ghana’s growth agenda.” She called on members to carry the conversation forward and committed AmCham Ghana to protecting and expanding the conditions that make this level of investment possible.

AmCham Ghana thanks Digital Realty for hosting the membership at ACR2, and to all members who joined, including representation from IBM Ghana, United Airlines, Endeavor Energy, KPMG, Ntrakwah and Co, Multitread, Acadia (Tampico), and Templars. As data localisation, connectivity, and cloud adoption accelerate, ACR2 stands ready to give businesses in Ghana a scalable, secure, and globally connected foundation to grow. We look forward to continuing the dialogue as Ghana’s digital ecosystem evolves.