On Monday, August 31, 2026, AmCham Ghana, led by our CEO, Doris Afanyedey, attended today’s signing of the Joint Venture Agreement between the AfCFTA Secretariat and Quest, launching the AfCFTA Digital Trade Corridor, the first continental initiative of its kind, at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel, Accra.

H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of the AfCFTA Secretariat, called it a shift “from policy, from talk, to action,” pointing to IFC projections that Africa’s digital economy could reach $712 billion by 2035. The corridor, headquartered in the Seychelles, will track cross-border digital trade under AfCFTA rules, backed by over $51 million in mobilised private-sector investment.

For U.S. and Ghanaian businesses, it’s a development worth watching as continental digital trade infrastructure takes shape.

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The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana (AmCham Ghana), on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, unveiled its Member Impact Documentary, a landmark production that captures, in the words of its own members, the tangible difference American investment continues to make across the country.

The event drew members, partners, and diplomatic representatives, including the U.S. Embassy, for a morning centred on one message: the numbers behind American investment in Ghana are only half the story, the rest is the people, communities, and skills those numbers represent.

Speaking at the unveiling, AmCham CEO Doris Kafui Afanyedey described the documentary as a deliberate shift in how the Chamber tells its members’ stories. “The impact of the collective economic footprint of AmCham member companies in Ghana is significant and deeply woven into Ghana’s economy. AmCham member companies contribute billions of cedis in taxes and investment, create thousands of direct and indirect jobs, and support skills transfer across multiple industries. Our member companies continue to be one of the country’s highest taxpayers. Newmont Ghana alone paid GH₵12.8 billion in taxes in 2025. Other top taxpayers include American Towers Corporation ATC, Kosmos Energy, Mantrac Ghana, and many others.” Ms. Afanyedey noted.

 

Billions in Tax Revenue, Thousands of Jobs – Newmont Ghana Gold Limited

Member companies reaffirmed their scale of contribution to the Ghanaian economy, citing billions of cedis paid in taxes annually, thousands of Ghanaians employed, and sustained investment in training the country’s next generation of skilled workers.

From a Single Storefront to Nationwide Growth — KFC Ghana

KFC’s representative traced the brand’s journey in Ghana from a single flagship outlet to a nationwide footprint, describing the local market as fertile ground for experimentation and expansion. The company reaffirmed confidence in Ghana’s growth potential, pointing to future-facing investment plans still taking shape.

Impact Sourcing at Scale — e-Services

e-Services used the platform to highlight its impact sourcing initiative, which recruits from underserved communities — including Tamale, Bolgatanga, and the Ashanti Region — and equips them with job-ready skills. The company also announced it will open a new delivery centre by the end of October 2026, a milestone described as a direct outcome of its partnership with AmCham.

Endeavor Energy is part of the U.S. footprint powering Ghana’s energy sector, one of the biggest contributors to Ghana-U.S. trade.

Endeavour Energy currently operates two power plants in Ghana with a combined capacity of roughly 400 megawatts. The Twin City Energy plant in Aboadze is a 200 MW combined cycle, dual-fuel facility capable of running on crude oil or natural gas, producing over 1,600 gigawatt-hours a year, enough to energize up to one million Ghanaian households.

The Member Impact Documentary will be shared across AmCham Ghana’s digital platforms in the coming weeks, alongside continued storytelling on how American investment is shaping Ghana’s economic future.

Earlier Today, Thursday 20th August 2026, the American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana (AmCham Ghana), in partnership with the U.S. Embassy Economic & Commercial Section, hosted its Annual Forum with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) at the Residence of the U.S. Chief of Mission, Accra.

Held under the theme “Advancing Tax Transparency and Business Confidence,” the forum brought together private-sector leaders and senior GRA officials for a candid, solutions-focused dialogue on tax policy, compliance, and reform priorities shaping Ghana’s investment climate.

Guest of Honor Mr. Anthony Akwasi Sarpong, Commissioner-General of the GRA, outlined the Authority’s reform roadmap, spanning legal and policy modernization, digital compliance tools, and improved dispute resolution, and engaged directly with member questions on VAT, customs facilitation, and taxpayer services.

Conversations like these matter. A transparent, predictable tax environment is one of the strongest signals we can send to investors, and dialogue between policy and private enterprise is how we get there.

Thank you to the Ghana Revenue Authority and the U.S. Embassy Ghana for a productive morning of engagement.

On Wednesday, August 16, 2026, the Asuogyaman District Assembly proposed a partnership with AmCham Ghana to attract U.S. private-sector investment, with priority interest spanning tourism and hospitality, agro-processing, real estate, and mineral resources across the district.

A key component of the proposal is the district’s planned Business and Investment Festival, anchoring a broader push to develop the Volta Lake area’s undeveloped islands for tourism, alongside a proposed hospitality and tourism training institute. The district also flagged agriculture and livestock opportunities, available land for real estate development, and limestone deposits for potential cement production.

The discussions were held during a meeting between Hon. Godwin Bobobee, District Chief Executive / Assembly officials, and AmCham Ghana leadership, led by Chief Executive Officer Doris Afanyedey.

Ms. Afanyedey welcomed the district’s proposal and reaffirmed AmCham Ghana’s commitment to connecting member companies with investment-ready opportunities across Ghana’s regions, including support for the district’s engagement with national investment promotion partners ahead of the festival.

The Ghana real estate professionals’association has proposed a strategic collaboration with AmCham Ghana ahead of its 5th annual real estate conference, aimed at connecting U.S. real estate companies and investors with opportunities in Ghana’s property market

A key component of the proposal is the association’s existing bilateral relationship with the U.S. National Association of Realtors, with the upcoming conference 14th–16th October, 2026 expected to draw U.S.-based delegates and international participants, including confirmed representation from France, United States and the UK. The association also outlined its regulatory role under Ghana’s real estate agency framework, including agent licensing, training, and anti-money-laundering compliance requirements, as part of efforts to professionalize the sector and build trust with prospective foreign investors and partners.

The discussions were held during a meeting between the association’s leadership and AmCham Ghana, led by Chief Executive Officer Doris Afanyedey.

Ms. Afanyedey welcomed the proposed collaboration and reaffirmed AmCham Ghana’s commitment to connecting member companies with credible local partners and platforms that support U.S.–Ghana business ties, including further conversations on the scope of a formal partnership and membership structure.

Movenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra on Friday 14th August 2026, hosted a dynamic and interactive session with its esteemed event planners and corporate partners. The event, All Accor Meetings & Events, was designed to showcase the incredible value of the Accor Loyalty Program specifically tailored for meetings and events. The session provided a deep dive into how event organizers, whether planning for a company or an individual client, can maximize their investment and enjoy significant perks through the Accor program.

The core message was that, any event hosted at a Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra or Accor property can earn you valuable points. By signing up for the program, points accumulation starts on every qualifying event spend. These act as “cashback” on your spending, with every Cedi spent earning points that can be redeemed for room nights, dining experiences, and other services. Accumulated points also help clients climb the loyalty tiers, from Classic to Silver, Gold, and even Platinum, unlocking additional exclusive benefits and recognition.

A key point of discussion was how the program handles company bookings. The team explained that companies can have a dedicated corporate account, where points from all employee bookings can be pooled for the company’s benefit. Points earning is automatic after every booking and can be redeemed globally, in any Accor hotel worldwide, including Ghana. The briefing concluded with powerful testimonials of discounts and status upgrade from some planners and corporate clients, reminder of upcoming opportunities.

Earlier today, Thursday, August 13, 2026, Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosia and Ken Schilz, Co-Founders of the Ghana-Nebraska Agribusiness, Growth and Trade Chamber, paid a courtesy visit to the American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana (AmCham Ghana) Secretariat, where they were received by Chief Executive Officer Doris Afanyedey. The visit offered valuable insight into the Chamber’s work fostering agribusiness ties between Ghana and Nebraska over the past two decades, and opened the door for meaningful discussions on potential areas of collaboration.

Conversations centred on opportunities across the agricultural value chain, including livestock and poultry processing, by-product utilisation such as rice husk and straw for animal feed, and investment prospects in cashew, rice, and large-scale plantation development. Both parties also discussed avenues for closer institutional collaboration, including joint roundtables and member engagement, as well as continued support for Ghana-Nebraska delegation exchanges. AmCham Ghana looks forward to strengthening this partnership in the interest of advancing agribusiness trade and investment between Ghana and the United States.

Earlier today, Thursday, August 13, 2026, the American Chamber of Commerce in Ghana (AmCham Ghana), led by Chief Executive Officer Doris Afanyedey, met with Ray McShane, General Manager of the Accra Marriott Hotel, for a warm and wide-ranging conversation on how the two institutions can grow together. The meeting reflected a shared enthusiasm for Accra’s future, from supporting Chamber roadshows and workshops that connect international investors to the market to a proposed partnership with the University of Ghana in service of its large international student community. New airline links into the city, including an upcoming Etihad Airways route and a codeshare with Africa World Airlines, were welcomed as fresh opportunities to bring more visitors and business through Ghana’s doors.

Beyond logistics, the conversation carried a genuine spirit of partnership: ideas for a member breakfast speaker series, Marriott loyalty benefits for traveling members, and continued support for Chamber networking evenings were all discussed as ways to bring people together. Mr. McShane also spoke with evident pride about efforts to root the hotel more deeply in Ghanaian culture, from local cuisine and hospitality touches to a calendar of cultural festivals planned for the year ahead, an initiative AmCham Ghana looks forward to celebrating and helping to promote. Both sides agreed to formalize this growing friendship through a Memorandum of Understanding, and AmCham Ghana thanks the Accra Marriott Hotel for its hospitality and looks forward to building on today’s conversation for the benefit of its members and the wider business community.

For more information on AmCham Ghana’s partnerships and upcoming events, members are encouraged to reach out to the Chamber’s Communications Office.

Mantrac Ghana, the exclusive distributor of Caterpillar equipment, on Wednesday 29thJuly 2026, launched a transformative strategic financing partnership with five major banks, aimed at unlocking access to capital for businesses in the mining, construction, power generation, and agricultural sectors.

The event, themed “Powering Possibilities Together; Unlocking Growth Through Strategic Financing Partnerships,” brought together representatives from Mantrac Ghana, Caterpillar, and partner banks, including Ecobank, Absa Bank, Access Bank, Fidelity bank, Stanbic bank others, alongside key industry stakeholders, customers, and government agencies.

In his opening remarks, the Managing Director of Mantrac Ghana, Pierre Lambert Hill, emphasized the critical role of accessible financing in driving growth: “One of the greatest challenges remains access to affordable and flexible financing solutions. Today, we are bringing together world-class equipment, product support, and the financial strength of our banking partners to remove that barrier.”

Madam Shae Watson, Director for Solutions Development for Africa, Asia Pacific, and Latin Africa at Caterpillar, highlighted the importance of the initiative: “Cash flow remains one of the biggest challenges for many customers. This partnership is designed to make financing more accessible and help reduce barriers to investment.”

The consortium of banks unveiled tailored financing solutions, including competitive interest rates, flexible repayment terms, and access to facilities of up to $25 million per customer. They emphasized the need to ensure that their customers have the quality Caterpillar equipment to achieve their ambitions.

As part of the launch, Mantrac Ghana unveiled an exclusive promotional package for 50 machines, including motor graders, bulldozers, excavators, and compactors. The package offers 2,000 hours of free filters, extended guarantees of up to 4,000 hours, and a “Parts and Service Commitment 2.0” that guarantees next-day parts availability.

The Ghana Chamber of Construction and the Ghana Chamber of Mines both endorsed the initiative. The Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber of Mines, ING. Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey remarked: “Quality is not cheap, so being innovative and making quality accessible to small, medium, and large companies is a great initiative.”

AmCham Ghana was represented by its External Relations and Project Manager, Jane Okyere-Aduachie, whose attendance underscores the Chamber’s support for private-sector-led infrastructure growth and US-Ghana commercial ties.

The event concluded with a ceremonial presentation of partnership agreements and an awards ceremony where Mantrac Ghana was recognized for its outstanding contributions to the construction machinery sector. The Managing Director reaffirmed Mantrac’s commitment: “We are not simply financing equipment; we are financing growth, opportunity, and the future of Ghana.”

The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, on Monday, 27th July 2026, convened a stakeholder engagement meeting to discuss the Draft Digital Economy and Innovation Development Fund (DEIDF) Bill, featuring representatives from the U.S. Embassy, AmCham Ghana and American Tower Corporation,  playing a prominent role in the deliberations.

 

The meeting, held at the Ministry, brought together key industry players to provide further inputs, comments, and feedback on the current version of the draft bill. The engagement forms part of the Ministry’s broader effort to ensure that Ghana’s evolving digital economy framework remains practical, investment-friendly, and aligned with industry realities.

 

The DEIDF Bill, currently under legislative review, seeks to establish a fund to provide financial and technical support for digital infrastructure, innovation, skills development, entrepreneurship, and inclusive access to digital services. A key feature of the Bill is the transition of the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC) into the new Digital Economy and Innovation Development Fund, a move expected to align the Fund more directly with Ghana’s digital economy goals, including innovation financing and digital inclusion.

 

AmCham Ghana’s participation reflects the Chamber’s intensified engagement on legislative and regulatory reforms affecting the private sector. The Chamber’s ICT, Digital Economy & Innovation Committee has been actively reviewing ongoing developments in Ghana’s ICT policy environment, particularly the suite of draft legislative bills currently under consideration. Industry leaders have consistently emphasized the importance of engaging constructively with policymakers through public consultations, ensuring that regulatory frameworks remain practical and investment-friendly. The Chamber has also highlighted the need for a more unified and structured position on ICT-related draft bills, rather than fragmented individual submissions.

 

As Ghana positions itself as a leader in Africa’s digital economy, the DEIDF Bill represents a significant step toward creating a sustainable and transparent mechanism to mobilise and allocate resources for digital inclusion and innovation. Stakeholders expect that the Bill, once passed, will provide a more predictable environment for investment and innovation across Ghana’s digital economy.