AmCham Ghana Hosts Maiden ICT & Digital Economy Committee Sitting

Accra, Ghana- Wednesday, 3rd December 2026- The American Chamber of Commerce in Ghana (AmCham Ghana), led by CEO Doris Kafui Afanyedey, successfully hosted the maiden sitting of the ICT & Digital Economy Committee at the Chamber Secretariat. The meeting represents a key milestone in deepening collaboration and policy advocacy across Ghana’s fast-growing digital ecosystem.

The session brought together leading industry players and technology partners, including representatives from Google West Africa, IBM Ghana, Microsoft Ghana, Oracle Ghana, American Tower Corporation (ATC), E-Services Africa Ltd. (Esal), Apotica Limited, Multithread ICT Solutions Limited, Devops Africa Limited, NCR Corporation, and Trimble Export Limited. Officials from the U.S. Embassy in Ghana, led by Senior Counselor Rachel Kresil, and supported by Commercial Officer Laurie Kelleher, Jennifer Antwi, an Economic Specialist at the Economic Section and Commercial Specialist Victoria Agbai, also joined the meeting to reinforce the shared U.S.–Ghana commitment to digital advancement.

Discussions centered on reviewing the mandate, vision, and objectives of the ICT & Digital Economy Committee, as well as examining current developments within Ghana’s policy and regulatory environment. Members also set priorities for the sector’s challenges and opportunities, while aligning on the 2026 Workplan, upcoming stakeholder engagements, and key flagship initiatives to drive industry growth.

AmCham Ghana expresses sincere appreciation to Multithread ICT Solutions Limited, proud sponsor of this maiden sitting, for their invaluable support and dedication to promoting digital innovation and transformation in Ghana.

This engagement underscores the Chamber’s ongoing commitment to strengthening the U.S.–Ghana commercial partnership through strategic platforms that enable dialogue, innovation, and sustainable technology-driven development

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Delta Air Lines resumes non-stop flights from Accra to Atlanta

AmCham Ghana joined its Platinum Member, Delta Air Lines, at the Kotoka International Airport for the official launch of the expanded seasonal Accra to Atlanta service.

The expanded service, which complements Delta’s year-round operation from New York JFK, enhances travel flexibility for business and leisure passengers and supports the rising flow of commerce, tourism, and cultural exchange. Remarks from U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Rolf Olson, GACL Managing Director Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare, GCAA Director-General Rev. Stephen Wilfred Arthur, and GTA CEO Marilyn Maame Efua Houadjeto highlighted the diplomatic, operational, and economic significance of the new connection and reaffirmed the shared commitment to strengthening Ghana’s role as a regional aviation hub.

The flight, operated on the Airbus A330-900neo, delivers an improved onboard experience across all cabins, including Delta One Suites, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort, and Delta Main, with seatback entertainment and free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles Members.

The Chamber was represented by CEO Doris Kafui Afanyedey and members of the Secretariat, who participated alongside Delta’s leadership team, headed by Eliona Baddoo, General Manager, Ghana. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the start of the daily flight that will run for six weeks through January 16, introduced in response to strong travel demand between Ghana and the United States during the peak holiday season.

AmCham Ghana congratulates Delta Air Lines on this milestone. It remains committed to supporting initiatives that advance U.S.–Ghana commercial ties and expand opportunities for travelers and businesses on both sides.

Thanksgiving, Partnership, and Purpose: Reflections from AmCham Ghana’s 36th Annual Celebration

Thanksgiving stands as one of America’s oldest and most meaningful traditions, rooted in a story of resilience, generosity, and shared abundance. The first Thanksgiving in 1621 brought together early settlers and the Wampanoag people to celebrate a successful harvest after years of hardship. Over centuries, this simple gathering evolved into a national holiday symbolizing gratitude, community, and the belief that even in challenging seasons, there is always something to give thanks for.

For Americans, Thanksgiving is not merely a holiday; it is a philosophy. It calls communities to pause, reflect, and acknowledge the people, partnerships, and opportunities that make progress possible. It is this same spirit that guides AmCham Ghana’s cherished annual Thanksgiving Dinner, now in its 36th year.

This year’s celebration, our most attended to date, with over 380 members, partners, and leaders, brought that spirit to life. The presence of Hon. Julius Debrah, Chief of Staff to the President of Ghana, as Special Guest of Honour, alongside Rolf Olson, the Chargé d’Affaires and U.S. Embassy leadership, added profound significance to the evening.

Speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, the Chief of Staff reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to strengthening the U.S.–Ghana partnership, based on shared democratic values and mutual respect. He highlighted Ghana’s ongoing macroeconomic recovery, citing positive indicators such as 8% inflation and 6.3% economic growth in Q2 2025. He encouraged U.S. businesses to explore emerging opportunities in technology, energy, manufacturing, and digital transformation as the government continues its efforts toward stability, transparency, and investment-friendly reforms.

The Chargé d’Affaires echoed this message, commending AmCham’s leadership and the Chamber’s role in shaping a dynamic, predictable environment for U.S. companies in Ghana. He reaffirmed the Mission’s commitment to expanding bilateral trade and investment while supporting American businesses operating in Ghana.

What We Should Be Grateful for This Thanksgiving

This Thanksgiving season offers an important moment for reflection, both as Ghanaians and as members of the U.S. business community.

As Ghanaians, we are grateful for:

  • A resilient economy that continues to stabilize and rebound.
  • A strong democratic tradition that enables peaceful transitions and continuity in governance.
  • A vibrant private sector that continues to invest, innovate, and create jobs.
  • Trusted bilateral partnerships, especially with the United States, that support technology transfer, capacity building, and long-term development.

As the U.S. business community in Ghana, we are grateful for:

  • A welcoming investment environment, strengthened by reforms and renewed policy dialogue.
  • Growing commercial opportunities in digital innovation, energy transition, logistics, health, and manufacturing.
  • A dependable local workforce whose skills and resilience fuel the success of U.S. companies operating in Ghana.
  • A strong partnership with the government and the U.S. Mission, which continues to champion transparency, predictability, and collaboration.
  • The AmCham ecosystem, which remains a trusted bridge, offering advocacy, insights, networks, and platforms to help businesses grow.

A Celebration of Community

This year’s Thanksgiving Dinner also recognized outstanding sponsors, partners, and contributors whose support strengthens the Chamber’s mission. The overwhelming participation and positive feedback reaffirm the power of community and the importance of gratitude in building lasting partnerships.

As AmCham Ghana looks toward 2026, we carry forward a shared message: Thanksgiving reminds us that progress is built together. Whether as Ghanaians or as members of the U.S. business community, we have much to appreciate, and even more to look forward to.

This is the heart of the AmCham Business Bridge: connecting communities, strengthening partnerships, and advancing shared prosperity.

AmCham Ghana Explores USTDA Project Preparation and Partnership Tools for Members

AmCham Ghana recently engaged with Jillian Foerster, Regional Manager, Sub-Saharan Africa U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), to explore how its project preparation tools can support our members and Ghana’s infrastructure plans.

USTDA shared how its feasibility study grants, technical assistance, reverse trade missions, and training grants could help move projects from concept to bankability, while also opening doors for U.S. technology and expertise.

Also discussed opportunities in energy, ICT, transport, aviation, mining-related infrastructure, agribusiness, and ports and logistics, as well as challenges around customs and project financing.

AmCham will be working with USTDA to brief our members in more detail and build a pipeline of serious, high-impact projects that can benefit from these tools.

AmCham Ghana Strengthens Strategic Collaboration with U.S. Embassy Leadership

AmCham Ghana held a productive high-level courtesy meeting with Rolf Olson, the U.S. Embassy’s Chargé d’Affaires (CDA), and Rachel Kreissl, Commercial Counselor, as part of the Chamber’s renewed commitment to deepen U.S.–Ghana commercial ties and strengthen institutional partnerships.

Led by the Kimathi Kuenyehia AmCham Board President and attended by the CEO Doris K. Afanyedey, the meeting focused on aligning strategic priorities, enhancing collaboration mechanisms, and addressing emerging issues affecting the U.S. business community in Ghana.

Reinforcing Partnership and Shared Priorities

The Board President expressed appreciation for the Embassy’s long-standing accessibility and support to the Chamber and its members. The meeting reaffirmed that both institutions share a strong commitment to advancing U.S. business interests, championing investment, and strengthening bilateral economic cooperation.

The CDA commended AmCham’s proactive posture and welcomed deeper coordination, particularly around advocacy efforts, investor confidence, and sector disruptions that require joint engagement.

Introducing New Leadership & AmCham’s Strategic Direction

AmCham formally introduced Doris K. Afanyedey as the Chamber’s new CEO, highlighting her mandate to drive institutional renewal under the AmCham 2.0 vision.

The discussion outlined the Chamber’s refreshed strategic direction, which includes:

  • Strengthening policy advocacy
  • Expanding member value through sector dialogues
  • Enhancing visibility for U.S. companies
  • Deepening Embassy – AmCham alignment across priority sectors

The CDA expressed strong support and emphasized the Embassy’s readiness to collaborate more closely with the new leadership team.

AmCham Hosts High-Level CEO Breakfast Summit to Shape 2026 Advocacy Priorities

AmCham Ghana convened the nation’s top business leaders on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, for the annual CEO Breakfast Summit, held at the Chief of Mission Residence and hosted in partnership with the U.S. Embassy. The closed-door, invitation-only gathering brought together over 50 CEOs, Country Managers, and senior executives from leading U.S. and Ghanaian companies to deliberate on the most pressing cross-cutting challenges affecting investment, competitiveness, and business operations in Ghana.

Moderated by Mr. Joe Mensah, AmCham Board Director, the Summit served as a strategic platform for candid dialogue, peer learning, and consensus-building. Opening remarks from the U.S. Chargé d’Affaires and the AmCham Board CEO set a collaborative tone, reaffirming the shared commitment to strengthening the U.S.–Ghana commercial partnership and developing a clear and actionable advocacy roadmap for 2026.

Outcome: Prioritizing the 2026 Advocacy Agenda

During a live prioritization session, CEOs collectively ranked the most pressing issues that AmCham should champion in 2026. The outcome will form the foundation of the 2026 Member Pain-Point & Advocacy Agenda, with AmCham committing to develop detailed position papers and follow-up strategies with relevant ministries and agencies.

The Chamber also reaffirmed its intention to deepen collaboration with the U.S. Embassy’s Economic and Commercial Sections as strategic partners in addressing systemic barriers to trade and investment.

Next Steps

  • A concise post-summit report will be circulated to all participants.
  • CEO participants will be invited to join upcoming sector committees and the revamped Advocacy Committee to drive sustained engagement and impact.

The Summit forms part of the broader AmCham 2.0 Executive Leadership Series, which seeks to strengthen the Chamber’s role as the leading voice of U.S. business in Ghana while fostering a predictable, transparent, and investment-friendly environment.

 

AmCham Ghana Celebrates Official Opening of Newmont’s Ahafo North Mine

The American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) Ghana celebrates the historic official inauguration of Newmont Corporation’s Ahafo North Mine on Thursday, October 30th, a major milestone for the country’s economy and mining sector. Representing AmCham Ghana at the ceremony was Jane Okyere-Aduachie, Manager for Membership, External Relations, and Special Projects. The event featured distinguished guests, including Vice President H.E. Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II (Asantehene), Newmont CEO Tom Palmer, and Newmont President and COO Natascha Viljoen, hosted by the new Country Manager of Newmont Ghana, Danquah Addo Yobo.

This project, which represents a substantial US$900 million to US$1 billion investment, Newmont’s second active mine in Ghana, sends an unambiguous message to the global investment community that Ghana is a stable, premier destination for large-scale, long-term business. The Ahafo North operation is expected to produce between 275,000 and 325,000 ounces of gold annually over its lifetime.

Beyond the production numbers, the mine has already created massive social value: its development provided approximately 4,500 jobs during construction, and the operational mine now employs roughly 560 people full-time plus an additional 1,000 contractors. CEO Tom Palmer underscored this impact, stating the new operation demonstrates their commitment to “operational excellence while creating enduring value” for all stakeholders, underscoring that for Newmont, this project is fundamentally about creating opportunity and supporting sustainable growth.

 

 

AmCham Ghana Meets Acadia Industries Limited (Tampico) on Local Manufacturing & Trade Expansion

Recently, the American Chamber of Commerce in Ghana held a high-level engagement with the leadership of Acadia Industries Limited (Tampico)  as part of our ongoing Listening Tour Series, to strategically discuss support for the FMCG sector members of the Chamber.

 

The discussion centered on key figures from Interbrands: Group CEO, Mr. Fouad Moufarrej, and Lead Consultant, Aps. Dr. Ampofo-Dollar. The core agenda focused on expanding the U.S.–Ghana commercial relationship through the import of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), local manufacturing capabilities, and innovation in consumer products.

 

Discussions focused on Interbrands’ strategic plans, which includes a major commitment to deepen their U.S. partnerships and transition into local production by 2026. This initiative is underpinned by a significant investment: a new $35–50 million facility under development in Apollonia City, slated for completion by 2027. This move is particularly impactful given that Interbrands, a key importer and distributor of popular American brands such as Tampico, Ensure, Welch’s, and Macari, currently imports a substantial 70–80% of its product portfolio from the U.S.

 

AmCham Ghana is committed to spotlighting Interbrands’ remarkable progress across its initiatives and communications platforms, engaging them in forthcoming discussions, including involving them meaningfully in key upcoming events such as the CEO Roundtable and ADM showcases. We applaud Interbrands Ghana for its instrumental contribution to advancing U.S.–Ghana business partnerships and look forward to deepening our collaboration.

AmCham Ghana Engages United Airlines Leadership in Strategic Talks

Yesterday, AmCham Ghana hosted a familiarization roundtable at its offices, bringing together the Chamber’s new CEO, Ms. Doris Afanyedey, and senior leaders from United Airlines and Brussels Airlines to explore areas of collaboration and partnership.

The meeting brought together Oluwatomi Bola-Sadipe, United Airlines’ Country Manager for Nigeria, Ghana & South Africa, Matilda Hammond, Sales Account Manager, and Ilse Adriaen, Country Manager representing Brussels Airlines.

Discussions focused on strengthening collaboration and exploring areas of mutual interest, including active participation in AmCham Ghana’s programs and strategic initiatives for 2026. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening partnership through regular engagement, shared initiatives, and sustained support for AmCham’s mission to foster U.S.–Ghana business relations.

United Airlines has deepened its strategic footprint in Ghana through a measurable capacity enhancement. Effective with the 2024–2025 winter schedule, the carrier upscaled its Accra–Washington Dulles service from three weekly rotations to a daily frequency, marking a 67 percent year-on-year uplift in seat capacity and reaffirming its commitment to the trans-Atlantic corridor. The route is operated by the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, featuring a 243-seat, four-cabin configuration, comprising 28 Polaris Business, 21 Premium Plus, 36 Economy Plus, and 158 Standard Economy seats, positioning United to deliver enhanced connectivity, premium service segmentation, and operational efficiency within the West African aviation market

AmCham CEO’s listening tour to Johnson & Johnson Ghana.

As part of our Listening Tour Series, AmCham Ghana held a strategic dialogue with our member, Johnson & Johnson-Ghana (J&J) last week. The discussion hosted by Mr. Emmanuel Antwi, Country Manager- Ghana, focused on deepening collaboration to strengthen Ghana’s healthcare system, with particular emphasis on prostate cancer and mental health, especially schizophrenia.

Through partnerships with the Ghana Armed Forces, the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) Cancer Foundation, the University of Ghana, and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, J&J continues to promote awareness, early detection of prostate cancer, and mental well-being initiatives across Ghana.

 

Additionally, AmCham indicated commitment to fostering stronger engagement between American companies and key government agencies through a US–Ghana Commercial Dialogue, aimed at enhancing healthcare system strengthening and access to innovation. This initiative aligns with AmCham’s broader mission of building partnerships that drive sustainable health impacts and support Ghana’s social and economic development.’