Avis Ghana Sponsors 2023 U.S. – Ghana Business Expo

The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana, the U.S. Embassy in Ghana, and the U.S. Commercial Service are pleased to announce Avis Ghana as a #SilverSponsor of the 2023 U.S. Ghana Business Expo.

Scheduled for August 10th – 11th, 2023, at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, under the theme; Leveraging U.S. – Ghana Trade Relation for Growth and Prosperity, the U.S. – Ghana Business Expo will also feature high-level B2B Meetings, Panel Discussions on pertinent issues, and Keynote Addresses from high-level Ghanaian Government Officials, the U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, the Delegation from the U.S. Department of Commerce, as well as Corporate Executives and Heads of State Institutions.

The two-day event will bring together players from several industries including, Oil & Gas, Food and Beverages, Tax, Audit and Legal Advisory, Housing, Aviation, Manufacturing, IT, Financial Payment Solutions, and Construction.

 

 

 

Avis Rent A Car, Ghana (Avis Ghana) has been a licensee of Avis Europe since 2000. Avis Ghana offers a wide range of transportation services from our head office located in Labone. Our services range from vehicle rental/leasing, corporate transportation, airport transfers, shuttle services, and travel services. We operate a fleet of over 50 vehicles which include sedans, 4x4s, minibusses, luxury vehicles, and coaches. Our transportation services cover all of Ghana and eight (8) West African Countries.

Over the years, Avis Ghana has been the preferred provider of transportation services for most foreign missions, multi-national corporations, and local Institutions. We have provided transportation for three (3) U.S. Presidential visits (including President Obama), the Queen of England, and the Heads of State of Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Brazil, and India. Avis Ghana has 40% of the vehicle rental and leasing market share in Corporate Ghana.

Avis Ghana consistently demonstrates a commitment to excellent customer service and believes your organization will benefit from a partnership with us. Our commitment is evidenced by the numerous awards the company has received over the years and the company’s prestigious list of loyal clients. The company has the broadest destination knowledge in our local transportation industry. With Avis Ghana, you can expect seamless service every time. Learn More…

 

For sponsorship and further inquiries, click here.

Leveraging Afreximbank Programs To Expand U.S. Trade And Investment With Africa

The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana, Prosper Africa, and the Corporate Council on Africa on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, hosted an event on Leveraging Afreximbank Programs to Expand U.S. Trade and Investment with Africa on the sidelines of the Afreximbank Annual General Meeting in Accra.

This session highlighted opportunities for American firms to get more involved in investment and trade with Africa’s premier trade finance institution. It featured Senior Afreximbank officials who shared insight into the Bank’s policies to support priority projects in transportation, manufacturing, health care, and agribusiness.

The Afreximbank was established as the trade finance bank for Africa to support the industrialization of member countries. The Bank provides guarantees, trade information, and advisory and offers support to companies in adopting appropriate industrial policies to optimize operations as they believe industrialization does not involve just creating a project or building the structure. “It also involves having the right policies to attract and enable that investment to grow and enable us to trade amongst ourselves. So we also provide policy solutions, and then we provide credit facilities financing, and we also provide training and market access,” a bank official added.

The Bank also prioritizes the African diaspora and is willing to assist and fund them to establish and do business in critical sectors to spur growth on the continent. Afreximbank provides support in debt financing and product support for crucial investments.

The event provided an opportunity for senior government and corporate officials to discuss the most vital programs affecting economic and commercial development on the continent.

 

Call For Sponsorship and Exhibitors | 2023 U.S. – Ghana Business Expo

The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana, the U.S. Embassy in Ghana, and the U.S. Commercial Service will be pleased to have you on board as a partner and a sponsor of the 2023 U.S. Ghana Business Expo.Scheduled for August 10th – 11th, 2023, at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, under the theme; Leveraging U.S. – Ghana Trade Relation for Growth and Prosperity, the U.S. – Ghana Business Expo will also feature high-level B2B Meetings, Panel Discussions on pertinent issues, and Keynote Addresses from high-level Ghanaian Government Officials, the U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, the Delegation from the U.S. Department of Commerce, as well as Corporate Executives and Heads of State Institutions.The two-day event will bring together players from several industries including, Oil & Gas, Food and Beverages, Tax, Audit and Legal Advisory, Housing, Aviation, Manufacturing, IT, Financial Payment Solutions, and Construction.For sponsorship and further inquiries, kindly contact Jane Okyere-Aduachie at  0244311301/ externalrelations@amchamghana.org.

2023 U.S. – Ghana Business Expo Scheduled For August 10th – 11th

The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana, in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy in Ghana and the U.S. Commercial Service, is scheduled to host the maiden U.S. – Ghana Business Expo at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra from Thursday, August 10 to Friday, August 11, 2023.

To be held under the theme; Leveraging U.S. – Ghana Trade Relation for Growth and Prosperity, the two days will bring together players from several industries including, Oil & Gas, Food and Beverages, Tax, Audit and Legal Advisory, Housing, IT, Financial Payment Solutions, manufacturing, and Construction.

 

For Sponsorship And Further Inquiries:

Contact Jane at 0244311301/ externalrelations@amchamghana.org

AmCham Ghana Attends The 2023 Realtors Legislative Meetings In DC

The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana, on May 6 to 11, 2023, joined our member, the Ghana Real Estate Professionals Association, to attend the 2023 Realtors Legislative Meetings in Washington D.C.

This annual event hosts over 100 exhibitors and several activities to advance the real estate industry and influence public policy. This event also attracts Federal Political Coordinators (FPCs) and other politically active members who communicate with congressional representatives on Capitol Hill.

Through the efforts of the Chamber and our member company GREPA, Ghana’s Minister of State at the Presidency, Hon. Dr. Freda Prempeh, shared the country’s perspective in advising the interest of realtors to address prevailing housing challenges during theGlobal Business & Alliances Committee meeting.

During her remarks, the minister noted that Ghana stands ready to engage potential investors to take advantage of the country’s ever-increasing opportunities in the promising real estate industry. “Under the broad vision of the President’s Private Public Partnership initiative on Affordable Housing Delivery in Ghana, we have engaged and brought together major stakeholders in the construction industry that are interested in improving housing opportunities for residents of Ghana and, by extension, the West African Sub-region,” she added.

The Chamber also joined the International Real Estate Federation USA, for their Installation Dinner on the sidelines of the 2023 REALTORS® Legislative Meeting.

AmCham x CanCham Cocktail Reception

The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana, in collaboration with the Canada Ghana Chamber of Commerce, on  Thursday, April 20, 2023, hosted a cocktail reception for members of both Chambers at the AmCham Ghana Secretariat in Accra.

The event, supported by AmCham Ghana Platinum Member United Airlines, was to afford members an opportunity to interact, establish valuable connections, exchange ideas, and explore potential business partnerships.

The Chamber also presented Membership Certificates to companies that recently joined our association of progressive businesses. These companies include  Agility, Flutterwave, ePac Flexible Packaging, Carloking Services, Entravision, FEROCITER, Ghana Real Estate Professionals Association -GREPA, Gyandoh Asmah and Co, SEWIA MINING LIMITED, Sustineri Attorneys PRUC – Corporate Lawyers & Consultants, TEMPLARS, Vitamilk Ghana, and Yellow Card App.

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AmCham Ghana And U.S. Embassy Engage Stakeholders On AI Opportunities For Innovation

The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana, and the U.S. Embassy in Ghana on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, jointly hosted the AI Forum on “Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Innovation” at the Google AI Research Center in Accra.

The event focused on developments in industry, research, and policy related to artificial intelligence.

More than 40 local and international ICT companies, including AmCham Ghana member companies, startups, incubators, academic experts, industry representatives from agriculture, food processing, and manufacturing, as well as graduate students in computer science, NGOs, and civil society representatives, attended the event.

Officials from the Office of the President of Ghana and the National Data Commission were also in attendance.

“U.S. companies and organizations, like those represented here today, are at the forefront of this technology. The responsible use of these technologies has the potential to transform our economy and drive Ghana’s digital transformation,” said U.S. Ambassador Palmer.

The Ambassador highlighted AI tools being deployed around the world to enhance capacities and improve efficiencies in nearly all industry and social sectors, from health to transportation to agriculture and food security.

The United States Government is working to build partnerships connected by shared values and a shared commitment to the responsible use of AI.

Dr. Jason Hickey, Head of Google’s AI Research Center, highlighted Google’s research activities, many of which involve local researchers who are developing AI solutions for use within Ghana and the wider African continent.

Ludwika Alvarez, Digital Team Leader for AI at the U.S. Department of Commerce, provided an overview of fast-moving investment and expansion efforts in the AI industry in the United States.

Fatima Tajambang of the U.S. company Nvidia explained how the company is providing Ghanaian ICT communities with mentoring and computing resources so that aspiring local developers can build and scale their AI expertise, nurture emerging technologies and drive innovation.

Dr. Daphne Stavroula Zois from the University of Albany (New York) detailed her research on AI applications for use in Ghana’s agricultural sector.

Darlington Akogo from KaroAgroAI, which is partially funded by several American foundations, spoke about his active work using AI to diagnose plant diseases and provide solutions for Ghana’s farmers.

Dr. Peter Maher from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri, highlighted how U.S. education is responding to the AI sector’s fast growth, including developing specialized curricula to train the researchers and workers who will work with the technology in a wide range of disciplines.

For more information on the United States National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, see www.ai.gov.

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Statement By The American Chamber Of Commerce On The Visit Of Vice President Kamala Harris

The Republic of Ghana and the United States of America continue to maintain their long-standing close relations anchored on their mutual commitment to freedom and democratic values. Ghana has in the past hosted several American dignitaries, including Former President Bill Clinton, Former President George W. Bush, Former President Barack Obama, Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Former First Lady Melania Trump, and other Senior Members of past and present U.S. Administrations.

The visit of the Vice President of the United States of America, Kamala D. Harris, is of unique significance because she is the first female vice president of the United States and the first woman of Indian and African heritage to hold that office. Her visit to Ghana and other parts of Africa is an inspiration for the next generation, especially for women leaders working on the continent.

Ghana and the United States have a long history of promoting democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. As the country’s largest bilateral development partner, the United States has always maintained a keen interest in the economic development of Ghana. Bilateral trade between Ghana and the United States is reported to be $1.6 billion as of 2021. Ghana continues to enjoy substantial foreign direct investment from the United States as U.S. FDI into Ghana is estimated to be over 22 billion dollars over the last decade. These companies, through their operations in the country, make significant contributions to the country’s socioeconomic development. Apart from being large tax-paying entities, they continue to employ and develop the skills of thousands of Ghanaians. Also, through various initiatives and Corporate Social Responsibility activities, they have invested millions of dollars in improving the livelihood of host communities and other parts of the country. These companies played pivotal roles in Ghana’s fight against the deadly COVID-19 virus and continue to invest in people and institutions to mitigate the impact of the virus and support the country’s recovery process.

The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana, is of the firm opinion that the visit of Vice President Kamala D. Harris presents an immense opportunity for both countries to further strengthen their relations, especially in the areas of trade and investment. Ghana should take advantage of this golden opportunity and the moment when the focus of the U.S. would be on our country to drive home the need for more U.S. foreign direct investment, increase diaspora engagement, and strengthen cooperation in the creative, educational, health, security, and cultural sectors.

The government of Ghana must continuously institute the needed reforms that will allow the private sector to lead the economic recovery and position Ghana as the preferred destination for investors. These reforms are critical to reassure investors of the country’s commitment to a private sector-led economy and the growth of free enterprise. Government must also properly align its engagement with the four key pillars of the U.S. strategy towards Sub-Saharan Africa. Namely; to foster open societies; deliver democratic and security dividends; advance pandemic recovery and economic recovery; and support conservation, climate adaptation, and a just energy transition.

On behalf of all U.S. companies, subsidiaries, franchisees, and businesses in Ghana, we say Akwaaba (Welcome) to Vice President Kamala Harris and her entourage to the country, and we look forward to a productive and fruitful engagement with the Government of Ghana.

 

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Simon Madjie

Executive Secretary

American Chamber of Commerce in Ghana

 

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Video: 2023 Ghana Economic Outlook | Expect Increase In Production Cost – Abeku Gyan-Quansah

One of the speakers at our recent forum on Ghana’s 2023 Economic Outlook, Abeku Gyan-Quansah, noted that companies should expect an increase in the cost of production in some aspects of their operations.

He cited the Income Tax Amendment Bill, increase in deemed benefits value, and increase in import tariffs as some of the drivers of the expected increase in the cost of production.

AmCham Ghana x CCIFG Networking Cocktail

On Thursday, March 9,  the American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana, and the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Ghana hosted their first collaborative networking cocktail at the Alisa Hotel in Accra.

This event was to provide a broader audience for all participating members to forge positive connections with other business professionals and potential clients from the two Chambers.

Members were invited to network and discuss ideas after brief remarks from AmCham Ghana Executive Secretary  Simon Madjie and Armelle Sae-Jeanne, Managing Director of the French Chamber of Commerce in Ghana.

Till the evening’s end, guests savored the delicious finger foods from Alisa Hotel. The Chamber expresses its gratitude to all who participated, and we hope to host you again for our upcoming events.

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