U.S.-Ghana Executive Business Roundtable with H.E. President John Dramani Mahama.

The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana (AmCham Ghana), and the U.S. Chamber was honored to participate in a high-level roundtable today with H.E. President John Dramani Mahama. The meeting, facilitated by the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) and its CEO, Simon Madjie, offered members a valuable opportunity to hear directly from the President about his government’s policy priorities and vision for advancing Ghana’s economic growth.

President Mahama emphasized his administration’s commitment to creating a business-friendly environment and attracting new investments. He reaffirmed that the minimum capital requirement for foreign investors will be eliminated across all sectors, except those specifically reserved for Ghanaians, a long-anticipated reform that will significantly ease market entry and encourage greater U.S. business participation.

In a further boost to the investment climate, the President announced that registration with the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) will soon be completed within 24 hours, cutting red tape and accelerating the establishment process for new businesses. He also confirmed that, beginning next year, Ghana will introduce e-visas, making travel and business access to the country faster and more efficient.

These reforms underscore the government’s determination to make Ghana one of the most attractive destinations for trade and investment in the region. For AmCham members, they present new opportunities to expand operations, deepen partnerships, and contribute to Ghana’s economic transformation.

Participants included the President of the AmCham Board Kimathi Kuenhyia and CEO of AmCham Doris Kafui Afanyedey.

Ghana is indeed open for business!

AmCham Ghana Joins Stakeholder Consultation on New Investment Promotion Bill

Last Friday, on the sidelines of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre’s (GIPC) stakeholder consultation, our CEO, Doris Kafui Afanyedey, and Communications Officer, Albert Ludwig, joined the discussions alongside private sector representatives, including Adjoba Kyiamah, Executive Director of the UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC).

The session brought together both public and private sector voices to review the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA) Bill, 2025, set to replace the GIPC Act, 2013 (Act 865). Once passed, the Bill will establish GIPA as the lead government agency for promoting, facilitating, and regulating investments into and within Ghana.

 

Mr. Simon Madjie, CEO of GIPC, emphasized that stakeholder contributions are key to shaping the Bill, noting that the process is designed to build consensus and create a legal framework that responds to the realities of Ghana’s investment climate. He also highlighted that the Bill addresses persistent issues such as fronting and regulatory inconsistencies.

From the legal perspective, Ms. Naa Lamle Orleans-Lindsay, Director of GIPC’s Legal Division, explained why the law needs updating after more than three decades. She pointed to reforms such as expanding the Authority’s mandate, revising its governance framework, and reviewing minimum foreign capital requirements, measures aimed at strengthening investor protection and driving sustainable growth.

 

The consultation ended with an interactive Q&A session, where both public and private sector participants, including AmCham Ghana and UKGCC, shared perspectives, raised concerns, and contributed meaningfully to shaping Ghana’s investment future.

AmCham Ghana Joins Launch of Landmark Project to Map Investment Opportunities Across All 261 Districts

The Chamber’s Acting Executive Secretary, Jane Okyere-Aduachie, joined Mr. Simon Madjie, CEO of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), at the official launch of the Investment Opportunity Mapping Project (IOMP), a pivotal step in Ghana’s investment drive. The event featured a keynote address by Hon. Julius Debrah, Chief of Staff, and remarks from Guest Speaker Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, Minister for Trade, Agribusiness & Industry, who emphasized the government’s commitment to fostering inclusive economic growth through strategic investment.

The IOMP is a joint initiative between GIPC, the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), and the Ministry of trade agribusiness and Industry, and Industry (MoTAI). It seeks to systematically identify, assess, and document viable investment opportunities across all 261 districts in Ghana. The ultimate goal is to promote balanced economic growth nationwide.

The initiative encompasses several key interventions:

▪️ Investment Opportunities Mapping: A nationwide exercise to identify and profile investment-ready prospects across Ghana’s districts.

▪️Regional Investment Roadshows: High-level forums designed to spotlight regional opportunities and encourage a more equitable distribution of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).

▪️Tailored Investment Presentations: Focused sessions for Regional Ministers, MMDCEs, and traditional authorities to support local advocacy and promote viable Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) beyond Accra.

▪️Regional Expansion of GIPC Offices: A decentralization strategy aimed at improving accessibility, strengthening service delivery, and enabling real-time engagement with regional stakeholders.

The Chamber is proud to support this forward-looking initiative and remains committed to advancing investment and economic inclusion across Ghana.

AmCham Ghana and U.S. Delegation Strengthen Investment Ties with GIPC to Unlock Ghana-U.S. Economic Opportunities

In a move to fortify economic partnerships, the American Chamber of Commerce Ghana, in collaboration with a U.S.-Africa Business Center delegation headed by Madam Kendra Gaither, recently engaged with the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC). This pivotal meeting sought to deepen economic ties between Ghana and the U.S. and uncover significant investment opportunities, aligning with GIPC’s strategic vision for enhanced collaboration.

Conversations primarily addressed joint ventures, capacity building initiatives, and policy advocacy to stimulate greater investment. Ms. Gaither stressed the mutual benefits of a stronger trade and investment relationship, particularly noting the potential for U.S. businesses in Ghana’s technology, agriculture, and infrastructure sectors.

Mr. Simon Madjie, CEO of the GIPC, reciprocated by detailing the Centre’s commitment to creating an attractive investment environment and championing growth in key areas such as agribusiness, tourism, manufacturing, and energy.

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