Nat’l Tymes News Desk
THE GOVERNMENT of Ghana has called on members of the Ghanaian diaspora and international investors to move beyond remittances and partner with the country through structured investments that create jobs and transform the economy.
This call was made by H.E. Mrs. Sabah Zita Benson at the Ghana Business Breakfast Meeting organized by the Ghana High Commission to the United Kingdom and Ireland in London.
She described the Ghanaian diaspora as a vital part of the nation’s development, noting that while remittances contribute billions of dollars each year, greater impact can be achieved by channeling funds into productive sectors.
Mrs. Benson outlined key investment opportunities in agribusiness, renewable energy, digital infrastructure, fintech, education, health, and transport infrastructure such as roads and railways. She encouraged diaspora-led venture funds, partnerships with UK-based investors, and digital platforms that connect Ghanaian small and medium-sized enterprises with global markets.
Her address also highlighted Ghana’s investor-friendly environment, which includes tax holidays for qualifying sectors, exemptions on import duties and VAT for machinery, and capital allowance regimes to support early-stage investments.
Mrs. Benson reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to private-sector-led growth, export competitiveness, and value creation, supported by strong financial systems and transparent institutions. She urged investors to see Ghana not only as their homeland but also as a land of opportunity.
“The time for action is now,” she said, calling for stronger collaboration between government, the private sector and the diaspora to make Ghana a hub for African investment and innovation.
Source: Nationaltymes.com
