Mahama Courts Diaspora Investment at Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026

President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians living abroad to take advantage of emerging investment opportunities in the country, describing the diaspora as a vital partner in Ghana’s economic transformation agenda.

Speaking during an engagement with members of the Ghanaian community in the United Kingdom and Ireland on the sidelines of the Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026 in London, President Mahama reaffirmed that Ghana is open for business and ready to welcome investors.

He noted that under his administration’s Reset Agenda, Ghana recorded a historic achievement in 2025, with non-traditional exports reaching a record US$5 billion.

He added that the country’s manufacturing sector continues to expand, creating new opportunities for investment and economic growth.

According to him, the positive performance of the export and manufacturing sectors demonstrates Ghana’s resilience and readiness to attract both local and foreign investment.

He further emphasised the important role of the Ghanaian diaspora in national development, describing them as Ghana’s “17th region” and key stakeholders in the country’s progress.

President Mahama therefore encouraged Ghanaians in the UK, Ireland, and across the world to contribute to the nation’s growth by investing in businesses and supporting development initiatives at home.

“The door is open—come invest, come build, come home,” the President urged.

The engagement formed part of activities associated with the Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026, where President Mahama was accompanied by the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, and other government officials seeking to deepen economic partnerships and attract investment to Ghana.

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