Ghana’s economic managers have stepped up efforts to attract foreign investment, presenting a strong message of economic stability and reform to global investors in London.
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson and Bank of Ghana Governor Dr Johnson Asiama led the engagement during a breakfast meeting organised by Ghana International Bank (GHIB) and the Ghana High Commission to the United Kingdom and Ireland.
The event took place on the sidelines of the UK-Ghana Investment Summit.
Addressing investors, Dr. Forson outlined measures the government has taken to restore economic stability.
He pointed to ongoing debt restructuring efforts, tighter fiscal discipline and improvements in public financial management.
“Ghana is undertaking critical reforms to stabilise the economy, rebuild confidence, and position the country for sustainable growth,” he said.
The Finance Minister said the government’s reform agenda aims to deliver long-term economic transformation and sustainable development.
Dr. Asiama, who also serves as Board Chairman of GHIB, highlighted steps taken by the Bank of Ghana to strengthen the financial sector.
He said the central bank continues to focus on improving transparency, maintaining stability and building resilience within the banking industry.
Together, the Finance Minister and the Governor presented a coordinated policy approach aimed at creating a predictable environment for investment and business growth.
The two officials identified agriculture, energy, infrastructure and digital innovation as sectors with strong investment potential.
They encouraged international investors to explore opportunities in these areas as Ghana pursues economic growth.
Dr. Forson also stressed the importance of institutions that support trade and cross-border finance.
“Ghana continues to maintain institutions such as GHIB as strategic assets within its financial ecosystem,” he said.
“These institutions play a vital role in connecting African economies, including Ghana, to global markets.”
Participants also discussed Africa’s trade finance challenges and the need for stronger public-private partnerships.
The discussions focused on expanding access to trade financing and rebuilding correspondent banking relationships across the continent.
Using the platform to make a direct appeal to investors, Dr Forson said Ghana was ready for new business opportunities.
“Ghana is reforming. Ghana is stabilising. Ghana is transforming—and Ghana is ready. Ready for investment. Ready for partnership. Ready for opportunity,” he stated.
The meeting attracted leading investors, bankers and policymakers from the City of London and beyond.
Representatives attended from Standard Chartered Bank, ICBC Standard Bank, Rand Merchant Bank, British International Investment, ABSA Group and the Bank of Ghana.
Senior officials from the United Kingdom’s Department for Business and Trade also participated.
The engagement formed part of Ghana’s broader efforts to strengthen investor confidence, attract capital and position the country as a leading investment destination in Africa.
