The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) is set to drive economic transformation and empower local communities through its upcoming Regional Investment Roadshows, designed to attract private capital to high-impact projects across the country.
Anchored in the Centre’s Investment Opportunity Mapping Project (IOMP), the initiative seeks to spotlight investment-ready projects in Ghana’s 261 districts, with a strategic focus on regional diversification and economic development.
Under the theme “Driving Local Investment – Unlocking Regional Potential,” the first leg of the roadshows will take place in the Volta and Oti Regions from October 27 to 30, 2025. Events will be held at the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) in Ho, and the Bosatsu Hotel in Dambai, respectively.
According to a statement issued by the Centre, the roadshows will showcase opportunities in manufacturing, agribusiness, tourism, and renewable energy, sectors expected to yield strong economic returns and create sustainable jobs for local communities.
Through curated business-to-business (B2B) engagements, company visits, project evaluations, and presentations on the government’s 24-Hour Economy initiative, the event aims to connect local entrepreneurs with prospective investors.
The goal, GIPC noted, is to foster partnerships that strengthen value chains, promote innovation, and build resilient regional economies.
Engagement with MPs
Ahead of the roadshows, a GIPC delegation led by the Board Chairman, Dr. Akwasi Opong-Fosu met with members of the Volta Regional Caucus and the Oti Regional Caucus in Parliament to discuss the initiative’s objectives and seek legislative support for regional investment promotion.
The MPs from both regions commended GIPC for the initiative and pledged their commitment to ensuring the success of the programme and its broader economic goals.
Key Activities
The Chief of Staff, Mr. Julius Debrah, will deliver the keynote address on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, reaffirming the government’s commitment to inclusive growth and regional empowerment.
The Chief Executive Officer of GIPC, Mr. Simon Madjie, will also outline viable investment opportunities in both regions, aligned with President Mahama’s 24-Hour Economy policy, which promotes industrial transformation and economic resilience through public-private collaboration.
“By linking regional projects to national economic goals, the roadshows will contribute to increased GDP, improved infrastructure, and enhanced livelihoods,” Mr. Madjie said.
He added that the Regional Investment Roadshows will serve as a precursor to the Ghana International Investment Summit (GIIS) scheduled for 2026, further positioning Ghana as a premier destination for global investment.
