The opening day of the Ghana–UK Investment Summit 2026 delivered a major boost to Ghana’s economic transformation drive on Tuesday, as the two nations signed a landmark UK-Ghana Growth Partnership.
The agreement, which runs from 2026 to 2028, was signed on behalf of Ghana by H.E. Sabah Zita Benson, Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and Ireland. British High Commissioner to Ghana, H.E. Christian Rogg, signed for the UK government. The ceremony was witnessed by Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama and UK Deputy Prime Minister Rt. Hon. David Lammy.
Worth up to £215 million, the partnership establishes a framework for enhanced cooperation in trade, investment, infrastructure, skills development, technology, climate resilience, and sustainable job creation.
Key projects under the deal include the Takoradi Floating Dock Project, climate-resilient infrastructure, reforestation programmes, artificial intelligence innovation, healthcare capacity building, and expanded educational opportunities for Ghanaian youth.
Addressing investors and business leaders at the summit, President Mahama outlined Ghana’s economic recovery story and long-term growth vision, crediting prudent economic management and targeted reforms for recent progress.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to building a productive, export-driven, industrialised economy through flagship initiatives such as the 24-Hour Economy Policy, the Feed Ghana Programme, the Big Push infrastructure initiative, and the implementation of a National Artificial Intelligence Strategy.
Mahama also highlighted strategic investments in energy and connectivity, including a $2 billion upstream gas agreement with Tullow and its partners, as well as plans for a new national airline to strengthen trade, tourism, and exports.
“Our greatest competitive advantage is our people,” Mahama said, expressing confidence that Ghana’s youthful population, entrepreneurial spirit, and democratic stability would serve as key drivers of sustainable growth and shared prosperity.
