Ghana seeks US investment in local manufacturing, agriculture and technology
Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Victor Emmanuel Smith, has called on American investors to explore opportunities in local manufacturing and processing of the country’s raw materials, as part of efforts to create jobs and strengthen economic ties between the two countries.
Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Victor Emmanuel Smith, has urged American investors to look into opportunities in local manufacturing, processing of raw materials, agriculture, and technology to create jobs and strengthen economic ties. During a meeting with Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell, Ambassador Smith highlighted the country’s stable democracy, rule of law, and highly educated English-speaking workforce, which provide businesses with access to an African market of over 1.4 billion people.
Ghana aims to attract investment in value-added manufacturing, agriculture, and other strategic sectors, particularly in processing cocoa, shea butter, and coffee. By creating well-paying jobs and addressing the exodus of young Ghanaians seeking better opportunities abroad, the Ambassador argued that attracting investment into local production would be mutually beneficial.
The Ghanaian ambassador also identified agriculture, mining, healthcare, infrastructure, and digital technologies as sectors with significant investment potential, supported by targeted government incentives. Nashville Mayor O’Connell welcomed the Ghanaian delegation and expressed interest in pursuing trade discussions with the country, focusing on healthcare and technology.
Dr. Addae, a prominent member of the Ghanaian diaspora in Nashville, highlighted the integration of Ghanaians in the community and their interest in investing in Ghana, beyond remittances.
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