Opening day of the Ghana–UK Investment Summit 2026 in London delivered a major boost to Ghana’s economic transformation drive with the signing of a historic UK-Ghana Growth Partnership.
The agreement was signed on behalf of the Government of Ghana by Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and Ireland, H.E. Sabah Zita Benson, while British High Commissioner to Ghana,H.E. Christian Rogg signed on behalf of the UK Government. The signing ceremony was witnessed by President John Dramani Mahama and UK Deputy Prime Minister Rt. Hon. David Lammy.
President Mahama at Ghana UK Summit in London.The Growth Partnership provides a framework for enhanced cooperation between Ghana and the United Kingdom from 2026 to 2028, focusing on trade, investment, infrastructure, skills development, technology, climate resilience, and sustainable job creation.
With investments worth up to £215 million, the partnership is expected to support transformational projects, including 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 presented Ghana’s economic recovery story and vision for long-term growth, emphasizing the progress made through prudent economic management and targeted reforms.
President Mahama reiterated his administration’s commitment to building a productive, export-driven, and 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.
He also underscored strategic investments in energy and connectivity, including a $2 billion upstream gas agreement with Tullow and its partners, alongside plans for a new national airline to strengthen trade, tourism, and exports.
“Our greatest competitive advantage is our people,” President Mahama stated, reaffirming confidence in Ghana’s youthful population, entrepreneurial spirit, and democratic stability as key drivers of sustainable growth and shared prosperity.
