Ghana’s Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has called on Japanese businesses to deepen their investment footprint in Ghana, stressing that the country is strategically positioned to serve as a reliable partner for Japanese companies looking to expand into Africa.
Speaking at the Kansai Africa Business Forum in Osaka Japan, a side event of the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), the Minister said Ghana offers vast opportunities across key industries including textiles, automotive, green industrialization, as well as carbon financing.
“With the right partnership, Ghana can become a competitive force for high-quality textile and apparel exports to African and global markets,” Hon. Ofosu-Adjare stated, noting the country’s potential in the integrated cotton cultivation value chain.
She highlighted Ghana’s progress under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), pointing out that the country already hosts vehicle assembly plants and is positioning itself as a leading automotive hub on the continent. “As AfCFTA gains momentum, regional demand for vehicles and components is expected to grow rapidly”, she said, adding that opportunities exist for Japanese companies to establish a presence in Ghana, build supplier networks and develop regional distribution hubs.
Turning to the green economy, the Minister emphasized Ghana’s commitment to pioneering sustainable industrial growth through renewable energy, waste-to-value initiatives, and low-carbon manufacturing projects.
“These initiatives will not only reduce emissions but also generate new revenue streams for investors,” she added.
Hon. Ofosu-Adjare expressed optimism about the future of Ghana–Japan relations, underscoring that Ghana is creating a conducive business environment to attract Japanese investment.
“Ghana is open, eagerly prepared, and strategically positioned to be your most reliable partner in Africa,” she affirmed.
The Minister said Ghana looked forward to strengthening trade volumes with Japan and welcomed Japanese firms ready to explore opportunities in Africa’s fast-growing markets.
