The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, and the Ghana Export Promotion Authority, has held the Volta Regional Investment Roadshow in Ho to promote the Volta Region as a key investment destination.
The Regional Investment Roadshow forms one of the eight pillars of the flagship Investment Opportunity Mapping Project (IOMP), aimed at identifying, assessing, and documenting viable investment opportunities across all 261 districts in Ghana’s 16 regions.
The initiative seeks to highlight regional investment prospects, foster partnerships, and build capacity among local stakeholders to attract and manage impactful investments.
Speaking on behalf of the Chief of Staff, Mr. Julius Debrah, the Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Mr. Issifu Seidu, said the event marked a new phase in Ghana’s economic transformation drive
“This roadshow demonstrates our resolve to turn the rich potential of our regions into thriving enterprises. It reaffirms President Mahama’s Economic Reset Agenda, which seeks to spread development opportunities beyond a few major cities,” he stated.
Mr. Seidu noted that despite its vast agricultural potential, mineral resources, and renewable energy prospects, the Volta Region has only attracted about US$132.88 million in investments between 1994 and September 2025, a figure he described as far below its potential.
He announced that under President Mahama’s leadership, the Volta Economic Corridor project would be a key component of Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme.
The corridor will host agro-industrial parks, logistics hubs, renewable energy projects, and inland transport systems to connect markets and create jobs.
“Our common goal is to make the Volta Region a dynamic hub of continuous production and shared prosperity,” he added.
Sector Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, represented by Mr. Noah Tumfo, the Chief Director at the Ministry said the Ministry is implementing policies to diversify exports and attract high-quality foreign and domestic investments.
“We envision an industrialized Volta Region with strong agribusiness and processing industries that empower youth and women while driving inclusive economic growth,” she said.
She called on local entrepreneurs to identify opportunities within their communities and assured them of the Ministry’s commitment to link viable ideas with financial institutions and technical support.
Mr. Simon Madjie, Chief Executive Officer of GIPC, said the Centre’s regional roadshows are part of a broader strategy to decentralize investment promotion.
“Each region has unique potential that must be promoted. Our goal is to provide accurate, region-specific information to investors, local businesses, and Ghana’s foreign missions,” he explained.
He said the new GIPC Regional Office in Ho to serve both the Volta and Oti Regions, ensuring closer engagement with investors and local enterprises.
Mr. Akwasi Oppong-Fosu, Board Chair of GIPC, emphasised the need for stronger collaboration among traditional authorities, local assemblies, and private investors to unlock the region’s economic potential.
“Let us work together to identify viable projects, attract investors, and ensure that investments improve livelihoods and strengthen communities,” he urged.
Mr. Emmanuel Kwasi Bedzrah, Chairman of the Volta Regional MPs Caucus, said the region must take decisive steps to move from potential to prosperity.
”Volta is ready. We cannot wait any longer while others progress. We have the resources, the people, and the ideas—what we need now is commitment and action,” he stated.
He praised the IOMP for mapping out tangible opportunities, saying it would serve as a blueprint for attracting both local and foreign investors.
Mr. James Gunu, the Volta Regional Minister, said the roadshow was not just an event but a “bold declaration” that the region was open for investment and ready for transformation.
“Our region is blessed with fertile lands, strategic location, and a skilled workforce. From agribusiness and tourism to renewable energy and logistics, the opportunities here are vast and viable,” he noted.
He highlighted the potential of projects such as the Afife Irrigation Scheme, Aveyime Rice Project, and the new Ho Airport, which together position the region as an emerging growth hub.
“We are committed to streamlining business processes, ensuring stability, and building strong partnerships. With the GIPC office now in Ho, investors have a direct point of contact to turn ideas into reality,” he added.
Representing Togbe Afede XIV, Togbe Ayim Adzokoto II, Paramount Chief and President of the Takla Traditional Council, said the roadshow was “A conversation about opportunity.
“The wealth of our land lies not in the soil but in what we do with it. With investment in agro-processing, eco-tourism, and small-scale manufacturing, we can transform local economies and create jobs for our youth.”
He assured investors of the traditional authorities’ readiness to ensure transparent land administration and peaceful investment environments.
As part of the event, GIPC commissioned a new regional office in Ho, which will serve both the Volta and Oti Regions. The new office is expected to enhance coordination, investor engagement, and information flow within the two regions.
The event also featured presentations on the regional investment landscape, insights from the Ghana Free Zones Authority, and business pitches from selected local enterprises.
