Hot SourceThe Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) has launched a bold initiative to reshape the nation’s economic landscape by addressing regional disparities in investment distribution. During a high-level engagement with the diplomatic community, GIPC’s Chief Executive Officer, Simon Madjie, urged diplomatic missions and Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) to become active advocates for Ghana’s untapped investment opportunities.
The event, held in Accra, marked a pivotal moment in the Centre’s flagship Investment Opportunity Mapping Project (IOMP), designed to unlock the potential of all 261 districts across Ghana.
Currently, 80% of Ghana’s investments are concentrated in the Greater Accra Region, leaving vast swathes of the country underserved despite their economic promise. The IOMP, developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, and the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GFPA), aims to rectify this imbalance by identifying and promoting viable opportunities in sectors such as agribusiness, manufacturing, and infrastructure.
Madjie emphasized that the project is not merely about attracting capital but fostering equitable growth, job creation, and a resilient, diversified economy.
The role of the diplomatic corps was underscored as critical to the initiative’s success. Madjie called on missions to leverage their networks and technical expertise to spotlight Ghana’s district-level potential on the global stage. “Your commitment to championing these opportunities will deepen cross-border collaborations and drive targeted Foreign Direct Investment,” he said.
The Deputy CEO of GIPC, Abdul Razak Baba, echoed this sentiment, encouraging diplomats to act as “vocal ambassadors” for Ghana’s investment prospects. He highlighted upcoming platforms like the Ghana International Investment Summit (GIIS) in 2026 as key avenues for connecting investors with local opportunities.
To further bolster investor confidence, Madjie revealed that the GIPC is fast-tracking reforms to the GIPC Act, which will enhance investor protections and streamline the ease of doing business. Deputy Director of Research, Lovi Mehiawo, provided insights into the IOMP’s methodology, outlining priority sectors and the 16 regions targeted for strategic investments.
The GIPC’s appeal to the diplomatic community reflects a broader vision of inclusive growth. By decentralizing investment and tapping into the potential of every district, Ghana aims to reduce regional disparities, expand exports, and build a more sustainable economic future. For those eager to participate, the GIPC has opened its doors for collaboration, inviting partners to co-host engagements and refine investment profiles.
With the IOMP set to transform Ghana’s investment map, the collective effort of diplomats, DFIs, and international agencies could prove transformative. As Mr. Madjie aptly noted, this initiative is about more than economics—it’s about creating a legacy of balanced prosperity for generations to come.
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