Ghana Investment & Trade Week (GITW) 2026 Officially Opens in Accra
Accra, Ghana – 7 July 2026 – The 7th Ghana Investment & Trade Week (GITW), co-located with the 4th Africa Build Show (ABS) and the 3rd Megawatt Africa, officially opened today at The Palms Convention Center in Accra with a prestigious Opening Ceremony led by His Royal Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, Ga Mantse and Conference Chairperson.
Held under the theme “Powering Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy: Integrating Infrastructure, Electric Mobility, and Sustainable Real Estate for Investment and Trade Competitiveness,” the event provides a strategic platform for strengthening international partnerships, showcasing innovation, and unlocking investment opportunities that support Ghana’s long-term economic transformation.
A defining highlight of the Opening Ceremony was the leadership of King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, whose role as Conference Chairperson underscored the growing collaboration between traditional leadership, government, and the private sector in driving national development. As Paramount King of the Ga State, His Royal Majesty has consistently championed investment, entrepreneurship, and sustainable economic growth. In his opening remarks, he welcomed delegates from more than 20 countries and encouraged stronger international collaboration to position Ghana as the leading gateway for investment and trade in West Africa.
David Wang, Chairman of MIE Group, said:
“Ghana continues to demonstrate its potential as a leading destination for investment and trade. Through GITW, Africa Build Show, and Megawatt Africa, we are committed to creating platforms that connect global partners, drive innovation, and unlock new opportunities across Africa.”
The Opening Ceremony also featured keynote addresses and policy discussions from distinguished government and industry leaders, including:
- Nana Opare Kwafo I – Chairman, Ghana Chamber of Construction Industry (GhCCI) | Host Chairman
- Zahoor Ahmed – Vice President, Strategy & Partnerships, MIE Group
- David Wang – Chairman, MIE Group
- Dr. Mary Awusi – Chief Executive Officer, Ghana Free Zones Authority
- Hon. Augustus Goosie Tannoh (Esq.) – Presidential Advisor on the 24-Hour Economy
In partnership with the Ghana Chamber of Construction Industry (GHCCI), and with the support of the Trade Development Bureau of the Ministry of Commerce, People’s Republic of China, Engineering Export Promotion Council of India (EEPC), Ghana Investment Promotion Center (GIPC), the Ghana Investment Trade Week (GITW), Africa Build Show (ABS) and Megawatt 2026 Show opened with a big bang yesterday at the Palms Convention Center, Accra Ghana.
Running from 7–9 July 2026, the exhibitions feature a comprehensive programme of expert-led conferences, policy dialogues, business networking sessions, and high-level B2B meetings. A major highlight is the business matchmaking between Chinese and Ghanaian trade and investment institutions, alongside face-to-face meetings connecting exhibitors with buyers, investors, distributors, and project owners.
More than 30 countries are participating in this year’s editions, including Italy, India, Türkiye, the United Arab Emirates, Libya, Egypt, the United States, Singapore, Rwanda, and many others. Exhibitors are showcasing the latest innovations, technologies, products, and solutions in construction, sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy, electric mobility, manufacturing, and industrial development, creating valuable opportunities for local and international businesses to expand into the rapidly growing West African market.
The event is further supported by:
- Start Up World Cup by Pegasus – Strategic Collaboration Partner
- E4 Impact – Ecosystem Partner
- International Trade Council – Honorary Supporting Partner
The event is further strengthened by an extensive network of media partners, including Afrique Media, Africa Mining and Engineering Review, Asian Aussie Business, Construction Links Network, Engineering Post, Gazet International, International Business Africa, International Business Magazine, MidEast Info, NegoSentro, Plant & Equipment, Red Bus Digital Ventures, Start Up News, The Business Year, The Executive Chronicles, The Technology News PH, Trade Travel Journal, World Business Outlook, and World Executive Digest.
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