Mahama outlines export-driven economic vision at Ghana-UK Investment Summit

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to transforming Ghana into a productive, industrialised and export-oriented economy driven by innovation and investment.

The President made the remarks at the opening of the Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026 on Monday, June 1, where government officials, investors and business leaders gathered to explore opportunities for economic cooperation and investment.

The summit focused on attracting foreign direct investment and showcasing Ghana's economic agenda, particularly the government's flagship 24-Hour Economy initiative.

Addressing participants, President Mahama said recent economic indicators demonstrate that the country is on a positive trajectory.

“Ghana's economy expanded by approximately 6% GDP in 2025 and our GDP has now crossed the 114 billion mark, making Ghana the eighth largest economy in Africa,” he stated.

He said the government is pursuing an ambitious agenda aimed at boosting production, exports and job creation while creating an attractive environment for investors.

According to the President, the centrepiece of that agenda is the 24-Hour Economy initiative and the Accelerated Export Development Programme.

“Our vision is clear. We're building a productive, export-oriented, industrialized, and technology-driven economy that creates opportunities for our people and competitive returns for investors,” he said.

President Mahama explained that the 24-Hour Economy policy is designed to maximise the use of infrastructure, labour, logistics and energy systems by encouraging businesses to operate beyond traditional working hours.

He noted that the initiative is expected to increase productivity, stimulate manufacturing, create jobs, boost exports and strengthen Ghana's competitiveness within regional and global markets.

The President added that government is aligning policy incentives, skills development programmes, transport systems, reliable power supply and financing mechanisms to support businesses willing to operate around the clock.