Accra played host to the Global Africa Summit 2025 on December 11 and 12, bringing together key players to discuss boosting trade and investment across the continent.

The summit, held at the Alisa Hotel, saw policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, diaspora leaders, and development partners converge under the theme “Global Partnerships: Fueling Africa’s Development and Collective Prosperity.” Delegates from the United States, the Caribbean, Europe, and various African nations participated, alongside strong representation from Ghana’s public and private sectors.

Building on previous successes, many attendees had also been present at the Global Africa Summit in Washington, DC in October, highlighting a growing commitment to pan-African economic advancement.

Jane Reindorf-Osei, Founder and CEO of the Africa Investment Network (AIN), the summit’s organiser, opened the event, stressing the vital role of diaspora investment in Africa’s transformation. “We need to build sustainable pathways for long-term economic growth,” she stated.

Ambassador Kufa E. Chinoza of Zimbabwe, Kofi Okyere Darko, Director of the Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President, John Morris, Chairman of 17 Asset Management, and Vincent Ablordeppey, Partner at Renovatio, also delivered opening remarks, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy, private capital, and collaboration.

A diverse range of leaders, including Akwasi Opong-Fosu (Board Chairman, Ghana Investment Promotion Centre), Patrick Boamah (MP, Okaikwei Central), Laurie Kelleher (U.S. Commercial Officer), Ms Doris Kafui Afanyedey (CEO, American Chamber of Commerce Ghana), Dr Tinah Tusiime Mukunda (National Director, World Vision Ghana), Dr Daniel McKorley (Executive Chairman, McDan Group), Dr Ismael Doodo (Development and Policy Expert), Derek Newbold (Investment and Trade Advisor), Dr Abena Asomaning (ESG, CSR and Leadership Expert), Gloria Osarfo (Creative Industries Leader), and James Gardner (Actor and Deputy Executive Secretary, Ghana Film Authority) shared insights throughout the two days.

Discussions centred on Ghana’s potential as an investment hub, the need for public-private partnerships, and aligning policies with economic goals. Panel discussions and fireside chats covered topics like investment readiness, global supply chains, agribusiness, innovation, and empowering youth and women.

A key session, “Africa 6th: From Remittances to Returns,” explored turning diaspora remittances into investments. During this session, AIN and 17 Asset Management announced a partnership to launch a Diaspora Investment Platform in 2026, aiming to mobilize capital and reduce investment risks.

The summit also included an Investment Pitch Competition, providing a platform for African enterprises to connect with potential investors and partners.

“The Accra edition reaffirmed the importance of bringing together local institutions, global partners and the African diaspora to unlock investment and growth,” Ms. Reindorf-Osei said. “Our focus remains on translating dialogue into action.”

The Global Africa Summit series is set to continue in 2026 with expanded programmes and new locations, building on the momentum established in Accra.

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