President John Dramani Mahama has called on global investors to seize Africa’s rising economic opportunities, describing the continent as “the world’s most dynamic emerging market” and positioning Ghana as the most dependable gateway.
Delivering the keynote address at the Opening of the 8th Africa–Singapore Business Forum on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, President Mahama said Africa is uniquely placed for businesses seeking scale, especially in sectors such as renewable energy, technology, and trade.
“I speak today as an African leader and as President of Ghana. Our message is simple: Africa is investable, and Ghana is your reliable gateway to the continent,” he declared.
The President highlighted Africa’s growth prospects, noting that the continent’s population of 1.4 billion people largely youthful, urbanising, and digitally connected will soon drive a powerful consumer market. By 2030, he projected, African cities will host over 700 million consumers.
He also underscored the transformative impact of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which has created the world’s largest free trade zone by number of countries, unlocking a $3.4 trillion market and lowering trade barriers across supply chains.
“Africa holds vast renewable energy potential and is already a global leader in mobile money and fintech adoption,” President Mahama said. “This is a market ready for scaled solutions. But opportunity must be matched with affordable capital and innovative financing instruments.”
Reaffirming Ghana’s commitment, he assured investors that the country is a stable, strategic, and investor-friendly hub, well positioned to connect global capital to Africa’s emerging opportunities.
