In a move to position Ghana as a regional hub for specialized services, the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) has announced a strategic plan aimed at exporting education and healthcare solutions to neighboring West African countries.
The announcement came during a high-level meeting between the Chief Executive Officers of GEPA and the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), where both agencies explored ways to deepen collaboration and drive Ghana’s economic transformation through trade and investment.
GEPA CEO, Mr. Francis Kojo Kwarteng Arthur Esq., outlined the Authority’s intention to broaden Ghana’s export base beyond traditional goods by tapping into the growing demand for quality education and healthcare services in the region.
Two major initiatives stand at the heart of the strategy. The first is the establishment of a Ghanaian university campus in Nigeria, aimed at strengthening educational ties while promoting Ghana’s academic offerings abroad.
According to Mr. Arthur, the plan is to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) by positioning Ghanaian education and healthcare as high-value export services that meet regional demand.
The second initiative is the development of a medical diagnostics hub in Liberia. Designed to serve both the Liberian market and surrounding countries. The facility would provide advanced diagnostic services and build regional healthcare capacity.
In response, GIPC CEO Mr. Simon Madjie welcomed the proposals and expressed confidence in their potential to attract strategic investment. He revealed that GIPC is preparing to launch a nationwide roadshow that will showcase local investment opportunities in all districts, positioning Ghana as an attractive destination for both domestic and international capital.
Mr. Madjie stressed the importance of collaboration between GIPC and GEPA in developing compelling investment proposals, particularly for initiatives with regional economic impact.
