Ghana and the United Kingdom will host the inaugural London-to-Accra Economic Growth Summit on Monday, aiming to strengthen trade, investment, and cultural ties, according to a press release from the British High Commission in Accra.
The summit, to be held at the Bank of Ghana headquarters, will bring together about 200 policymakers, investors, innovators, and creative industry leaders from both countries. It is part of the London-to-Accra campaign, a UK-Ghana initiative designed to deepen social, cultural, and economic links between the two cities.
Panels and keynote sessions will explore how remittances from the British-Ghanaian diaspora, a vital source of funding for entrepreneurship, education, housing, and innovation, can be leveraged into trade and investment opportunities.
The summit will also highlight Ghana’s creative industries, including music, fashion, film, and digital culture, which organizers say are shaping international markets.
British High Commissioner HE Dr. Christian Rogg said in the release, “The British Ghanaian diaspora is more than a connector, it is the backbone of our shared vision for growth. The UK is proud to champion this renewed approach to diaspora engagement, unlocking opportunities for trade, investment, and collaboration that benefit both of our nations.”
Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama added, “At the Bank of Ghana, we are committed to building the policy and regulatory infrastructure to support diaspora investment, from foreign exchange reforms to digital financial services and securing low-cost remittance channels. This summit is a powerful moment to turn cultural pride into economic purpose.”
The event will conclude with the “Creatives Takeover Mixer,” celebrating diaspora-led innovation across music, fashion, and the arts. Organizers said the summit marks a milestone in UK-Ghana collaboration, creating opportunities for long-term partnerships and investment between the two nations
