Jinan,Shandong Province, China, May 2026
Dr. Mary Awusi, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, joined the Honorable Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, at the Ghana-China Investment Forum held in Jinan, Shandong Province, on Thursday 21st May 2026. The event offered the Ghana team the opportunity to present compelling opportunities for industrial partnerships and investment.
In her keynote address, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare made a strong case for increased Chinese investment in Ghana, describing the country as a ready and profitable destination for industrial growth and long-term partnerships.
She highlighted Ghana’s stable democracy, strategic location, investor-friendly reforms, and the government’s commitment to transforming the economy from raw material exports to value-added production. The Minister also referenced successful Chinese investments in Ghana, including Sentuo Group, KEDA, Sunda and Zonda Tec, as clear examples of the country’s growing attractiveness as an investment hub in Africa.
During the forum, Dr. Awusi delivered a presentation on Ghana’s Free Zones Programme, highlighting the country’s strategic position as a preferred investment destination in Africa and the numerous incentives available to investors under the Free Zones regime. She underscored Ghana’s political stability, business-friendly environment, expanding infrastructure, and access to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) market of over 1.4 billion people.
Dr. Awusi further showcased the success stories of existing Chinese enterprises operating in Ghana and noted that the Ghana Free Zones Authority currently hosts 33 Chinese enterprises within its enclave and some operating as single factory enclaves.
Other speakers at the forum included Mr. Abdul Baba Razak, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Ghana Investment Promotion Authority, and officials representing the Shandong Province.
The Ghanaian delegation led by the Minister later took part in B2B engagements and a networking session.
