By Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah
The British High Commissioner to Ghana, Dr Christian Rogg, has outlined strong and expanding economic ties between the United Kingdom and Ghana, highlighting significant investment flows, new infrastructure partnerships, and growing confidence in Ghana’s economic outlook.
Speaking at an investment engagement, Dr Rogg said the UK–Ghana partnership remains robust, with more than 670 UK foreign direct investment (FDI) projects recorded in Ghana over the past two decades, creating over 44,000 jobs.
He noted that UK FDI into Ghana reached £1.8 billion last year, while bilateral trade between the two countries stood at £1.6 billion, underscoring deepening commercial relations.
Dr Rogg further indicated that UK officials view Ghana as “back” and “open for business,” citing renewed economic stability, ongoing reforms, and government-led growth initiatives.
He highlighted flagship programmes such as Ghana’s Big Push infrastructure agenda, the 24-Hour Economy policy, and the Accelerated Export Development Strategy as key drivers of emerging investment opportunities.
According to him, UK institutions including British International Investment, UK Export Finance, and the Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG) currently hold investments worth about £500 million in Ghana.
Among major projects announced is an £85 million UK–Ghana Green Fund by Mia Plantation, expected to be listed on the London Stock Exchange to finance green and sustainable projects in Ghana.
He also cited the £90 million Rainforest Builders forest restoration project in the Oti Region as an example of innovative climate-focused capital mobilisation.
Dr Rogg said the newly launched UK–Ghana Growth Partnership is designed to connect Ghana’s investment pipeline with UK and international capital, speeding up project development and delivery.
He added that a UK-backed investment “deal room” at the summit is showcasing over £400 million worth of bankable opportunities to potential investors.
The Private Infrastructure Development Group also announced its largest single investment in Ghana to date — a £101 million ship repair and dry-docking facility at Cape Three Points Port.
The maritime project is expected to create up to 430 jobs, with 30 percent reserved for women, while positioning Ghana as a key regional maritime hub.
In addition, a new Green Project Preparation Facility has been launched in partnership with the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund to support the structuring of climate-related infrastructure projects.
The facility is expected to unlock up to £180 million in climate-focused investments over the next three years.
Dr Rogg also highlighted a £4 million health partnership between Eastwood Park and Mango Clicks as an example of growing UK private sector involvement in Ghana’s development space.
He further noted that transnational education, science, and technology collaborations are projected to generate more than £61 million in UK exports and expertise in the coming years.
The High Commissioner reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to deepening economic cooperation with Ghana, stressing support for investment, job creation, and shared prosperity between the two countries.
