UK High Commissioner Calls on UK-Based Ghanaians to Drive Made in Ghana Campaign
Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and Ireland, H.E. Mrs Sabah Zita Benson, has called on Ghanaians living in the United Kingdom to become ambassadors for Made in Ghana products.
This follows the official opening of the Ghana Trade House in London.
She said the facility offers Ghanaian businesses a permanent platform to showcase their products, build commercial partnerships and expand exports to the UK and other international markets.
Speaking at the launch, Mrs Benson said economic diplomacy remains central to Ghana’s efforts to deepen trade relations and attract investment.
“The Ghana High Commission remains committed to supporting Ghanaian businesses, facilitating strategic partnerships and connecting our exporters with opportunities across the United Kingdom,” she said.
She urged the Ghanaian diaspora to play an active role in the initiative by patronising Made in Ghana products and promoting Ghanaian businesses within their communities.
“You are our ambassadors abroad. Your support for Ghanaian products will help create new opportunities for businesses back home, expand exports and generate jobs,” she said.
Deputy Chief of Staff at the Presidency, Mr Stanislav Xoese Dogbe, described the opening of the Trade House as an important step in Ghana’s efforts to expand its footprint in international markets.
He commended GEPA and its partners for bringing the project to fruition and reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to creating an environment where Ghanaian businesses can compete successfully across the world.
“The Government will continue to support initiatives that open new markets for Ghanaian businesses and create opportunities for export-led growth,” he said.
Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), Mr Simon Madjie, said the Trade House would not only boost exports but also attract investors looking to establish businesses in Ghana.
“Trade and investment go hand in hand. As Ghanaian products gain greater visibility in the UK market, we expect growing investor confidence in Ghana’s productive sectors,” he said.
Chief Executive Officer of GEPA, Mr Francis Kojo Kwarteng Arthur, said the facility represents a long-term strategy to position Ghanaian products competitively in global markets.
“The Ghana Trade House is more than a building. It is a platform that will connect our exporters with buyers, promote Ghanaian brands and create sustainable opportunities for businesses,” he said.
The Ghana Trade House, established by the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), will serve as a commercial hub where Ghanaian exporters can exhibit and market products including processed foods, fresh produce, cocoa products, beverages, cosmetics, textiles, garments, handicrafts and other value-added products.
The facility will also host business meetings, buyer-seller engagements and networking events to strengthen commercial ties between Ghanaian enterprises and the UK market.
Joyce Adwoa Animia Ocran, ISD
