Ghana Attracts Record $863 Million In Foreign Direct Investment In First Half Of 2025

Ghana has recorded a remarkable 382% surge in foreign direct investment during the first half of 2025, attracting $862.96 million across 76 registered projects compared to $179.07 million in the same period of 2024. This dramatic increase signals renewed global confidence in Ghana’s economic prospects and positions the country as a leading investment destination in West Africa.

The manufacturing sector dominated with 32 new projects, while general trading attracted the highest investment value at $622.92 million. China leads as the top source country with 22 projects, followed by India with 14, and Nigeria with 8 projects. The United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and United States are also significant contributors to Ghana’s investment portfolio.

These new investments are projected to create approximately 4,707 jobs when fully operational, demonstrating the tangible impact of foreign capital on employment and economic growth. The surge comes amid ongoing economic reforms under an IMF-supported program that has helped restore business confidence and macroeconomic stability.

Top Investment Sectors Attracting Global Interest in 2025

Ghana’s fastest-growing investment opportunities span agriculture and food processing, renewable energy solutions including solar and wind projects, real estate development, technology and fintech, and e-commerce platforms. The country’s political stability, strategic West African location, and government incentives make it particularly attractive for foreign investors.

As a member of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) with its headquarters in Accra, Ghana offers investors access not only to its 33 million citizens but also to a continental market of more than 1.4 billion people. This positioning as a gateway to Africa significantly enhances the country’s investment appeal.

Sectors experiencing high demand include cocoa processing as Ghana is the world’s second-largest cocoa producer, aquaculture and organic farming, solar panel installations to meet rising energy demands, IT training centers, and fintech solutions for financial inclusion.