The Africa Investment Network successfully convened the Global Africa Summit Accra 2025 on December 11 and 12 at the Alisa Hotel in Accra, bringing together policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, diaspora leaders and development partners from across Africa and the global diaspora to advance trade, investment and inclusive economic growth.
Held under the theme “Global Partnerships: Fueling Africa’s Development and Collective Prosperity,” the summit recorded strong participation from international delegates from the United States, the Caribbean, Europe and across Africa, alongside robust engagement from Ghana’s public and private sectors. These included government institutions, development agencies, corporates, SMEs and business associations.
Many international delegates had also participated in the Global Africa Summit Washington, DC edition held on October 14 and 15, 2025, underscoring growing momentum and continuity across the summit series.
The summit officially opened with remarks from Jane Reindorf-Osei, Founder and CEO of the Africa Investment Network and organiser of the Global Africa Summit, who underscored the importance of diaspora-led investment, strategic partnerships and building sustainable pathways for Africa’s long-term economic transformation.
She was joined by leaders who delivered opening and goodwill remarks, including Kufa E. Chinoza, Ambassador of the Republic of Zimbabwe to Ghana; Kofi Okyere Darko, Director of the Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President of Ghana; John Morris, Chairman of 17 Asset Management; and Vincent Ablordeppey, Partner at Renovatio.
Together, the speakers emphasised the critical role of diplomacy, private capital, diaspora engagement and cross-border collaboration in positioning Africa as a competitive and investable global partner.
Over the two-day summit, participants heard insights from a broad mix of leaders representing Ghana’s public sector, international partners, the private sector and the development community. They included Akwasi Opong-Fosu, Board Chairman of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre; Patrick Boamah, Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central; Laurie Kelleher, U.S. Commercial Officer at the U.S. Commercial Service Ghana; Ms Doris Kafui Afanyedey, CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce Ghana; Dr Tinah Tusiime Mukunda, National Director of World Vision Ghana; Dr Daniel McKorley, Executive Chairman of McDan Group; Dr Ismael Doodo, Development and Policy Expert; Derek Newbold, Investment and Trade Advisor; Dr Abena Asomaning, ESG, CSR and Leadership Expert; Gloria Osarfo, Creative Industries and Cultural Sector Leader; and James Gardner, Actor and Deputy Executive Secretary of the Ghana Film Authority.
Speakers highlighted Ghana’s role as a strategic investment gateway, the importance of public-private collaboration and the need to align policy, capital, innovation and development outcomes to drive sustainable growth.
The summit featured a series of panel discussions and fireside chats addressing investment readiness, global supply chains, agribusiness, innovation, youth and women’s economic empowerment, and diaspora-led growth.
A flagship session titled “Africa 6th: From Remittances to Returns” explored practical strategies for transforming diaspora remittance flows into structured, bankable investments capable of generating sustainable economic returns across Africa.
During this session, the Africa Investment Network and 17 Asset Management announced a strategic partnership to deploy a Diaspora Investment Platform in 2026. The platform is aimed at mobilising diaspora capital, de-risking transactions and expanding access to credible investment opportunities across the continent.
The announcement generated strong interest from investors, diaspora leaders and institutional partners in attendance.
The summit also featured an Investment Pitch Competition, showcasing high-potential, investment-ready African enterprises and fostering direct engagement between entrepreneurs, investors and development partners.
Across both days, the summit facilitated conversations, strategic partnerships and cross-border collaboration, reinforcing AIN’s role as a convener connecting Africa with global capital and expertise.
“The Accra edition of the Global Africa Summit reaffirmed the importance of bringing together local institutions, global partners and the African diaspora on one platform to unlock meaningful investment and growth,” said Jane Reindorf-Osei. “Our focus remains on translating dialogue into action and building sustainable pathways for Africa’s economic transformation.”
The Global Africa Summit series will continue in 2026 with expanded programming, deeper investment platforms and new host cities, building on the momentum generated in Accra.
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