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Bluewhale Construction breaks ground for its flagship project- Labadi Beach Apartments
Accra’s coastline is about to welcome a new landmark; the Labadi Beach Apartments which is poised to transform one of the city’s most sought-after districts into a new destination for luxury living, investment, and modern urban convenience.
Bluewhale Construction and Industrial Ltd. marked a major milestone in that vision, as it officially broke grounds for the construction of the 18-storey mixed-use apartment project.
The groundbreaking ceremony was held at the project site at the intersection of Giffard Road and Labadi Road, just 350 metres from the shores of Labadi Beach and 290 metres from the Ghana International Trade Fair Centre.
The ceremony was attended by traditional leaders, representatives of the La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly, a delegation from the Mankralo Traditional Council, government officials, members of the security services, business partners, investors, and other key stakeholders.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Nathaniel Alpha Aidoo, Country Manager of Bluewhale Construction and Industrial Ltd., emphasized the broader significance of the project beyond its physical footprint.
“Labadi Beach Apartments represents more than a real estate development. It is a testament to the enduring partnership between Ghana and China and the opportunities that emerge when international expertise meets local ambition. We are creating a world-class investment destination while contributing to Ghana’s economic growth and urban transformation,” he said.
Labadi Beach Apartments is being delivered through a strategic partnership between Bluewhale Construction and Industrial Ltd., China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC), and China Railway Construction Engineering Group (CRCEG).
More than contractors, CRCC and CRCEG are equity partners in the development, reflecting their confidence in the project’s long-term success.
With a proven track record of delivering major infrastructure and real estate projects across more than 130 countries, their involvement brings world-class engineering expertise, rigorous quality standards, and strong execution capabilities.
Drawing on over 25 years of international construction and real estate development experience, Bluewhale has designed the development to serve both the lifestyle and investment markets.
The tower will feature studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments across floors three through fifteen, with commercial and retail facilities occupying the ground to second floors. Highlights include a restaurant, café, pharmacy, convenience store, and dedicated business and concierge facilities.
At the crown of the building, residents will have access to a signature rooftop infinity pool with unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean, alongside a rooftop bar and restaurant, fully equipped gymnasium, outdoor lounge areas, and a viewing deck.
The development’s location places it at the heart of Accra’s most active corridors, within six minutes of Kotoka International Airport, five minutes of Cantonments, and seven minutes of Osu, making it equally attractive to corporate executives, expatriates, embassy staff, and international business travellers.
The project’s proximity to the redeveloped Ghana International Trade Fair Centre is expected to be a key driver of rental demand and long-term capital appreciation.
With the Labadi Beach Hotel commanding room rates averaging around USD 300 per night, comparable units within the development are projected to offer short-term rental returns in the USD 80–100 per night range, with Bluewhale projecting investor payback periods as short as four years, subject to occupancy and market conditions.
Residents will benefit from 24-hour concierge and security services, CCTV monitoring, access control systems, backup power and water systems, and optional butler and housekeeping services. Bluewhale will also offer comprehensive professional property management for investors, covering tenant sourcing, lease administration, rent collection, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting.
Providing insight into the project’s technical vision and long-term impact, Ms Liu Li, Head of Business Development at China Railway Construction Engineering Group (CRCEG) West Africa, highlighted the importance of skills transfer, sustainability, and local capacity building.
“Beyond delivering a landmark development, this project is creating jobs, transferring knowledge, and strengthening local construction capacity. By combining Chinese engineering expertise with the training and development of Ghanaian personnel, we are building a project that is not only sustainable in design and execution, but one that leaves a lasting legacy for the community and the industry,” she said.
Construction is now underway and is expected to be completed in 2.5 to 3 years.
Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, Kwame Asare Obeng, has toured a leading solar energy facility in Canada following the submission of a Letter of Intent and the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for a proposed 270MW solar power project in his constituency.
The MP was invited to Canada to inspect the operations and technology behind AKA Energy Systems, the company partnering with the Gomoa Special Economic Zone to develop the landmark renewable energy facility.
During the tour, Mr. Obeng was taken through the company’s advanced solar infrastructure, engineering processes, and long-term energy management systems.
Senior officials of AKA Energy Systems provided insights into how the technology can be adapted to meet Ghana’s power needs while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
“This project is not just about megawatts. It’s about energy security, industrialization, and jobs for the people of Gomoa Central,” Mr. Obeng said after the facility visit.
He added that “Seeing the technology firsthand confirms that solar can be a real solution for powering factories and homes reliably.”
The 270MW solar plant forms the energy backbone of the Gomoa Special Economic Zone, a project the MP says will position the area as a competitive hub for manufacturing and exports under the African Continental Free Trade Area, AfCFTA.
According to Mr. Obeng, Africa’s industrial future hinges on solving the power problem first.
“Too many countries try to attract factories before fixing energy. We are determined not to put the cart before the horse. Before industries arrive, the power must already be here,” he explained.
He noted that the partnership with AKA Energy Systems reflects a deliberate shift toward clean, affordable, and sustainable energy to drive Ghana’s next phase of growth.
The MP added that the project will create thousands of direct and indirect jobs during construction and operation, while also lowering electricity costs for businesses within the zone.
“The future belongs to those who prepare for it. With abundant, reliable, and affordable energy, Gomoa Central can become one of the most attractive industrial destinations in West Africa,” he concluded.
Negotiations on the final investment and implementation timeline for the 270MW facility are expected to continue in the coming months.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Elikplim Akurugu, in partnership with the Ga East Municipal Assembly, has begun rehabilitation works on the road leading to the Ga East Municipal Hospital to improve access and ease movement for residents and patients.
Speaking on the project, the DRIP Coordinator for the Ga East Municipal Assembly, Seth Agboyie, said the team had already worked on the Kwabenya stretch and part of Ablaje under its road reshaping programme.
He explained that although work had to be paused at Ablaje due to pressure, the team returned to complete the current stretch.
He noted that last year, the assembly implemented a programme where teams moved into each electoral area for about ten days to reshape major roads before moving to other communities.
According to him, the current works are a special intervention targeting roads that have become severely damaged due to the rains.
Mr. Agboyie added that the project had faced some delays due to heavy rainfall but resumed when the weather improved.
He said the team is working on a 1.2-kilometre stretch, with about 720 to 730 metres already completed.
He revealed that the intervention was partly supported by a GHS 14,000 contribution from the health workers at the Ga East hospital, which helped facilitate the works.
Residents of Dome-Kwabenya welcomed the project and praised the MP for initiating the road rehabilitation.
They said the intervention was timely and would ease movement, especially for patients and residents who rely on the road to access the hospital.
They noted that the road leading to the hospital had been in a poor state for several years, making it difficult and uncomfortable for patients, drivers, and residents who use the facility.
They explained that the situation often caused delays in accessing healthcare and increased transport difficulties, especially during the rainy season.
Some residents, however, urged contractors to ensure quality work, warning that poorly executed roads often deteriorate quickly.
They called for durability in the construction to prevent a return to bad conditions.
Others also appealed for more development projects across the constituency, saying additional road improvements would further enhance living conditions and demonstrate continued commitment to the area.
By: Jacob Aggrey
