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GIPC launches ‘Taste of Ghana 2.0’
The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, GIPC, has launched
‘Taste of Ghana 2.0’ to leverage on tourism to drive development in Ghana.
‘Taste of Ghana 2.0’ is a unique event that aims to project the beauty of Ghanaian culture and heritage by bringing together Ghanaians and the African Diaspora.
The event primarily fosters an informal networking session for all attendees, and to encourage the support and patronage of Made in Ghana products.
The array of activities include live music sessions, fashion shows and live performances, while vendors showcase various authentic and delicious Ghanaian dishes, local drinks, art, and fashion items.
• Some local delicacies on display 
•A local bar with a taste of Ghana • A section of patrons at the launch • Kojo Oppong Nkrumah and Mark Okraku Mantey in a group photograph with some leaders of the collaboratin • Local drinks at the bar 
Nana Duffie Addo • Kwanpa band serenading atmosphere at the launch with some authentic Ghanaian music
Speaking at the launch, the Chief Operations Officer (COO) of GIPC, Nana Dufie Addo said, the initiative would highlight various areas of Ghana’s rich cultural heritage, and allow investors and public to network in a relaxed atmostphere.
She added that this year’s event would take place on 27th December 2021 at the Forecourt of the State House under the theme,”Our language, Our identity, Our pride.”
According to her, the event would consistently engage members of the diaspora community, leverage resource potential for Ghana’s development agenda, and promote investments in Ghana through entertainment, tourism, and culture.
She said, the initative was a collaboration between GIPC and Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture,Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Information, Ghana Tourism Authority, Diaspora Affairs among other agencies.
The Information Minister, Mr. Kojo Oppong Nkrumah congratulated GIPC and collaborating agencies on this initiative, saying the diversity of Ghanaian culture and heritage all over the country, unfortunately this was not experienced and celebrated enough.
He said that ‘Taste of Ghana 2.0’ gave opportuintiy to showcase the tourism potental in all the regions considering the groups which were targeted.
Mr. Oppong Nkrumah urged organisers to keep an eye on trade, investment and tourism, and called on participants to give of their best.
The Deputy Minister of Tourism Arts and Culture, Mr.Mark Okraku Mantey said, that it was one of the tools which would help the creative sector develop and stressed the need for enhanced customer service.
“All of us need to have in mind that we are all ambassadors of the country,” he said adding that the Ministry of Tourism Arts and Culture would continuously partner the event for the benefit of the country.
Director of Product Development and Investment at Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Mr.Ben Nsiah, expressed solidarity and urged the sister agencies to continue to promote Ghana as trade destination.
Director at the Diaspora Affairs, Office of the President, Mr. Akwasi Awuah Ababio, said the diaspora was not homogeneous,so every strategy should be deployed in capturing the interest of all the diaspora communities irrespective of their background.
The diapora engagement policy the government is pursuing offers avenues for all diaporians to have access to the various opportunities in the country, and promise Office of the Diaspora Affairs support to the Taste of Ghana.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Africa Investment Network has entered a new partnership with 17 Asset Management to expand investment opportunities for Africans in the diaspora.
The two organisations will work together to open more pathways for diaspora investors, provide better data on markets, and connect investors to viable projects across the continent.
The partnership will focus on mapping investment opportunities across countries and sectors, building a Diaspora Pathways Program to guide new investors, and creating a shared research platform that provides market insights, returns benchmarks, regulatory updates and sector outlooks.
The two groups will also develop a trade and deal catalogue to help match businesses with partners.
As part of the collaboration, both institutions will host investment roadshows through the Global Africa Summit series, starting with GAS Accra from December 11 to 12 at the Alisa Hotel.
The event will showcase deals, hold sector briefings and connect investors with government and private sector actors.
Africa Investment Network founder and Chief Executive Jane Reindorf Osei noted that diaspora capital remains one of Africa’s strongest advantages because it is patient, purpose driven and closely linked to local development outcomes.
She explained that the partnership will help direct more diaspora investment into areas where it can make the most impact.
Chairman of 17 Asset Management, John Morris, highlighted that the joint effort will blend strong investment design with Africa Investment Network’s networks and convening power.
He stressed that improved research and compliant market access will give diaspora investors more confidence across different markets.
The two institutions will open their diaspora investment platform in the second quarter of 2026, followed by the launch of a co investment window.
Investment roadshows will also be held in North America, the Caribbean and key African centres next year.
Africa Investment Network and 17 Asset Management invited governments, development finance institutions, family offices, asset managers and other partners to support deal creation, risk sharing and market building initiatives aimed at boosting diaspora participation.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Government Communications Minister Felix Kwakye Ofosu insists that neither President Mahama nor the National Democratic Congress has filed any petition seeking the removal of the Electoral Commission Chairperson and her two deputies.
In a one on one Interview with GHone, he explained that the President only forwarded petitions he received, as required by law, and has not initiated any action against the EC leadership.
According to him, the identities and motives of the petitioners remain unknown to government, and the Presidency is not involved in that part of the process.
Mr Kwakye Ofosu stressed that while the NDC has openly disagreed with some actions of the Electoral Commission in the past, the party has not submitted any petition asking for the removal of the EC Chair or her deputies.
He noted that comments by the NDC National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, questioning the EC’s competence, do not amount to a formal petition.
He added that criticism of public officials is normal and does not automatically translate into a request for their removal.
Mr Kwakye Ofosu explained that once a petition is received, the President’s only role is to forward it to the Chief Justice.
The Chief Justice then decides if the allegations have merit. If they do, a committee is set up to investigate.
He said those named in the petitions will be officially informed by the Chief Justice, not the Presidency.
They will then have the opportunity to appear before the committee, respond to the claims, and provide any evidence in their defence.
Mr Kwakye Ofosu expressed confidence that the process will be fair and will protect the rights of all those involved.
By: Jacob Aggrey
