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Global Africa Summit (GAS) Set to Launch Accra Edition on July 18 at Palms by Eagles
The organizers of the Global Africa Summit (GAS) have announced the official pre-event launch of the Global Africa Summit – Accra Edition.
The launch will take place on Friday, July 18, 2025, at The Palms by Eagle Hotel in Accra.
This programme is expected to unveil the Summit’s compelling vision, strategic agenda, and transformative partnerships that are shaping one of the most anticipated Pan-African gatherings of the year.
The Global Africa Summit is a flagship Pan-African platform created to drive forward-thinking dialogue and cross-sector collaboration across Africa and its global Diaspora. Through city-based summits, curated roundtables, and investment showcases, GAS is designed to accelerate inclusive growth and amplify African leadership on the global stage.
Each edition will reflect the unique potential of its host city while building shared frameworks for global collaboration, Diaspora engagement, and continental development.
As part of the launch, Accra will Join the Global Africa Summit 2025 Tour.
Ghana’s capital city, is one of four strategic cities selected to host the GAS Summit series, alongside:Los Angeles, CA: October 9-10, 2025, Washington, DC: October 14–15, 2025 at Catholic University of America, Toronto, Canada: October 23, 2025 at Toronto Metropolitan University, Accra, Ghana: December 11–12, 2025.
Distinguished Guests and Speakers to Attend
The July 18 launch event in Accra will also unveil exciting summit content tracks, announce host partners, and highlight how Ghana is positioning itself as a leading destination for global investment, tourism, and Pan-African engagement.
The launch will be graced by high-profile leaders and visionaries, including Mrs. Jane Reindorf-Osei, Founder and President, Africa Investment Network, Ms. Brianelle Cartwright, Commercial Attaché, Bahamas Embassy Consular Annex,
Washington, DC, Ms. Lynreshay Johnson, Cultural Attaché, Bahamas Embassy Consular Annex, Washington, DC, Mr. Clarence Wooten, Executive & Entrepreneur in Residence at X (aka Google X), Tech Investor & Advisor
Dr. Michael K. Obeng, Renowned Plastic Surgeon and CEO of Miko Pharma Government and diplomatic representatives, as well as key figures from Ghana’s private sector and creative economy.
“The Global Africa Summit is more than an event—it is a movement to ignite transcontinental collaboration and shape a future where Africa and its global Diaspora lead boldly in the areas of economic growth and innovation,” said Jane Reindorf-Osei, President of the Africa Investment Network and Summit Convener.
Partnerships, Sponsors, and Collaborators
The Global Africa Summit in Ghana is organized by the Africa Investment Network, under the auspices of the Diaspora Affairs Office of the President, and in partnership with the American Chamber of Commerce(AMCHAM) Ghana and TopDog Africa Limited.
The Summit team is extending invitations to Governments, Public Sector Agencies, Development Partners, Private Sector Leaders, and Creatives to join the Accra launch and explore partnership opportunities.
About the Africa Investment Network (AIN):
AIN is a nonprofit chamber of commerce dedicated to fostering trade, investment, and innovation between Africa and its global Diaspora. Through high-impact convenings and strategic partnerships, AIN champions inclusive economic growth and collective prosperity. To learn more, visit www.africainvestmentnetwork.or
The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old driver, Bismark Kpormeno, for possession of a large quantity of compressed plant materials suspected to be Indian hemp.
The arrest was made on Sunday, 31 May 2026 by officers of the Tema Highway Patrol Unit during an operation along the Tema-Ada road.
According to police, the suspect was driving a Hyundai Mighty I container truck and failed to stop when signaled. He attempted to evade arrest but was pursued and apprehended at Bondase.
A search of the vehicle revealed twelve 12 sacks and eighty 80 parcels of compressed plant materials concealed in a container and wrapped in sellotape.
Preliminary investigations show the narcotics were allegedly loaded at Kpeve in the Volta Region and were being transported to Ada.
The suspect is currently in police custody assisting with investigations. The truck and exhibits have been impounded for evidential purposes.
The Tema Regional Police Command says it remains committed to combating drug trafficking and other criminal activities.
They also urged the public to support law enforcement by providing timely and credible information on suspicious activities.
Firefighters from the Peki Fire Station of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) responded swiftly to a fatal head-on collision involving a Mercedes-Benz container truck (WR 1553-C) travelling from Nkwanta to Accra and a Mercedes-Benz passenger bus (GR 3215-E) travelling from Battor to Kabiti in the Oti Region.
The crash occurred at Peki-Tsame near Peki Senior High School in the early hours of Tuesday, 2nd June 2026.
A total of forty (40) persons were involved, comprising twenty-one (21) males, fifteen (15) females, and four (4) children.
Through a coordinated rescue operation, firefighters extricated 25 injured casualties, including 23 adults and two children.
Sadly, 15 persons lost their lives, made up of nine males and 6 females.
The injured were conveyed to the Peki Government Hospital for treatment, while the deceased were handed over to the Police, who conveyed them to the hospital mortuary for preservation and further investigation. The cause of the accident remains under investigation.
The Ghana National Fire Service has extended its deepest condolences to the bereaved families and urges all motorists to observe road traffic regulations, avoid dangerous driving practices, and exercise maximum caution on the roads to help prevent accidents and save lives.
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