By: Ghana broadcasting corporation

President John Dramani Mahama has called on Singaporean investors to partner with Ghana in modernising ports, inland waterways, and cold chain systems to boost Africa’s trade competitiveness.

Speaking at the 8th Africa-Singapore Business Forum, President Mahama said Singapore’s world-class logistics expertise and global standards can help reduce Africa’s high trade costs and unlock new export opportunities for Ghana and the wider continent.

He stressed that strategic investments in efficient port infrastructure, modern cold storage, and inland transport networks will not only facilitate faster movement of goods but also give African producers an edge in global value chains.

President Mahama positioned Ghana as a gateway to West Africa, highlighting its political stability, access to regional markets, and ongoing reforms aimed at attracting investors. He urged Singaporean businesses to take advantage of Ghana’s central location and partner in building infrastructure that supports the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

The 8th Africa-Singapore Business Forum brought together leaders, policymakers, and private sector actors to explore new avenues for collaboration in trade, technology, and investment between Asia and Africa.