Mahama Rings Nasdaq Opening Bell

Mahama Rings Nasdaq Opening Bell, Courts Global Investors for Ghana

September 25, 2025

President John Dramani Mahama on Wednesday rang the opening bell at the Nasdaq Stock Exchange in New York as part of efforts to position Ghana as an attractive destination for global investment.

The ceremony, which precedes the U.S.–Ghana Executive Business Roundtable, brought international attention to Ghana’s economic reforms and investment opportunities.

Addressing investors, President Mahama said his government was committed to restoring fiscal stability while opening new avenues for foreign direct investment. He highlighted reforms such as the removal of minimum capital requirements for foreign companies and the introduction of a residency-by-investment program.

“These measures are designed to make Ghana one of the easiest and most profitable places to do business in Africa,” he stated.

The President also outlined priority infrastructure projects the government is seeking financing for, including the Bolgatanga–Bawku–Pulimakom Road, the modernization of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Phase II of the Obetsebi Lamptey Interchange, the Tema–Aflao Road, and the redevelopment of the Kumasi Central Market.

Mahama’s appearance at Nasdaq follows recent bilateral debt restructuring agreements with France, China, and the United Kingdom, as Ghana continues to rebuild investor confidence after years of fiscal challenges.

Also present at the event were U.S. business leaders, officials from the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, and members of the Ghanaian delegation to the United Nations General Assembly.