President Mahama Rings Nasdaq Bell to Court Global Investors
President John Dramani Mahama on September 24, 2025, rang the opening bell at the Nasdaq Stock Exchange in New York, marking a symbolic step in Ghana’s bid to deepen its visibility and attract global investment.
Mahama’s image lit up the iconic Nasdaq billboard in Times Square with the bold inscription “Ghana is Open for Business,” ahead of the U.S.-Ghana Executive Business Roundtable.
The roundtable, jointly organised by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), convened top executives and investors from the fintech, manufacturing, and energy sectors.
Reforms to Boost Competitiveness
At the forum, the Mahama administration highlighted reforms aimed at enhancing Ghana’s appeal as an investment hub. Among the key measures are the scrapping of minimum capital requirements for foreign investors and the launch of a residency-by-investment programme.
The residency initiative is expected to attract between US$5 billion and US$10 billion in inflows by 2028.
Mahama is currently in New York for the 80th United Nations General Assembly, where he is set to advocate for global financial reforms and stronger economic integration across Africa.
According to his government, the reforms form part of a broader strategy to build long-term growth, resilience, and investor confidence.
