China and India emerged as the top sources of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) projects in Ghana during the first half of 2025, according to data from the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC).

By the end of June 2025, GIPC registered 76 new projects with an estimated total FDI value of US$862.96 million.

This represents a 381.91% increase compared to the US$179.07 million recorded during the same period in 2024.

Out of the 76 projects registered between January and June, China accounted for 22, the highest by any country.

Over 4,700 jobs expected as Ghana attracts $863 million in FDI

India followed with 14 projects, while Nigeria ranked third with eight.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the United Kingdom (UK) each registered four projects, securing joint fourth position.

The United States placed sixth with three projects.

Other countries that contributed to Ghana’s investment inflows included Liberia, Mauritius, Singapore, and Turkey, with two projects each during the reporting period.

The manufacturing sector accounted for the largest number of projects, registering 32, while general trading attracted the highest value of FDI, totalling US$622.92 million.

According to the report, the registered projects are expected to create approximately 4,707 jobs once fully operational, highlighting the potential impact of these investments on employment and economic growth.

The GIPC noted that the projects are expected to generate more than 4,700 jobs upon full operationalisation, underscoring the role of FDI in driving employment and growth in Ghana’s economy.

SSD/SA

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