Oti Region Poised for Take-Off as GIPC Brings Investment Roadshow to Dambai

Accra, Ghana – The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) is taking its regional investment drive to the Oti Region, with a two-day roadshow scheduled from October 29–30, 2025, at the Bosatsu Hotel in Dambai.

Themed “Driving Local Investment – Unlocking Regional Potential: Mapping Opportunities and Mobilising Growth in the Oti Region,” the initiative seeks to position Oti as Ghana’s next frontier for agribusiness, tourism, trade, and sustainable industrialisation.

The event, organised under the Investment Opportunity Mapping Project (IOMP), is part of the GIPC’s broader strategy to spread investment opportunities equitably across all regions. It aligns with President John Dramani Mahama’s inclusive growth vision under the 24-Hour Economy policy.

Unlocking Local Potential

The Oti Investment Roadshow will document and showcase investment-ready projects from local assemblies, SMEs, and community-based organizations. Through structured B2B sessions and project exhibitions, the initiative will connect local entrepreneurs with both domestic and international investors.

Expected outcomes include a verified pipeline of bankable projects, enhanced capacity for MMDAs to attract funding, and a stronger investor perception of Oti as a viable business destination.

The GIPC is collaborating with the Oti Regional Coordinating Council, Ministry of Trade and Industry, Ghana Export Promotion Authority, Ghana Tourism Authority, and the 24-Hour Economy Secretariat. A comprehensive Oti Regional Investment Compendium will also be developed to document the region’s priority projects for promotion.

A Region of Natural Wealth and Strategic Advantage

Covering more than 11,000 square kilometres, Oti is one of Ghana’s most resource-rich regions, bordered by the Volta Lake to the west and Togo to the east. With three ecological zones—forest, savanna, and rainforest—the region supports diverse agricultural ventures, from yam and rice to cocoa and cashew.

Over 750,000 hectares of arable land remain available for agribusiness expansion. Investment opportunities include cocoa fermentation and drying centres, cashew processing, livestock and aquaculture projects, and rice irrigation schemes.

Tourism also presents vast potential, with sites like Kyabobo National Park, the Shiare Hanging Village, the Likpe Ancestral Caves, and the Chilinga Waterfalls offering a compelling mix of adventure, heritage, and eco-tourism.

Building Data-Driven, Inclusive Growth

The IOMP, launched in July 2025 with the support of the Office of the Chief of Staff, promotes district-level investment planning across Ghana’s 261 districts. By mapping local assets and infrastructure needs, the initiative provides an evidence-based framework for balanced national development.

At its launch, Chief of Staff Julius Debrah described the project as “a transformative tool for driving jobs and investment evenly across Ghana’s regions.”

Under CEO Simon Madjie, the GIPC has prioritised research, technology, and regional engagement to promote both Local Direct Investment (LDI) and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). A digital investment platform is also being developed to provide investors with real-time access to verified data.

Oti: The Next Investment Frontier

Oti Regional Minister John Kwadwo Gyapong believes the roadshow will mark a turning point for the region.

“With strong government backing, credible data, and a coordinated policy framework, the Oti Region is ready to rise as a new frontier for investment, tourism, and sustainable development,” he said.

As Ghana continues its drive for inclusive economic transformation, the Oti Roadshow stands as a bold example of what can happen when policy, partnership, and potential come together.

Source: Accra Business News