A high-profile delegation of investors from the Kingdom of Morocco, led by the Moroccan Ambassador to Ghana, Her Excellency Imane Quaadil, paid a courtesy visit to the Majority Leader of Ghana’s Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, on Monday, February 24, 2025.
The delegation, representing key industries such as food retail, mining, telecommunications, banking, and renewable energy, expressed keen interest in exploring investment opportunities in Ghana. Speaking on behalf of Anmeta, one of Africa’s largest holding companies, the investors stressed their commitment to strengthening South-South cooperation and contributing to Africa’s economic growth.
Among the notable business representatives were Yassine Marcille of Marjan Company (food retail), Mohamed Seguin from Marjan’s mining sector, Faisal Khiar of INU (telecommunications), and Nabil Kadiri from Tijani Wafa Bank, which operates in 14 African countries. Additionally, Maudi Ababir, who is spearheading efforts to establish a Ghana-Moroccan Business Council, was part of the delegation.
Ambassador Quaadil expressed gratitude for the warm reception and reaffirmed Morocco’s commitment to fostering deeper economic ties with Ghana. She emphasized the importance of collaboration between the two nations’ government and business sectors to address economic challenges and unlock growth opportunities.
In his welcome address, Mr Ayariga shared his personal connection with the North African nation, recalling his participation in an international moot court competition in Oujda over two decades ago, as well as his recent engagements regarding Morocco’s potential membership in the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
The Majority Leader elaborated on Ghana’s governance structure, detailing the cooperation between the executive, legislature, and judiciary in fostering a business-friendly environment. He assured the Moroccan investors of Parliament’s full support in facilitating investment and stressed key areas of collaboration including economy, agriculture, oil and gas, education and myriads of others.
“Every problem is an economic opportunity and the solution to the problem is an economic opportunity. We are doing our best to create an enabling environment for business to strive to create a peaceful country that is committed to the rule of law.”
The Bawku Central MP also highlighted the opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which he described as a game-changer for businesses operating across Africa. He reiterated Ghana’s openness to investment, particularly from African partners, and assured the Moroccan delegation of the necessary support to ensure the success of their ventures in the country.
By: Ekow Annan/newsalertgh.com
