The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) CEO, Mr. Simon Madjie, has praised the UAE’s proposed $1 billion innovation hub as a transformative project for Ghana’s digital economy and global competitiveness.
During a meeting with UAE Ambassador Dr. Abdulla Almandoos, Madjie highlighted the initiative’s potential to accelerate Ghana’s technological excellence.
“This initiative can accelerate Ghana’s digital transformation and position the country as a hub for technological excellence in the region “he said.
The project, fully funded by the UAE’s Ports, Customs and Free Zones Corporation (PCFC) with Ghana providing the land, is set to begin in 2026 and complete by late 2027. Ambassador Almandoos emphasized mutual benefits and encouraged telecom companies to establish operations, offering UAE licenses to hub occupants.
He explained that “this Ghana-UAE Innovation and Technology Hub aims to drive sustainable growth, foster collaboration, and boost innovation across various sectors.
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