June 17, 2026 10:33 PM
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Ghana Set to Leverage FIFA World Cup for Trade and Investment

Desmond Otoo

Jun 17, 2026 at 08:08 PM Updated: Jun 17, 2026 at 08:08 PM
Ghana's Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, to attend Made-in-Ghana FIFA World Cup 2026 Expo in Boston, USA.

Key Takeaways

  • The Made-in-Ghana FIFA World Cup 2026 Expo will take place in Boston, USA, from June 22 to 23, 2026.
  • The event aims to promote Ghanaian products and services to international markets and deepen trade links with the US.
  • Ghana's Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, and other dignitaries are expected to attend the expo.

Ghana's push to leverage the 2026 FIFA World Cup for trade and investment is gaining momentum, with the country's Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, set to join a distinguished list of dignitaries at the Made-in-Ghana FIFA World Cup 2026 Expo in Boston, USA. The business exhibition, organized by Litina Travel and Tours in partnership with the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, is scheduled for June 22 and 23, 2026, at the Envision Hotel & Conference Centre in Boston.

The expo is being positioned as one of Ghana's biggest commercial showcases on the sidelines of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, bringing together Ghanaian manufacturers, entrepreneurs, and investors with international buyers, distributors, and business leaders converging in Boston for the global football festival. The event coincides with Ghana's World Cup group-stage match against England, which will also be played in Boston.

Background & Context

Ghana has been actively promoting its non-traditional exports to the US, with the country exporting billions of dollars worth of products annually. The Made-in-Ghana FIFA World Cup 2026 Expo provides an ideal platform to deepen these trade links and create new export opportunities. The expo will showcase Ghana's strengths across various sectors, including food and beverage processing, fashion, beauty and cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, real estate, banking and finance, and construction.

Ghana's participation in the expo is expected to position the country as a major player in the global market, with the event providing a unique opportunity for Ghanaian businesses to secure a foothold in the lucrative US market. The exhibition will also feature business-to-business networking sessions designed to connect Ghanaian companies directly with US firms and investors.

The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, and Litina Travel and Tours have invited manufacturers, exporters, artisans, and entrepreneurs to participate in the expo and use Ghana's World Cup moment to promote their products and services to international markets. Interested businesses can reserve exhibition booths by contacting Litina Travel and Tours on 0244260789 or visiting its offices at the Alisa Hotel in North Ridge, Accra.

Why This Matters

The Made-in-Ghana FIFA World Cup 2026 Expo has the potential to significantly boost Ghana's trade and investment ties with the US. The event provides a unique opportunity for Ghanaian businesses to showcase their products and services to a global audience, potentially leading to new export opportunities and economic growth.

The expo also highlights Ghana's growing reputation as a major player in the global market, with the country's participation in the event expected to position it as a major player in the global economy. The event's focus on business-to-business networking sessions also underscores Ghana's commitment to promoting trade and investment ties with the US.

Looking Ahead

The Made-in-Ghana FIFA World Cup 2026 Expo is set to be a major highlight of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the event providing a unique opportunity for Ghanaian businesses to promote their products and services to international markets. As the event approaches, Ghanaian businesses are expected to benefit from the increased visibility and exposure, potentially leading to new export opportunities and economic growth.

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