By Frank Kwame Abbor
Ho, Oct. 24, GNA – Organizers of the Volta Trade and Investment Fair, have held an engagement with financial institutions in the region to explore strategic partnerships ahead of the 7th edition of the fair.
In collaboration with the Volta Regional Coordinating Council (VRCC), the event, is set out to be Ghana’s first-ever 24-hour trade event.
The meeting, held in Ho, brought together representatives from major banks, microfinance institutions, and development partners to discuss how the financial sector can support businesses and investors participating in the upcoming fair.
Mr. Nelson Akorli, Coordinator of the Volta Fair, said the engagement was aimed at building stronger collaboration between the fair’s organizers and financial stakeholders to promote trade and economic growth in the region. “We want to create a platform that connects local entrepreneurs with financial solutions that enable business expansion and sustainability,” he explained.
He noted that the 7th Volta Fair would not only showcase investment opportunities across various sectors but also highlight the Volta Region’s growing potential as an emerging business hub. “This year’s fair will run 24 hours — a first in Ghana — to give participants a truly dynamic experience and extended business interaction,” Mr. Akorli added.
A representative of the Volta Regional Coordinating Council emphasized that the fair aligns with the region’s broader development agenda, particularly in promoting public-private partnerships and job creation. “The RCC fully supports this initiative because it complements government efforts to stimulate investment and empower local enterprises,” the official said.
Representatives of the participating financial institutions expressed their readiness to collaborate through sponsorships, on-site business clinics, and financial literacy programmes during the fair. They also commended the organisers for engaging the financial sector early in the planning process.
“We see this as a major opportunity to support small and medium enterprises, help them access capital, and grow their businesses,” said one bank official.
The organisers expressed appreciation to their financial partners for their insights and pledged to foster lasting partnerships that will make the 2025 Volta Trade and Investment Fair a milestone event for regional economic transformation.
GNA
Edited by Maxwell Awumah /Kenneth Odeng Adade