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GhanaFest Europe 2026

8th - 10th December 2026

RAI Amsterdam (Amtrium 1 & 2)

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GhanaFest Europe 2026

From 8th–10th December 2026, GhanaFest Europe 2026 brings together businesses, investors,...

December 8
RAI Amsterdam (Amtrium 1 & 2)

About GhanaFest Europe

GhanaFest Europe is a celebration of Ghanaian culture and a platform connecting Ghana and the Netherlands through culture, tourism, business and opportunity. Taking place in Amsterdam, the event brings communities, entrepreneurs, businesses, investors and cultural enthusiasts together to experience Ghana, discover new connections, showcase opportunities, and strengthen Ghana–Netherlands relationships through meaningful cultural exchange, trade, networking and collaboration.

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Official

Launch

30th September 2026

Keynote Speakers

Hon. Sampson Ahi

Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, and Member of Parliament for Bodi Constituency in the Western North Region of Ghana

Lydia van der Schaaf

European Representative, GNBCC

Hilde Famaey

General Manager – Ghana Netherlands Business & Culture Council

Kofi Okyere Darko

Director, Diaspora Affairs Office of the President Rep of Ghana

Mr. Abdul-Karim Dubiure

Chief Executive Officer, Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE)

H.E. Amb. Eddison M. Agbenyegah

Ghana's Ambassador, Netherlands
Hon. Sampson Ahi

Hon. Sampson Ahi

Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, and Member of Parliament for Bodi Constituency in the Western North Region of Ghana
Lydia van der Schaaf

Lydia van der Schaaf

European Representative, GNBCC
Hilde Famaey

Hilde Famaey

General Manager – Ghana Netherlands Business & Culture Council
Kofi Okyere Darko

Kofi Okyere Darko

Director, Diaspora Affairs Office of the President Rep of Ghana
Mr. Abdul-Karim Dubiure

Mr. Abdul-Karim Dubiure

Chief Executive Officer, Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE)
H.E. Amb. Eddison M. Agbenyegah

H.E. Amb. Eddison M. Agbenyegah

Ghana's Ambassador, Netherlands

GhanaFest Europe

2026

8th–10th December 2026

Speakers

Honourable Kate Mawusi-Babanawo

DCE, Afram Plains North District Assembly

Mr. Charles Vanderpuije

Chairman, RECOGIN

Mr. Mark Adu-Aboagye

CEO, Ghana National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GNCC&I)

Hon Paulina Akabila

DCE, West Akim Municipal Assembly

Mrs. Veronica van de Kamp

CEO GAM Tv Netherlands/Founder, Kente Festival

Hon. Eric Williams Ayettey

DCE, Okere District Assembly
Honourable Kate Mawusi-Babanawo

Honourable Kate Mawusi-Babanawo

DCE, Afram Plains North District Assembly
Mr. Charles Vanderpuije

Mr. Charles Vanderpuije

Chairman, RECOGIN
Mr. Mark Adu-Aboagye

Mr. Mark Adu-Aboagye

CEO, Ghana National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GNCC&I)
Hon Paulina Akabila

Hon Paulina Akabila

DCE, West Akim Municipal Assembly
Mrs. Veronica van de Kamp

Mrs. Veronica van de Kamp

CEO GAM Tv Netherlands/Founder, Kente Festival
Hon. Eric Williams Ayettey

Hon. Eric Williams Ayettey

DCE, Okere District Assembly

Programme

  • Day 1


  • Day 2


  • Day 3


  • 09:00 - 10:00
    Arrival & Registration

    Arrival and registration of all delegates and exhibitors

  • 10:00 - 12:00
    Official Opening Ceremony

    Welcome remarks and keynote address on Ghana's investment climate, framed around the 24-Hour Economy agenda.

  • 12:00 - 13:00
    Lunch Break

    Free networking over lunch

  • 13:00 - 15:00
    Session 1: Doing Business with the Netherlands & Europe

    Presentation on market entry requirements, standards and regulatory expectations, followed by a panel with Dutch/European and Ghanaian trade experts.
    Business

  • 13:00 - 15:00
    Session 2: Doing Business in Ghana (GIPC & Testimonials)

    GIPC presentation on: -24-Hour Economy -Legal reforms, taxes and entry level opportunities for foreign investors in Ghana -Presentation on Agric/Agro business horticulture & cocoa production & processing opportunities in Ghana
    Business

  • 15:00 - 15:30
    Coffee/Tea Break

    Free networking/refreshment period

  • 15:30 - 18:00
    B2B Matchmaking Networking Event

    Structured business-matching session using sector-indicative tags to help Ghanaian and Dutch/European stakeholders identify and connect with relevant counterparts followed by testimonials from Dutch entrepreneurs/investors

  • 10:00 - 12:00
    Sector Session: Financial Technology & Digital Finance

    Guest speaker presentation on Ghana's FinTech growth, followed by a moderated session on payments infrastructure, mobile money and digital financial inclusion.
    Finance

  • 12:00 - 13:00
    Lunch Break

    Free networking over lunch.

  • 13:00 - 15:00
    Sector Session: Agriculture, Agribusiness & Horticulture (Ghana Seed Partnership)

    Guest speaker insights on Ghana's agricultural sector; panel on sustainable/efficient farming, with a dedicated segment on the Ghana Seed Partnership Programme.
    Agribusiness

  • 15:00 - 15:30
    Coffee/Tea Break

    Free networking/refreshment period

  • 15:30 - 17:30
    Thematic Session: Investments

    -GIPC presentation on the investment opportunities on district assemblies, -Cocoa Production/Processing & Value Addition - The Big Push agenda and the Ghana Gold Board.
    Investment

  • 19:00 - 21:00
    Networking Dinner

    GNBCC/SOS/GhanaFest

  • 10:00 - 12:00
    Sector Session: Cocoa & Cocoa Products

    Guest speaker story on Ghana's role in global cocoa; panel on the future of cocoa — local processing vs raw bean exports, lessons from the 2023 crisis.
    Agribusiness

  • 12:00 - 13:00
    Lunch Break

  • 13:00 - 15:00
    Sector Session: Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare

    Guest speaker overview of Ghana's healthcare status and needs; panel on solving Ghana's biggest healthcare challenges.
    Healthcare

  • 13:00 - 14:30
    Lunch Time!

  • 15:00 - 17:00
    Sector Session: Made in Ghana Products & NonTraditional Exports

    Showcase and discussion on Ghana's nontraditional export basket textiles, apparel, processed foods, crafts; buyer Q&A on standards, packaging and market access.
    Made in Ghana Products

  • 17:00
    Closing Remarks & Handover

    Closing remarks marking the end of structured B2B, technical, matchmaking and investment engagements.


Location

RAI Amsterdam
(Amtrium 1 & 2)

Registration

Packages

  • Non-Exhibiting Attendee

    Ghanaian Exhibitors & Attendees
  • Accommodation (3-star, breakfast incl., 7th–15th December 2026)
  • Full Exhibition Grounds Access
  • B2B Networking Session
  • Corporate Dinner
  • Dutch Business/Facility Tours
  • €4,500
  • SME Exhibitor

    Ghanaian Exhibitors & Attendees
  • Exhibition Stand (Branded table stand)
  • Accommodation (3-star, breakfast incl., 7th–15th December 2026)
  • Full Exhibition Grounds Access
  • B2B Networking Session
  • Corporate Dinner
  • Dutch Business/Facility Tours
  • Official Visa Support Invitation Letter
  • Logo Feature — Catalogue & Website
  • Company Profile in Exhibitor Brochure (150 words + image)
  • €5,000
  • Shell Scheme Standard

    Ghanaian Exhibitors & Attendees
  • Exhibition Stand - 4x4m branded shell scheme stand
  • Accommodation (3-star, breakfast incl., 7th–15th December 2026)
  • Full Exhibition Grounds Access
  • B2B Networking Session
  • Corporate Dinner
  • Dutch Business/Facility Tours
  • Official Visa Support Invitation Letter
  • Logo Feature — Catalogue & Website
  • Company Profile in Exhibitor Brochure (300 words + image )
  • €6,000
  • Non-Exhibiting Attendee (EU)

    Dutch / European Exhibitors & Attendees
  • Full Exhibition Grounds Access
  • B2B Networking Session
  • Corporate Dinner
  • Dutch Business/Facility Tours
  • €600
  • SME Exhibitor (EU)

    Dutch / European Exhibitors & Attendees
  • Exhibition Stand - Branded table stand
  • Full Exhibition Grounds Access
  • B2B Networking Session
  • Corporate Dinner
  • Dutch Business/Facility Tours
  • Logo Feature — Catalogue & Website
  • Company Profile in Exhibitor Brochure (150 words + image )
  • €1,500
  • Shell Scheme Standard (EU)

    Dutch / European Exhibitors & Attendees
  • Exhibition Stand - 4x4m branded shell scheme stand
  • Full Exhibition Grounds Access
  • B2B Networking Session
  • Corporate Dinner
  • Dutch Business/Facility Tours
  • Logo Feature — Catalogue & Website
  • Company Profile in Exhibitor Brochure (300 words + image )
  • €2,400

What you’ll experience at the conference

GhanaFest Europe coffee, 8th–10th December 2026

Coffee Culture

GhanaFest Europe concert, 8th–10th December 2026

All Star Music Concert

GhanaFest Europe expo-red, 8th–10th December 2026

Cultural Festival

GhanaFest Europe expo-blue, 8th–10th December 2026

The Conference

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