Ghanaian Parliament Speaker Bagbin urges Ewe diaspora to invest in the country’s economy
Speaker of the Parliament of Ghana Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, speaking in Washington, United States, urged the Ewe diaspora to use its international connections not only for cultural events and remittances, but also for investment and economic transformation in Ghana. This was reported by MyJoyOnline.
Bagbin was a special guest of honour at the celebration of the 33rd anniversary of the Council of Ewe Associations of North America (CEANA). According to him, the diaspora’s strong social ties can contribute to the country’s sustainable development. He noted that culture can bring people together not only for celebration, but also for development.
Investment links
CEANA, founded in 1993, has supported Ghana’s development for three decades, including through scholarships and assistance in building schools, libraries and medical facilities. Bagbin called on the association to become a bridge between traditional leaders and local stakeholders on the one hand, and international investors, universities, technology companies and development partners on the other.
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Among the priority areas, he named agriculture, tourism, infrastructure and entrepreneurship development. Member of the Council of State for the Volta Region Gabriel Tanko Kwamiga-Atokple stressed that the region’s potential can only be realized if traditional, political and community leaders are united. He also said that young people need jobs, mentorship, access to markets and technology.
Remittances as capital
Governor of the Bank of Ghana Johnson Asiama said that recent economic stabilization has created a foundation for diaspora investment. He called for remittances to be transformed into long-term productive capital. According to him, remittances reached $7.8 billion in 2025.
Asiama also mentioned the formalization of international money transfer operators, the Remit2Invest strategy, and the establishment of the Diaspora Engagement and Remittances Facilitation Office. These mechanisms are intended to direct diaspora funds into business, agriculture and technology.
