Ghana Venture Capital Association to host annual conference from April 24

The Ghana Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (GVCA) is excited to announce the "GVCA 2025 Conference." This event will be held on April 24-25, 2025. It will take place at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra.

The theme of the conference is “Catalysts for Economic Growth: Domestic Capital Mobilisation in an Evolving Investment Landscape.” The event aims to attract over 300 institutional investment stakeholders from across Africa.

The conference aligns with GVCA's mission. It promotes entrepreneurial success and stimulates private sector financing. Leaders from the venture and private equity industries will gather to shape a future driven by private capital in Ghana and Africa.

The GVCA 2025 Conference will provide several key opportunities:

- Build relationships among stakeholders.
- Share knowledge and expertise.
- Explore new investment opportunities.
- Discuss local capital mobilisation policies and regulations.
- Connect Ghanaian and African venture capital firms through B2B meetings.

This transformative event will include government officials, policymakers, global investment leaders, and CEOs. Representatives from multilateral institutions, chambers of commerce, business associations, and entrepreneurs will also attend. Sideline meetings will help member institutions connect with growth-stage businesses.

Participants can discuss solutions to current global trade challenges. These include supply chain issues, trade tariff hikes, and political crises.

Amma Gyampo, CEO of GVCA, commented on the conference's importance. She stated it would assess successes and challenges in venture capital sectors in Ghana. Engaging all stakeholders is crucial for economic recovery and inclusive growth. A supportive investment framework can catalyze economic development through patient capital and capacity building.

Attendees can participate in policy discussions, panel talks, and product exhibitions tailored for SMEs. Notable speakers include Bright Simons, Dr. Sangu Delle, Jerry Parkes, Christian Ekpo, Hamdiya Ismaila, Nana Ama Botchway, and Amma Gyampo herself. They will share their experiences to promote investment opportunities in Ghana and Africa.

About the Ghana Venture Capital & Private Equity Association:

Founded in 2021, GVCA represents venture capital and private equity interests in Ghana. It connects institutional investors with fund managers and service providers within Ghana's investment ecosystem. The growing membership includes various firms advocating for members among influential stakeholders like government agencies and media organizations.