Ga Mantse King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II Drives Ghana–Canada Investment Dialogue at Landmark Toronto Forum
Traditional Leader Takes Centre Stage in Advancing Bilateral Trade, Investment and Economic Cooperation
By Ebenezer Adu-Gyamfi / Emmanuel Ayiku | GhanaianNewsCanada | July 13, 2026
TORONTO, CANADA — His Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, the Ga Mantse, has been recognized as a central figure in strengthening economic diplomacy between Ghana and Canada for his leading role in the successful 2026 Ghana–Canada Investment Forum held in Toronto.
Serving as Chairperson of the high-level forum, the Ga Mantse brought together government officials, diplomats, business executives, investors, and members of the Ghanaian diaspora to explore new opportunities for trade, investment, and long-term economic cooperation between the two countries.
The event, hosted at the Westin Harbour Castle Hotel in Toronto, focused on Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme, an ambitious national strategy designed to stimulate industrial production, expand exports, create employment and attract foreign direct investment. Approximately 135 participants attended the forum, representing both public- and private-sector institutions from Ghana and Canada.
A Royal Voice for Economic Transformation
As Chairperson of the forum, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II underscored the importance of building strategic international partnerships capable of driving sustainable economic growth.
His participation reflected the increasingly influential role traditional leadership is playing in promoting investment, supporting national development and strengthening Ghana’s engagement with the international business community.
The Ga Mantse’s presence also reinforced Ghana’s message that investment promotion extends beyond government institutions, with traditional authorities serving as trusted ambassadors for economic cooperation and cultural diplomacy.
Spotlight on Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy
A major focus of the investment forum was Ghana’s flagship 24-Hour Economy initiative.
Representing the Office of the President, Ras Mubarak, speaking on behalf of Chief of Staff Dr. Julius Debrah, invited Canadian investors to partner Ghana in expanding manufacturing, agribusiness, logistics, tourism, energy and export-oriented industries.
He described Ghana as a strategic gateway to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), offering businesses access to a market of more than 1.5 billion people across Africa.
Ghana and Canada Deepen Economic Partnership
Throughout the forum, speakers highlighted the longstanding relationship between Ghana and Canada while encouraging stronger commercial partnerships in infrastructure, finance, technology, artificial intelligence, tourism and industrial development.
Investment experts, financial executives and business leaders participated in panel discussions exploring:
- Cross-border investment opportunities
- Diaspora investment
- Supply-chain innovation
- Artificial intelligence and digital transformation
- Sustainable economic development
- Financial governance and investment readiness
Participants agreed that Ghana’s political stability, strategic geographic location and expanding economy continue to position the country as one of Africa’s most attractive investment destinations.
Building Bridges Beyond Business
The investment forum extended beyond economic discussions by strengthening relationships between Ghanaian traditional leadership and the Ghanaian diaspora in Canada.
Following the conference, organizers hosted the Canada Royal Gala in honour of King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II. The event also served as a fundraiser for the Ga Mantse Foundation, supporting cultural preservation, philanthropy, and stronger ties between Ghana and Ghanaians living abroad.
Observers described the King’s participation as symbolic of a broader vision that combines economic development with cultural identity and community engagement.
Growing Momentum for Ghana–Canada Relations
Business leaders attending the forum welcomed the renewed commitment to strengthening bilateral trade, noting that Canada remains an important partner in sectors such as mining, education, agriculture, clean technology, finance and innovation.
Organizers indicated that follow-up meetings with investors, business executives and diaspora entrepreneurs are expected in the coming months as discussions move from dialogue to implementation.
Looking Ahead
As Ghana continues pursuing its industrialisation agenda and Canada seeks deeper commercial engagement across Africa, the 2026 Ghana–Canada Investment Forum is expected to catalyze future partnerships.
With King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II providing leadership at one of the year’s most significant bilateral investment gatherings, the forum demonstrated how traditional leadership, government and the private sector can work together to promote investment, strengthen international cooperation and create lasting opportunities for both nations.
