African Leadership Magazine is proud to announce that Mr Simon Madjie, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), has confirmed his attendance at the 16th African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA) 2026. The prestigious event will take place on 2–3 July 2026 at the iconic House of Lords, London, United Kingdom.
Mr Madjie’s participation at this landmark gathering reflects his significant contributions to investment promotion, private-sector development, economic transformation, and Ghana’s growing position as a leading investment destination in Africa. As one of the continent’s prominent investment promotion executives, he has played a key role in advancing policies and initiatives that attract both domestic and foreign direct investment into strategic sectors of the Ghanaian economy.
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The African Business Leadership Awards are among Africa’s most respected platforms for celebrating excellence in leadership, innovation, enterprise, and sustainable development. The 16th edition is expected to convene an influential network of policymakers, business leaders, investors, diplomats, academics, development partners, and thought leaders from across Africa and around the world.
As Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, Mr Madjie has been instrumental in strengthening Ghana’s investment ecosystem and promoting the country as a competitive destination for global investors. Under his leadership, GIPC continues to support initiatives aimed at facilitating investment, improving investor confidence, and creating opportunities for sustainable economic growth, industrialisation, and job creation.
A respected investment promotion professional and economic development advocate, Mr Madjie has consistently championed public-private collaboration, business competitiveness, and strategic partnerships that drive national development. His leadership has contributed to enhancing Ghana’s reputation as a stable and attractive market for investment across sectors, including manufacturing, agribusiness, technology, infrastructure, energy, and services.
Beyond his responsibilities at GIPC, Mr Madjie remains committed to fostering stronger economic partnerships between Ghana and the international business community. His work continues to support efforts aimed at expanding trade, encouraging innovation, and strengthening the role of investment as a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable development.
Commenting on his confirmation, the editorial board of African Leadership Magazine highlighted the significance of his participation.
“Mr Simon Madjie represents the forward-looking leadership required to strengthen Africa’s investment landscape and unlock new opportunities for economic growth. Through his dedication to investment promotion, private-sector development, and strategic partnership building, he continues to contribute meaningfully to Ghana’s economic progress and Africa’s broader development agenda. We are delighted to welcome him to the 16th African Business Leadership Awards and look forward to his participation in this important gathering of African leaders.”
The 16th African Business Leadership Awards will feature high-level policy conversations, investment dialogues, leadership showcases, strategic networking sessions, and collaborative engagements designed to foster partnerships and accelerate Africa’s development agenda.
As Africa continues to attract global investment and deepen economic integration, the participation of distinguished leaders such as Mr Simon Madjie underscores the critical importance of visionary leadership, investment facilitation, and sustainable economic development in shaping the continent’s future.
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