Diaspora to Ghana: Business Success Toolkit + Expo

Your complete toolkit for running a successful business in Ghana. If you’ve ever wanted to start a business in Ghana, but were raised outside of the country, and thus are unfamiliar with the norms, best practices, and requirements, this workshop is for you. We’ve brought together the top industry experts to share all that you need to know to hit the ground running from A-Z, all for less than a fraction of an attorney consultation.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Requirements for Registering a Business
  • Investment capital requirements for Expatriate Entrepreneurs
  • Top investment sectors in Ghana and incentives for Investors
  • Obtaining Residency and a Work Permit under your Business
  • Hiring Ghanaians and how to Motivate your Team for Success
  • Benefits, Labor laws, and Compensation Norms
  • Diaspora business banking & Financing Opportunities
  • Corporate Taxpayer registration and Compliance
  • Investment Sector-based Industry Knowledge


Why Attend?

  • Learn from expert speakers
  • Engage with companies and service providers
  • Network and meet new friends, partners, and government stakeholders
  • Insightful workshops specific to your goals and investment interests

Bonus! Free Toolkit including a sample HR/Employee manual, Ghana statutory holidays list, registration forms for social security, taxpayers authority, postal box, diaspora bank account info, business mobile phone contacts, and exclusive discounts on business registration, mentorship, and attorney consultations.

8:45 am - 9:15 am Accra & Virtual

Government Support for Diaspora-Owned Businesses in Ghana

Learn about the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, Diaspora Investment Desk, and their mandate for assisting diaspora and expatriate business owners set up to do business in Ghana

9:30 am - 10:20 am Accra & Virtual

Business Registration & Obtaining Residency in Ghana

Learn how to register a business in Ghana, whether to establish your company as fully foreign owned, or with a Ghanaian partner, how to obtain a work permit under your business for residency in the country, investment capital requirements (do I really need $500,000 USD to open a business in Ghana?), and more.

12:05 pm - 1:05 pm Accra & Virtual

Corporate Taxation, Compliance Tax Incentives

Explore corporate taxation in Ghana, how to register your business to pay taxes in Ghana, tax-saving incentives for business owners, monthly and annual tax filing requirements, and more.

2:20 pm - 2:50 pm Accra & Virtual

Bank Accounts & Business Financing for the Diaspora

Explore the best personal and business bank accounts to transact smoothly in Ghana. Learn how to process payroll through your banking institution, and learn about financing opportunities for investors in Ghana.

3:05 pm - 3:50 pm Accra & Virtual

Securing a Residential, Commercial, or Work Space in Ghana

Learn about the housing market in Ghana, and explore opportunities for renting or buying residential real estate, as well as commercial offices or storefronts for your business. For digital nomads, learn about the workspace scene in Ghana, and how to rent an office space on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis.

4:05 pm - 4:50 pm Accra & Virtual

Navigating Culture when Employing Ghanaians

Explore the cultural differences that exist between expatriate bosses, and their Ghanaian team members. Learn how to get the best out of your employees for optimal productivity and results.

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Entrepreneur's Networking Mixer

Mix and mingle with present and future entrepreneurs in Ghana. Build connections, find partners, and engage with government stakeholders to propel your business to the next level. Food, drinks, fun, meet & greet.

  • Date : December 19, 2024 - December 20, 2024
  • Time : 8:00 am - 6:30 pm (Africa/Accra)
  • Venue : Accra, Ghana

Organizers

African Diaspora Resource Centre