In a groundbreaking move to reposition South Tongu as a magnet for investment and innovation, Member of Parliament Maxwell Kwame Lukutor has launched an ambitious development initiative through the maiden South Tongu Business & Investment Forum, held at the Royal Sekina City in Sogakofe.
Far from a ceremonial gathering, the event marked a strategic turning point for the district—bringing together local and international investors, development partners, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and traditional authorities under the unifying theme: “Harnessing Local and Global Partnerships for Sustainable Development in South Tongu.”
“We are not here to seek aid—we are here to spark enterprise,” declared Hon. Lukutor, whose message set a bold tone for the forum. “South Tongu is brimming with untapped potential, and our mission is to convert that potential into real prosperity through strategic partnerships, modern skills, and inclusive innovation.”
The forum mapped out seven priority sectors: agriculture and agribusiness, tourism, education and skills, manufacturing, digital economy, commerce, and youth development. Key highlights included plans for mechanized farming, SME industrial zones, tech innovation hubs, and a flagship multi-purpose sports complex—all designed to unlock jobs and boost local wealth creation.
Panels and exhibitions throughout the day served as active networking arenas, with investors engaging directly with young entrepreneurs and development planners. Ecobank’s George Amewu, the guest speaker, emphasized the need for regulatory ease, digital infrastructure, and financing tools to foster a thriving investment climate.
District Chief Executive Hon. Victoria Dzeklo pledged unwavering support, echoing the MP’s vision and affirming the Assembly’s readiness to fast-track enabling policies and infrastructure.
With concrete investor interest already expressed in agribusiness, hospitality, and digital services, the forum is expected to catalyze a wave of private-sector-led development. Traditional leaders and diaspora stakeholders pledged ongoing collaboration, signaling long-term commitment to a shared transformation blueprint.
As Hon. Lukutor put it, “This is not just a forum—it is the foundation of a new economic era for South Tongu.”
The momentum is real, the vision is clear, and South Tongu is officially open for business.
