Ghana Property & Lifestyle Expo Targets Dubai Expansion to Drive Diaspora Investment Home

December 17, 2025

The Ghana Property & Lifestyle Expo is strengthening its role as a global investment bridge for Ghana’s real estate sector, with plans to expand to Dubai in 2026 as part of its 10th anniversary celebrations.

Speaking at the Accra edition of the Expo, Co-Founder Anna Agyekum disclosed that the planned Dubai showcase will complement existing editions in the United States and the United Kingdom, before the Expo concludes annually in Ghana.

According to her, the decision to move into Dubai is driven by the growing Ghanaian population in the Middle East and the increasing appetite for structured investment opportunities back home.

“There’s a strong Ghanaian diaspora in Dubai, and also Ghanaians living and earning good money there. We want to encourage inward investment and ensure people understand how to invest safely and successfully,” she said.

Now in its ninth year, the Ghana Property & Lifestyle Expo has evolved into a trusted platform addressing one of the biggest concerns facing diaspora investors: security and transparency. While interest in Ghana’s property market continues to grow, organisers say concerns around fraud, land litigation and poorly structured developments remain a major challenge.

Anna Agyekum explained that strategic collaboration with key state institutions has been critical in building investor confidence and strengthening the Expo’s credibility.

“This year, we have the support of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), the Ghana Diaspora Office, and the Ghana Tourism Authority. People are recognising our mission and trusting the platform,” she noted.

The Expo brings together vetted real estate developers, financial institutions and lifestyle brands under one roof, allowing investors to interact directly with decision-makers. Co-Founder Victoria Ajokun, who is also CEO of On Point Property Management, described the Expo as a value-chain platform designed to remove uncertainty for buyers.

“People used to say they didn’t know how to find credible developers. Bringing everyone together allows investors to meet them one-on-one and make informed decisions,” she explained.

Financial institutions have also become central to the Expo’s growing appeal. Fidelity Bank, through its mortgage and escrow services, offers financing of up to 80 percent of a property’s value, alongside title perfection and equity release options.

Mortgage Manager at Fidelity Bank, Abdul Razak Gyimah, described Ghana’s property market as a resilient and attractive long-term investment.

“Fidelity Bank can finance up to 80 percent of the selling price of the property. The customer contributes 20 percent equity, and the mortgage can run for up to 20 years. Property values in Ghana appreciate over time, allowing investors to earn rental income while benefiting from capital gains,” he said.

Developers participating in the Expo say the diaspora remains a major driver of demand, particularly for properties located near airports, commercial districts and business hubs. Nora Asiedu of Dustin Properties noted that buyers are increasingly focused on proximity, proper documentation and sustainability features.

With growing institutional backing and ambitious global expansion plans, the Ghana Property & Lifestyle Expo is positioning itself not merely as an exhibition, but as a trusted gateway for structured, secure diaspora investment into Ghana’s real estate sector.