Gizella Tetteh-Agbotui urges real estate expansion beyond southern Ghana

The Deputy Minister of Works, Housing and Water Resources, Gizella Tetteh-Agbotui, has formally urged real estate developers to decentralize their operations and extend investments beyond southern Ghana. Speaking at the official launch of the Graphic-GREDA Housing Fair 2026, the Deputy Minister emphasized that shifting focus to other regions is essential to addressing the national housing deficit and ensuring that quality housing is accessible to all citizens, regardless of their location.

The upcoming fair, a collaboration between the Graphic Communications Group Ltd and the Ghana Real Estate Developers Association (GREDA), is scheduled to take place from December 3 to December 5, 2026. The event aims to provide a platform for stakeholders to showcase sustainable building solutions and address the various financial and structural barriers that prevent many Ghanaians from achieving homeownership. Tetteh-Agbotui noted that tapping into these underserved markets would not only provide housing but also stimulate regional economies.

To make housing more affordable, the Deputy Minister highlighted the importance of incorporating local building materials into modern construction. She argued that reducing the reliance on imported materials is a critical step in lowering overall project costs. Furthermore, she encouraged developers to participate in government-led housing finance initiatives designed to provide the necessary capital and support for large-scale residential projects across the country.

Industry leaders present at the launch echoed the Deputy Minister's sentiments, acknowledging that policy reforms and stronger public-private partnerships are necessary to bridge the housing gap. The Graphic-GREDA Housing Fair 2026 is expected to serve as a catalyst for these discussions, bringing together investors, policymakers, and prospective homeowners to explore innovative ways to make the Ghanaian housing market more inclusive and resilient.