President Mahama Commissions $1.3 Billion Sentuo Airport Garden City as Ghana’s Infrastructure Drive Accelerates

President John Dramani Mahama has officially broken ground on the US$1.3 billion Sentuo Airport Garden City in Accra, signaling a major boost for Ghana’s urban landscape and economic prospects. During the sod-cutting ceremony on September 15, 2026, the President commended the Sentuo Group and its Executive Chairman, Xu Ningquan, for their commitment to the nation’s development. The mixed-use project is expected to create over 3,000 jobs and features a 600-room hotel, 582 premium apartments, a 2,500-capacity conference facility, and a healthcare center. President Mahama emphasized the importance of local participation, urging the developers to prioritize Ghanaian professionals and provide apprenticeships for the youth to ensure the investment translates into tangible skills for the local workforce.

This landmark investment coincides with a broader push for regional and international partnerships. While Accra's skyline prepares for transformation, traditional leaders from the Volta Region have successfully secured three major Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Chinese firms in Foshan, Guangdong Province. These agreements, focusing on technology, construction, and sustainable investment, are designed to drive industrialization within the region. Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, noted that such large-scale private investments are vital for the government’s economic transformation agenda and maintaining Ghana’s status as a premier destination for international business.

Domestically, state institutions are matching this growth through significant operational expansions and innovative financing models. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) reported a massive scale-up, launching 29 new offices within the last 18 months to reach a total of 62 locations nationwide. This expansion has been accompanied by a sharp rise in financial performance, with the authority’s surplus growing from GH¢5 million to GH¢25 million. Simultaneously, the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF) is championing a new blueprint for financing major public works. The fund is advocating for a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to manage the Accra–Kumasi Expressway, aiming to move away from traditional government debt toward a self-sustaining model that combines public and private capital.

These developments reflect a burgeoning real estate and infrastructure sector that is increasingly drawing global attention. The African Property Awards recently announced an expansion into the U.S., U.K., and Canada to capitalize on the growing interest in Africa’s real estate market, which is currently valued at over $17 trillion. As Ghana continues to refine its investment environment through projects like the Airport Garden City and modernized transport corridors, the government remains focused on ensuring that infrastructure development serves as a catalyst for long-term productivity and improved services for all citizens.