In a call to global investors and policymakers, Mukesh V. Thakwani, CEO of B5 Plus, West Africa’s leading steel manufacturer, has urged the world to seize the moment and invest in Ghana’s industrial transformation. Speaking on the sidelines of the recently held Ghana–China Business Summitin Accra, Thakwani’s message was direct: “Let us strike while the iron is hot — while interest is high and the vision is fresh.”

His words echoed the broader sentiment expressed at the summit, which brought together investors, government leaders, and private sector actors to deepen bilateral trade and infrastructure collaboration. With Ghana positioning itself as a strategic gateway to West Africa, the summit amplified a single, consistent message: “Ghana is ready for serious business.”

Thakwani, a prominent industrialist and philanthropist, emphasized Ghana’s potential to become the industrial heartbeat of Africa, anchored by a vibrant private sector and a government increasingly committed to investor-friendly reforms. He reiterated his belief in Ghana’s future, particularly in the capacity and aspirations of its youth.

“India believes in Ghana’s potential, in your talent, and in the limitless opportunities ahead,” he stated, highlighting the trust Indian investors have in the country’s human capital and long-term economic outlook.

At the heart of his remarks was a rallying cry for deeper partnerships. “We are ready to invest. We are ready to partner. And we are ready to work hand-in-hand to make Ghana the industrial heartbeat of Africa,” Thakwani affirmed, as he encouraged more private sector collaboration to scale infrastructure, create jobs, and diversify the country’s industrial base.

B5 Plus has been a key player in Ghana’s industrial ecosystem, operating one of the region’s largest steel plants and creating thousands of direct and indirect jobs. Its expansion aligns with Ghana’s agenda to localize manufacturing, reduce imports, and position itself as a net exporter within the AfCFTA framework.