About the Ghana-Israel Business Chamber
Established in 2016, we are dedicated to fostering trade and economic cooperation between Ghana and Israel.
Mission & Vision
The Ghana-Israel Business Chamber (GIBC) was established in November 2016 by the Embassy of Israel in Ghana in collaboration with private sector partners. As a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee, we operate under the Companies' Code of Ghana to promote bilateral trade and economic relations.
Our vision is to be the premier platform for business engagement between Ghana and Israel, enabling companies in both countries to discover opportunities, forge partnerships, and achieve growth through cross-border collaboration.
Working closely with the Trade and Economic Mission of the Embassy of Israel and the Israel Export Institute, we facilitate business activities for Israeli investors in Ghana and Ghanaian investors in Israel, connecting them to the right partners, markets, and opportunities.
Our Core Objectives
Trade Facilitation
Organising trade missions, business delegations, and B2B engagements between Ghana and Israel.
Capacity Building
Conducting professional workshops, masterclasses, and training programs to build business capacity.
Business Advisory
Providing market entry services, research, and strategic advisory for businesses expanding across borders.
Advocacy & Representation
Advocating for member interests and strengthening the bilateral business ecosystem.
Key Milestones
Chamber Established
Launched at a ceremony graced by Israel's Ambassador Ami Mehl, Archbishop Duncan-Williams, and leading business figures from both nations.
First Trade Missions
Organised inaugural delegations to Cybertech Tel Aviv, Cyber Week, and WATEC Israel, establishing the Chamber's core trade mission programme.
Expanding Horizons
Added Biomed, Agritech, Renewable Energy, and HLS & Cyber conferences. Launched local capacity building with Tax and Procurement Masterclasses.
Growth & Resilience
Expanded to Fintech Week and Power Africa. Adapted to virtual programmes during the pandemic, including a Cybersecurity Professional Update Workshop.
Global Expansion
Extended reach beyond Israel to include conferences in Barcelona, Stuttgart, and Zurich. Organised the first End of Year Networking Gala.
New Leadership
Dr. Samuel Gordon Etroo elected President, ushering in a new era of growth with expanded programming and strategic vision for the Chamber.
Chamber Leadership
Our leadership team brings together experienced professionals committed to strengthening Ghana-Israel business relations.
Dr. Samuel Gordon Etroo
PresidentFounding member and serial entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience across broadcasting, construction, mining, real estate, banking, and telecommunications. CEO of Space FM and Managing Director of Sametro Company Limited. Elected President in July 2025.
Edem Kofi Yevutsey
General SecretaryFounding member and operational leader of the Chamber. Previously served as Trade and Economic Coordinator at the Embassy of Israel in Ghana for five years.
The Chamber is governed by an Executive Council elected by its members. Full council details are available to members in the Members Vault.