Canton Fair offers Ghanaian businesses a gateway to deeper China trade

For Ghanaian entrepreneurs looking beyond the domestic market, the Canton Fair is being presented as more than a large trade exhibition. It is a chance to meet manufacturers, examine new technology and pursue partnerships directly in Guangzhou.

Ghana's Ambassador to China, Kojo Bonsu, has called on businesses from across the economy to take part in the 140th China Import and Export Fair. The 140th edition will run in three phases from October 15 to November 4, 2026. Its phases are scheduled for October 15 to 19, October 23 to 27, and October 31 to November 4.

Bonsu said he had discussed the event with authorities in Canton, who agreed to provide special services for Ghanaian business people. He pointed to agriculture, construction, education, infrastructure, technology, automobiles, energy, mining and security as sectors where Ghanaian companies could seek opportunities.

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This October, Canton Fair event is coming up in Guangzhou, China, and I entreat my fellow Ghanaians to actively participate in it.

“This is an opportunity to enhance collaboration, expand businesses, and create new partnerships, thereby increasing our trade volumes,” the ambassador said.

The fair will cover about 1.55 million square metres and feature roughly 32,000 exhibitors, according to its organisers. The previous edition drew 314,000 overseas buyers from 220 countries and regions. For Ghanaian companies, the stated opportunity extends beyond importing finished goods, toward technology cooperation, manufacturing, investment and exports. Direct contact with manufacturers could also help businesses seeking machinery, electrical products, building materials, household goods and agricultural supplies.

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This is an opportunity to enhance collaboration, expand businesses, and create new partnerships, thereby increasing our trade volumes.