The Egyptian Ambassador to Ghana, His Excellency Wael Fathy
Ahmed, has expressed strong support for Egypt’s participation in the Regal
Influence Summit 2026, including an assurance of the in-person participation of
the President of Egypt, His Excellency Abdel Fattah Saeed Hussein Khalil
el-Sisi. This follows a diplomatic meeting this week with the summit’s main
organizers.
On Friday, Jan. 2, 2026, Rev. Kennedy Okosun, Executive Chairman
of Krif Foundation Ghana Limited, led a delegation to meet with Ambassador Wael
Fathy Ahmed at the Egyptian Embassy in Accra. They talked about Egypt’s
involvement in the high-profile business and leadership conference set for Jan.
23–25, 2026.
The summit aims to gather government officials, entrepreneurs,
thought leaders, and investors from across Africa and beyond. They will explore
ways to cooperate economically and develop leadership.
During the meeting, Rev. Okosun formally invited the ambassador
and Egyptian stakeholders, including private-sector leaders and government
representatives, to take part in the summit’s events and activities. He
stressed the summit’s vision of building bridges between emerging economies. He
also talked about creating strong platforms for dialogue on trade, investment,
and sustainable development.
Ambassador Ahmed welcomed the invitation. He praised the Regal
Influence Summit as a timely platform to showcase Egypt’s economic strengths
and innovative potential. He pointed out Egypt’s key priorities in areas like
agriculture, technology, tourism, and manufacturing. He described these sectors
as ideal for international collaboration and investment.
“We see this summit as a unique chance to present Egypt’s
growing economic agenda and to form partnerships that benefit both our
nations,” Ambassador Ahmed said, according to officials present at the meeting.
He mentioned that Egypt’s diverse economy, along with ongoing
reforms and investment incentives, positions the country as a competitive
player in both African and global markets. Agriculture and agribusiness were
highlighted as sectors with major untapped potential for mutual benefits
through international cooperation.
The ambassador assured Rev. Okosun that he would actively
promote engagement with relevant Egyptian authorities and business networks to
encourage participation in the summit. This will involve discussions with
private-sector leaders and government agencies to boost their attendance and
collaboration. He emphasized that his office would help connect summit
organizers with key Egyptian stakeholders and decision-makers.
“I will do my best to encourage Egyptian business people and
representatives to attend the Regal Influence Summit,” Ambassador Ahmed said.
This demonstrates strong diplomatic support for deeper economic engagement.
Rev. Okosun expressed optimism that Egypt’s involvement would
significantly enhance the summit’s international appeal. He noted it would also
broaden the opportunities for meaningful discussions on trade, innovation, and
cross-border cooperation. He said including Egyptian entrepreneurs and
policymakers would offer valuable insights aimed at strengthening economic ties
among Africa’s emerging markets.
“The participation of Egyptian delegates would not only improve
the quality of dialogue at the summit but also create long-lasting partnerships
that further our shared goals,” Rev. Okosun said.
With the growing diplomatic and economic ties between Accra and
Cairo, the Regal Influence Summit 2026 is set to be a dynamic forum for
strategic discussions among leaders across various sectors. Organizers plan to
focus on leadership development, economic empowerment, and building new
commercial alliances that extend beyond regional borders.
Egypt and Ghana have a long history of working together. Both
countries continually seek to improve bilateral and multilateral relations
through trade, technology, education, and cultural exchange. Recent diplomatic
exchanges have strengthened this relationship. Ambassador Wael Fathy Ahmed has
taken part in discussions about vocational education, technical training, and
joint projects that support workforce development and capacity building.
Both sides described Friday’s meeting as constructive and
focused on the future. They expect more discussions as preparations for the
Regal Influence Summit ramp up in the coming weeks. Officials noted that
continued dialogue will be vital to maximizing the summit’s impact and ensuring
that Egyptian participation leads to real opportunities for cooperation and
growth.
As Accra prepares to host the summit later this month, the
endorsement from the Egyptian ambassador marks a significant step toward deeper
engagement. It highlights the potential for stronger ties between Egypt and
Ghana in commerce, leadership, and innovation.
By Kingsley Asiedu
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