The Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Sampson Ahi, has urged renewed commitment to Africa’s economic transformation through trade, industrialisation, agribusiness and innovation, while highlighting the role of faith and values in sustainable development.

Speaking at the 2026 Let Africa Go Conference at Anagkazo Campus in Akwapim Mampong on May 14, 2026, he described the gathering as a platform for advancing Africa’s socio‑economic renewal and said the continent is entering a new era defined by hope, resilience, innovation and self‑determination.

He noted that Africa’s narrative has long been shaped by poverty and underdevelopment, but stressed the continent’s potential through its youthful population, natural resources, entrepreneurial spirit and spiritual heritage.

“The clarion call of ‘Let Africa Go’ is not just spiritual; it is deeply economic and developmental, Africans are increasingly taking ownership of their development agenda with solutions tailored to the continent’s realities," he stated.

Mr Ahi highlighted the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as a transformative opportunity for a unified African market capable of unlocking growth, creating jobs and fostering shared prosperity.

He also argued that development must be anchored in moral and ethical values, with faith‑based organizations playing a critical role in shaping national consciousness, promoting social cohesion and supporting ethical leadership.

The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, praised the church’s contributions to education and healthcare in Ghana and called on faith‑based organizations across Africa to support holistic development.

He reiterated the need for investment in human resources and digital technology and urged unity and collaboration for the continent’s progress.

"The Let Africa Go Movement seeks to catalyze spiritual, social, and cultural revival across Africa through prayer, leadership development, and strategic partnerships.

“Development without values is not development. It is merely growth, and growth without direction can be as destructive as it is productive,” he said.