Ghana International Bank

Also known as: GIB · GHIB

Ghana International Bank — UK-based institution established in 1959 financing trade and connecting Ghanaian businesses to international capital markets.

2026-05-222026-08-29

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June 2026
11 JunJoy Online
UK-based Ghana International Bank “GhIB”, has had its Chief Executive Officer, Dean Adansi, relieved of his duties. …
Ghana International Bank CEO sacked, new CEO named
8 JunJoy Online
… The high-level engagement took place at a breakfast meeting organised by Ghana International Bank (GHIB) and the Ghana High Commission to the United Kingdom and Ireland on the sidelines of the UK-Ghana Investment Summit. …
Ghana makes strong investment pitch in London as Finance Minister, BoG Governor court global investors
8 JunBusiness & Financial Times
… The breakfast meeting, convened by Ghana International Bank (GHIB) in partnership with the Ghana High Commission to the United Kingdom and Ireland, was held on the sidelines of the UK-Ghana Investment Summit and attracted major financial institutions and market participants from …
Finance Minister, Governor present powerful, unified case for Ghana to global financiers and investors
2 JunJoy Online
… Asiama disclosed this at a High-Level Ghana International Bank Breakfast Meeting in London. …
We are fully committed to protecting current gains – BoG Governor
May 2026
22 MayJoy Online
The Ghana International Bank (GIB) says it is intensifying engagement with key stakeholders across Ghana’s financial sector as part of efforts to support economic growth and create stronger opportunities for businesses. …
GIB advocates deeper financial sector collaboration for growth

Business

GHIB CEO outlines bank's vision supporting Ghanaian businesses globally

The News

The new CEO of Ghana International Bank spent 10 working days in Ghana during his first month to understand the bank's customers and communities, and believes GHIB's greatest opportunities lie in financing trade and partnering with Ghanaian businesses as they expand internationally. Since its establishment in 1959, the bank has served as a bridge between Ghana and the world's financial markets.

31 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 31 July

GHIB CEO outlines bank's vision supporting Ghanaian businesses globally
The new CEO of Ghana International Bank spent 10 working days in Ghana during his first month to understand the bank's customers and communities, and believes GHIB's greatest opportunities lie in financing trade and partnering with Ghanaian businesses as they expand internationally. Since its establishment in 1959, the bank has served as a bridge between Ghana and the world's financial markets.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana International Bank CEO outlines expansion vision
The new Chief Executive of Ghana International Bank says the bank's main opportunities lie in financing trade and supporting Ghanaian businesses expanding globally, and that Ghana remains the foundation of the institution established in 1959.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 28 July

Minister urges bank to increase export-ready SME financing
Ghana's Trade Minister has called on Ghana International Bank to increase financing for export-ready businesses and SMEs to accelerate export growth and industrialisation. The Minister also encouraged the bank to explore investment in agro-processing, particularly cocoa, cashew and oil palm value chains, and noted government plans to expand the Ekumfi Juice Factory to increase fruit processing and boost UK market presence.
28 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 16 July

Parliament approves Regina House London lease renewal
Parliament has approved renewal of the head lease of Regina House in London for another 150 years, a strategic national asset housing the Ghana International Bank and other tenants. The renewal will cost the government £17.25 million.
16 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 15 July

GHIB and GEXIM partner to expand Ghana's export financing capabilities
Ghana International Bank and the Ghana Export-Import Bank are formalizing a partnership through a Non-Disclosure Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding to deepen cooperation on trade finance and international banking services, aiming to help Ghanaian businesses access global markets.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 14 July

Parliament approves £17m lease extension for Regina House in London
Parliament has approved a £17 million lease extension enabling Ghana to retain Regina House, which houses the Ghana International Bank, for an additional 150 years in London's financial district. The decision follows committee review and comes amid concerns over the building's condition and calls for more efficient commercial use of the property.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 16 June

Government denies plan to sell Ghana shares in London bank
The Government of Ghana has denied reports that the central bank plans to sell Ghana's stake in the London-based Ghana International Bank, following concerns raised by IMANI Africa Vice President Kofi Bentil about the Bank of Ghana's financial decisions.
16 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana International Bank appoints Ian Greenstreet as CEO
Ghana International Bank has appointed veteran financial services executive Ian Greenstreet as Chief Executive Officer, subject to regulatory approval in the United Kingdom. The appointment is intended to strengthen the bank's role in connecting Ghana's economy with international capital markets and global trade flows.
16 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana International Bank names Ian Greenstreet CEO
Ghana International Bank has appointed veteran financial services executive Ian Greenstreet as its new Chief Executive Officer, subject to UK regulatory approval. The appointment aims to strengthen the bank's position as a bridge between Ghana's economy and international capital and trade markets.
16 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Thursday 11 June

Bank of Ghana Governor announces new GHIB CEO, growth plans
The Bank of Ghana Governor, Dr. Johnson Asiama, stated that the Ghana International Bank will become a leading financial bridge between Africa and international capital markets. The GHIB Board announced Chartered Accountant and Banker Ian Greenstreet as the new CEO, subject to regulatory approval, succeeding Dean Adansi who led the bank for eight years.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana International Bank CEO Dean Adansi relieved, Ian Greenstreet named
UK-based Ghana International Bank's Chief Executive Officer Dean Adansi has been relieved of his duties by the Board, which is controlled by the Government of Ghana through the Bank of Ghana. Ian Owulakwao Greenstreet, an investment banker and financial risk management expert, has been named as his replacement, subject to regulatory approval.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 8 June

Ghana pitches economic recovery to London investors
Ghana's Finance Minister and Bank of Ghana Governor presented the government's economic reform programme—including debt restructuring, fiscal discipline, and financial sector strengthening—to international investors and financiers at a breakfast meeting in London.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's finance chief and central bank governor pitch economy to London investors
Ghana's Finance Minister and Bank of Ghana Governor presented the country's economic reforms and investment prospects to international financiers and investors at a high-level breakfast meeting in London, highlighting debt restructuring, fiscal consolidation and monetary policy measures aimed at macroeconomic stabilisation.
8 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Tuesday 2 June

BoG Governor commits to protecting monetary gains and banking sector
The Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama said the central bank is committed to sustaining monetary gains and safeguarding banking sector resilience to reinforce trust in the financial system. He also stated that institutions like Ghana International Bank are positioned to address Africa's estimated US$80 billion annual trade finance gap.
2 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 22 May

GIB intensifies financial sector engagement for economic growth
Ghana International Bank says closer collaboration among financial institutions and market participants is essential for building a resilient financial ecosystem and supporting investment and long-term development. The bank's Divisional Head for Corporate and Institutional Banking stressed that stronger partnerships can improve access to finance, enhance market confidence and support sustainable economic expansion.
22 May 2026 · Joy Online →