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The UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) turned up the tempo on April 30, 2025, with a stylish celebration of International Jazz Day, blending music, culture, and business networking at the African Regent Hotel in Accra.
The event attracted a diverse gathering of jazz lovers, government stakeholders, and representatives from both Ghanaian and UK-based companies, in what was described as a vibrant celebration of heritage and international cooperation.
Sponsored by Audiovisual Systems, Aphro Palm Spirits, the African Regent Hotel, and Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC, the evening offered more than smooth jazz melodies. Guests engaged in lively conversations, explored potential partnerships, and enjoyed curated tastings — all against a backdrop of live music and visual art that celebrated the depth of African creativity.
The Executive Director of the UKGCC, Adjoba Kyiamah, explained the motivation behind the event, describing it as part of the Chamber’s broader mission to use cultural engagement as a tool to strengthen international trade relationships. “We create networking opportunities for our member companies to engage with each other as well as with key stakeholders,” she told the media. “This event is about building meaningful relationships in an informal, yet elegant, setting.”
The UKGCC, which regularly organises business-focused events and sector committee meetings, sees initiatives like the Jazz and Heritage celebration as critical in fostering trust and collaboration. Ms Kyiamah acknowledged that the first quarter of 2025 had presented challenges for some member companies but remained confident that the business climate would improve in the coming months.
She encouraged more businesses to consider joining the Chamber, saying the UKGCC advantage lies in its ability to help members “leverage key relationships and shared experiences to expand their businesses and increase their profits.”
An art exhibition ran parallel to the evening’s musical entertainment, further enriching the cultural experience. The visual displays, much like the jazz performances, drew attendees into a deeper reflection on heritage, expression, and the common threads that tie people together across borders.
For many, the 2025 edition of UKGCC’s Jazz and Heritage event was more than a business networking affair. It was a warm reminder that behind every trade partnership are stories, rhythms, and communities that give real meaning to international commerce.
