Goldstar Air’s arrival in Ghana’s Volta Region promises to be a game-changer for the local economy and the lives of its people.
The airline, backed by ambitious multibillion-dollar projects, is set to create thousands of jobs, transform infrastructure, and unlock the vast untapped potential of Volta Lake—the world’s largest man-made lake by surface area.
Goldstar Air, a Ghanaian-American private airline licensed by the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, plans to spearhead a historic economic revival across the Volta and Oti regions.
Its vision goes beyond transport, aiming to decentralize development, boost tourism, agribusiness, and regional infrastructure. This aligns with Ghana’s broader economic ambitions, tapping into Africa’s projected $16.3 trillion GDP by 2050.
Chairman and CEO Eric Bannerman emphasised the airline’s commitment to making Ho Airport a vital hub, connecting the region to international markets.
“Goldstar Air will help develop the Ho Airport and Volta Lake… boosting industrial growth, agriculture, trade, and tourism,” he said. The airline’s 24-hour operations will link Volta to Europe, North America, and neighboring West African countries, facilitating faster movement of people and goods, and tackling years of geographic isolation.
A cornerstone of this vision is the integration of aviation with local agribusiness.
By introducing reliable cargo services and cold-chain logistics, Goldstar Air will empower farmers to export perishable goods like fruits, vegetables, and seafood to global markets with minimal spoilage. This initiative is expected to generate foreign exchange and increase rural incomes substantially.
The airline is also keen to revitalize tourism around Volta Lake with cruise ships offering diverse amenities, transforming the area into a major leisure destination.
Additionally, plans for industrial organic farming—including fish farming and crop irrigation—will stimulate sustainable growth, restoring the lake’s ecosystem following the 2023 flood caused by the Akosombo Dam spillage.
Addressing unemployment, particularly among youth, is a key priority. Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu, Ghana’s acting government statistician, highlighted the urgent need for jobs, citing youth unemployment rates exceeding 25%. Goldstar Air’s operations will create direct and indirect employment in roles ranging from pilots and maintenance crews to freight forwarders and hospitality staff, offering a lifeline to many.
Goldstar Air’s long-term strategy involves a fleet of over 100 modern aircraft connecting more than 90 destinations worldwide. Its partnership with Boeing is pivotal, with plans to establish a certified aircraft maintenance hub in Ghana—further cementing the country’s role in global aerospace.
By transforming Ho Airport into a fully operational international hub, Goldstar Air aims to stimulate a vibrant industrial zone with investor-friendly infrastructure, attracting global companies and fostering economic diversification.
This initiative is designed to position the Volta Region as a beacon of Ghana’s 24-hour economy, generating sustainable wealth and opportunity for its people.
If successful, Goldstar Air’s bold venture could serve as a blueprint for regional development across Ghana, driving growth, connectivity, and prosperity in one of the country’s most promising yet underutilized regions.
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