Agribusiness and Local Food Production: A Key to Ghana’s Economic Recovery – Adongo

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Ghana’s economic resurgence depends on agribusiness, mechanised farming, and reducing reliance on imported staple foods, according to Isaac Adongo, Member of Parliament for Bolgatanga Central and a board member of the Bank of Ghana. Speaking on GHOne TV on Monday, March 3, 2025, Mr. Adongo underscored that under the leadership of John Mahama, the National […]

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GAWU General Secretary Urges President Mahama to Provide Timelines for “Nkoko Nkitinkiti” Policy

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The General Secretary of the General Agriculture Workers Union (GAWU), Edward Kareweh, has called on President John Mahama to outline specific timelines for the implementation of the small-scale poultry initiative, known as “Nkoko Nkitinkiti.” President Mahama, in his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday, February 27, 2025, reaffirmed his government’s commitment to

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President Mahama Unveils Bold Plan to Industrialize Agriculture and Empower Youth

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Ghana’s agriculture sector has long been identified as a key driver of economic transformation, with experts advocating for strategic investments to unlock its full potential. As part of a renewed agenda, President John Dramani Mahama has announced that his administration will industrialize the sector to make it more attractive to young people. Speaking during his

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Ghana’s Cocoa Sector Faces Deep Financial Crisis – President Mahama

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President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that Ghana’s cocoa sector is in a serious financial crisis, with the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) burdened by a staggering debt of GHC32.5 billion. Delivering his State of the Nation Address in Parliament on Thursday, February 27, 2025, President Mahama disclosed that GHC9.7 billion of this debt is due

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Burkina Faso Maintains Export Ban on Key Agricultural Commodities; Ghanaian Traders Advised to Comply

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued an official notice regarding an ongoing export ban imposed by the Government of Burkina Faso on essential agricultural commodities, including rice, millet, maize, sorghum, and white beans (cowpea). This restriction was initially outlined in a joint communique dated December 19, 2023, which prohibited the export of these goods

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Ashaiman Residents Advocate for Agro-Processing Factories Under 24-Hour Economy Policy

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Residents of Ashaiman have urged President John Dramani Mahama to establish agro-processing factories in their municipality as part of the government’s 24-hour economy initiative. According to them, such factories would create employment opportunities, stimulate local economic growth, and enhance their contributions to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). They emphasized that Ashaiman has a dynamic

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Oti Regional Minister Announces Government’s Irrigation Project to Boost Agriculture

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The Oti Regional Minister, Mr. John Kwadwo Gyapong, has announced the government’s commitment to constructing an irrigation project in the region, a transformative initiative set to enhance agricultural productivity in the Biakoye and Krachi East Municipalities. According to the Minister, the project will bring significant benefits to the region, known for its fertile soil and

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Burkina Faso Implements Agricultural Work Program to Reduce Prison Sentences

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In a significant move aimed at reforming the country’s justice system, Burkina Faso has introduced a new initiative allowing prisoners and those awaiting trial to work in agriculture in exchange for reduced sentences. According to the newly enacted law, inmates will have their prison terms reduced by three months for every month spent working in

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Cocoa Smuggling Attempt Foiled: Ghana Immigration and Customs Seize 1,115 Gallons at Ave-Havi Border

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In a successful joint operation between officers of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) and the Ghana Revenue Authority’s Customs Division, a major cocoa smuggling attempt was foiled at the Ave-Havi border post. The officers intercepted a truck loaded with over 1,000 gallons of cocoa beans that were being illegally transported from Ghana to Togo. The

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Ghana’s Finest Cocoa, Perfected by Sekoe Chocolates

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Sekoe Chocolates is redefining the chocolate experience with a commitment to quality, sustainability, and Ghana’s rich cocoa heritage. As a proudly Ghanaian-owned bean-to-bar enterprise, Sekoe transforms locally sourced cocoa beans into premium chocolates, blending tradition with modern innovation to create flavors that celebrate the essence of Ghana. With the support of Kosmos Innovation Center (KIC)

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