In Accra, Ghana, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, Ghana’s Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, unveiled plans for the expansion of exports, the acceleration of industrialisation and the strengthening of local production. These plans form part of the Ministry’s 2026–2029 medium-term development framework. This strategy aims to diversify Ghana’s export portfolio, boost competitiveness in trade and agribusiness, and promote sustainable economic growth.
As part of its medium-term development framework for 2026–2029, the Ghanaian Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry has launched plans to boost exports, industrialisation and local production. Key initiatives include the Accelerated Export Development Programme, which reiterates the government’s overarching goal of generating US$10 billion in non-traditional export revenue by 2030, as well as the Feed Industry Programme, which supports contract farming for agro-processing.
When you do your presentation, then an agency that has been left out from your work will draw your attention and then we see how you work together. So it’s been good and it’s a good way to start the year for the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry.
lizabeth Ofosu‑Adjare, Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry
The Ministry of trade is also planning the Rapid Industrialisation for Jobs Programme, which is aimed at reviving idle state-owned enterprises such as the Komenda Sugar Factory, the Pwalugu Tomato Factory, Volta Star Textiles, Akosombo Textiles and the Wulugu Meat Factory. The programme will boost value addition and create employment opportunities.
Agencies are assured of the ministry’s support in executing their business. They know the plan of the government, their expectation. And so I think at the end of the day, everybody knows exactly what to do for the implementation of their programs.
lizabeth Ofosu‑Adjare, Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry
According to Minister Elizabeth Ofosu‑Adjare, the programmes will prioritise certifying local products, improving quality and competitiveness, reducing imports of select goods, raising consumer awareness, and investing in the development of strong national brands. She also highlighted gender inclusion, describing the Women in Trade, Agribusiness and Industry Programme as a key focus to ensure women play an active role across value chains.
