Ghana and India Strengthen Agribusiness Ties at West Africa Agri Show
Ghana and India are deepening cooperation in agriculture and agribusiness during the 2nd West Africa Agri Show in Accra.
In Brief
- •Ghana and India are deepening cooperation in agriculture and agribusiness during the 2nd West Africa Agri Show in Accra.
- •The event, opening September 29, 2026, brings together farmers, investors, tech providers, and policymakers to explore investment and technology transfer.
- •Ghana’s Deputy Minister for Trade, Sampson Ahi, highlighted tax incentives for agro‑processing machinery and innovative financing to de‑risk investment.
- •Ghana’s strategic position in the AfCFTA offers a gateway to a 1.3 billion‑person continental market, while Africa’s food market is projected to reach US$1 trillion by 2030.
- •India’s High Commissioner Surinder Bhagat reaffirmed readiness to collaborate on agriculture, livestock, and agro‑processing.
Why It Matters
The partnership signals Ghana’s push to transform agriculture into a driver of economic growth, aligning with its 24‑Hour Economy agenda and AfCFTA integration. By attracting investment and technology, the country aims to boost productivity, create jobs, and reduce dependence on food imports. For India, expanding into Ghana offers access to a growing West African market and opportunities to export expertise and machinery. The collaboration could spur cross‑border supply chains, enhance value addition, and strengthen regional trade ties.
Key Details
- Event Date
- September 29, 2026
- Event Name
- 2nd West Africa Agri Show (WAAS) & 3rd Annual National Livestock Day
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