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John Agyekum Kufuor

Also known as: Kufuor · former President Kufuor · J. A. Kufuor · H.E. John Agyekum Kufuor · Mr Kufuor · Former President John Agyekum Kufuor · Ex-President Kufuor · Mr. Kufuor

Former President of Ghana, recently addressed Africa Cocoa Finance & Investment Forum 2026 on cocoa economy transformation and structural reform.

Delivered a keynote address on "Africa Cocoa Vision 2050" at the London Stock Exchange's Africa Cocoa Finance & Investment Forum, calling for structural transformation of Africa's cocoa economy and emphasizing cocoa as strategic infrastructure comparable to gold or oil. Was also honored by the Asantehene with a commemorative gold coin for contributions to national peacebuilding and development, and held consultations with NPP National Chairman hopeful Paul Afoko ahead of the party's National Delegates Conference.

2026-04-272026-05-09
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Agriculture & Land

Kufuor to keynote global cocoa summit in London

The News

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor will deliver a Special Address at the Africa Cocoa Finance & Investment Forum 2026 at the London Stock Exchange on May 6, discussing Africa's cocoa economy under the theme "Africa Cocoa Vision 2050." Kufuor's tenure saw cocoa production rise from about 340,563 tonnes in 2001/02 to about 710,639 tonnes by 2008/09, driven by policy interventions including a Mass Cocoa Spraying Programme and fertiliser support schemes.

Why it matters

Former President Kufuor's keynote at London cocoa summit highlights Ghana's strategic role in Africa's cocoa economy and global investment discussions.

3 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 3 May

  1. Kufuor to keynote global cocoa summit in London

    Former President John Agyekum Kufuor will deliver a Special Address at the Africa Cocoa Finance & Investment Forum 2026 at the London Stock Exchange on May 6, discussing Africa's cocoa economy under the theme "Africa Cocoa Vision 2050." Kufuor's tenure saw cocoa production rise from about 340,563 tonnes in 2001/02 to about 710,639 tonnes by 2008/09, driven by policy interventions including a Mass Cocoa Spraying Programme and fertiliser support schemes.

    3 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 2 May

  1. J.A. Kufuor to address Africa Cocoa Vision 2050 forum

    Former President John Agyekum Kufuor will deliver a special address at the inaugural Africa Cocoa Finance & Investment Forum (ACFIF 2026) at the London Stock Exchange on May 6, 2026, discussing "Africa Cocoa Vision 2050 – Historical Reflections and Future Pathways" with global investors and policymakers.

    2 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Monday 27 April

  1. Asantehene marks 27 years, urges unity amid partisan politics

    The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, marked his 27th enstoolment anniversary at Manhyia Palace, warning that the adversarial nature of politics threatens Ghana's civility and brotherliness. He presented commemorative gold coins to President Mahama and former Presidents Kufuor and Akufo-Addo, as well as former Vice-President Bawumia, recognizing their contributions to the nation's peace architecture.

    27 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Asantehene honours national leaders on 27th enstoolment anniversary

    Otumfuo Osei Tutu II marked the 27th anniversary of his enstoolment on the Golden Stool by honouring national leaders and prominent figures for their contributions to peace and stability. President John Dramani Mahama, former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Akufo-Addo were among awardees presented with commemorative gold coins for their roles in peacebuilding and national development.

    27 April 2026 · The Chronicle →

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