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Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry

Also known as: Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Republic of Ghana

Ministry implementing Feed the Industry programme, land-equity farming model, and PSInno agribusiness initiative in northern Ghana.

2026-05-042026-06-15
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  1. May 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … Representatives from the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, on a field visit to AAK operations in Tamale, observed the activities. …

    AAK commences 2026 pre-season investments with over €13m in Kolo Nafaso Pre-Finance

  3. Joy Online

    … In simple terms, the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, the Minerals Commission, and industry players must stop operating like separate WhatsApp groups and start operating as one coordinated team. …

    Maximising the benefits of mining beyond ownership

  4. Joy Online

    … including Business Process Outsourcing) * Energy and Green Transition * Critical Minerals and Carbon Markets Organising Partners The summit is being organised by the Ghana High Commission to the UK and Ireland in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry …

    Ghana High Commission invites global investors to Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026

  5. Business & Financial Times

    … Call for urgent policy intervention The Association is now urging the Ministry of Finance – through the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry – to urgently restore the VAT exemption or introduce a temporary 35 percent duty increase on imported vehicles as a stop-gap measur …

    Local auto assembly sector at risk, 400-plus skilled jobs threatened

  6. Joy Online

    … Call for Urgent Intervention The Association is therefore appealing to the Ministry of Finance, through the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, to urgently restore the 20 percent VAT exemption or introduce a temporary 35 percent duty increase on imported vehicles as a s …

    Local automobile assembly industry faces collapse – Automobile Assemblers
Business

Akosombo textile workers say investor deal delays worsen crisis

The News

Workers at Akosombo Industrial Company Limited say delays in government approval of a Hong Kong-based investor takeover are deepening the company's financial and operational crisis. Negotiations that began in December 2025 were expected to conclude by February, but remain stalled; workers say the deal could provide capital to revive operations and settle owed salaries and benefits.

Why it matters

Akosombo textile workers report deepening crisis as government approval of Hong Kong investor takeover stalls since December, delaying capital injection and wage settlements.

2 hours ago · Joy Online →

Today

  1. Akosombo textile workers say investor deal delays worsen crisis

    Workers at Akosombo Industrial Company Limited say delays in government approval of a Hong Kong-based investor takeover are deepening the company's financial and operational crisis. Negotiations that began in December 2025 were expected to conclude by February, but remain stalled; workers say the deal could provide capital to revive operations and settle owed salaries and benefits.

    2 hours ago · Joy Online →

Yesterday

  1. Sugarcane farmers suspend protest, demand factory action by July

    The Sugarcane Farmers Association of Ghana has suspended a planned demonstration against the Trade Minister after appeals from regional political and traditional leaders, setting a July deadline for government action on the idle Komenda Sugar Factory, commissioned in 2016 but still inoperative.

    14 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 11 June

  1. NUGS innovation secretary touts agribusiness for student economic empowerment

    Titus Owusu Darko, National Union of Ghana Students Secretary for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Skills Development, campaigned on empowering students to pursue agriculture and agribusiness as pathways to economic empowerment and job creation. He scored 73.85 percent before the 58th NUGS Vetting Panel on September 5, 2025, securing his place on the ballot.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. CONRAG proposes quota system instead of rubber export ban

    The Coalition of Natural Rubber Actors of Ghana has proposed a regulated export quota system as an alternative to the government's planned 10-year prohibition on raw rubber exports, arguing that a complete ban could suppress farm-gate prices, eliminate rural jobs, and undermine the domestic processing industry.

    11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Ghana-Germany PSInno project launched to support northern SMEs

    The Private Sector and Innovation Promotion (PSInno) project has been launched in Tamale to strengthen small and medium-sized enterprises, with support targeting over 1,100 women-led and youth-led businesses in agribusiness and the digital economy. The initiative, implemented by the Northern Regional Coordinating Council with the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry and German development agency GIZ, is expected to generate about 2,000 jobs and support around 60 innovations by 2028.

    10 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Cargo-tracking fee proposal re-emerges through Transport Ministry

    A renewed attempt to introduce a cargo-tracking system—involving Advance Cargo Information, Electronic Cargo Tracking Note, or Smart Port Note technologies—has raised concerns in the trade and logistics sector that it could introduce additional mandatory charges on importers, exporters, freight forwarders, shipping lines, and consumers. The policy, previously shelved at the Ministry of Trade, is now being pursued through the Ministry of Transport, with Inter-Ocean Maritime and Logistics Institute Limited reportedly seeking official backing for the service.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Cargo-tracking fee scheme re-emerges via Transport Ministry

    A renewed attempt to introduce a cargo-tracking regime through Ghana's Ministry of Transport has triggered fresh concerns in the trade and logistics sector. The proposed system—described as Advance Cargo Information (ACI), Electronic Cargo Tracking Note (ECTN), or Smart Port Note (SPN)—could introduce additional mandatory charges affecting importers, exporters, freight forwarders, shipping lines, and consumers, after a similar effort failed at the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry.

    9 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  3. Raw rubber shipments continue despite government's 10-year export ban

    The Rubber Processors Association of Ghana warns that raw natural rubber continues being transported toward export channels despite the government's April 2026 ban, risking non-compliance that could undermine the policy's goal of retaining materials for domestic value addition and supporting local manufacturing.

    9 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Monday 8 June

  1. Northern Ghana farmers seek commodity exchange for better markets

    Smallholder farmers in northern Ghana are calling for the establishment of a Northern commodity exchange to improve market access, stabilise prices and strengthen agribusiness value chains. The CEO of Boressa Investment Ltd cited unsold 2025 harvests, weak market linkages, and price volatility as challenges, and also urged government to reduce rice and maize imports and prioritise locally produced grains for public institutions.

    8 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  2. West Africa Pharma & Healthcare Expo opens in Accra with over 100 exhibitors

    The 5th edition of the West Africa Pharma & Healthcare Expo has opened in Accra, bringing together more than 100 exhibitors from across the globe and expected to attract between 4,000 and 5,000 professional visitors, reinforcing Ghana's position as a healthcare investment hub in West Africa.

    8 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  3. Ghana cited as dynamic West African healthcare and pharmaceutical market

    The CEO of Ace Group has described Ghana as one of the most dynamic healthcare and pharmaceutical markets in West Africa, citing growing population, increasing healthcare awareness, expanding hospital infrastructure, and rising demand for medicines and medical equipment. He noted the country imports substantial volumes of pharmaceuticals and medical devices annually, creating opportunities for international partnerships and investment.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 7 June

  1. West Africa Pharma & Healthcare Expo scheduled June 8-10, 2026

    The 5th West Africa Pharma & Healthcare Expo will take place from 8–10 June 2026 at UPSA in Accra, bringing together 100+ exhibitors and an estimated 5,000+ trade visitors from Ghana and across West Africa to showcase pharmaceutical, medical, and healthcare products and forge business partnerships.

    7 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 4 June

  1. Beauty and cosmetics expo opens in Accra with 300 exhibitors

    The 10th Beauty, Cosmetics & Wellness West Africa expo has opened at UPSA Auditorium in Accra, bringing together over 300 exhibitors from South Korea, Dubai, Egypt, Turkey, Nigeria, and India. The organiser says the platform helps businesses discover new markets, attract customers, secure partnerships, and build sustainable brands.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Government launches Feed the Industry to ensure steady agro-processor supply

    The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry is rolling out a "Feed the Industry" programme using contract commercial farming to address persistent raw material shortages that force many agro-processing firms to operate below capacity or shut down during off-peak periods. The initiative aims to strengthen farmer-processor links, improve job creation, and reduce import reliance as part of the broader 24-hour economy agenda.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Government pilots land-equity model for farming investment

    Ghana's Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry is piloting a land equity model in the Yeji traditional area, where traditional authorities contribute land as equity in agribusiness ventures and become part owners, while investors provide capital and machinery. About 40,000 acres have been made available through this partnership arrangement, which the government says aims to improve investor access to farmland and reduce disputes.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Trade Ministry secures 40,000 acres in Yeji for commercial farming

    The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry has secured access to about 40,000 acres of land in the Yeji traditional area to support large-scale commercial farming. The arrangement uses an equity-based model where traditional landowners become part-owners of projects, aimed at reducing land disputes and facilitating investor access.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Ghana, Germany launch PSInno to support northern agribusinesses

    Ghana has launched the Private Sector and Innovation Promotion (PSInno) programme in partnership with Germany to support 1,100+ agribusinesses and youth-led firms in northern Ghana, with focus on strengthening agribusiness and promoting the digital economy, particularly for women-led and youth-led enterprises.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 21 May

  1. Trade Ministry prepares for May US Chamber trade delegation

    Ghana's Trade Ministry has held a preparatory meeting for a US Chamber of Commerce Trade Mission scheduled for May 30–June 5, 2026, to showcase priority projects and investment opportunities. Preparations include investment roundtables and business meetings focused on agriculture, agribusiness, renewable energy, and technology.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Traders increasingly reject 10p and 20p coins despite legal status

    Commercial drivers' mates, traders, and shop operators are increasingly rejecting lower pesewa denominations (10p and 20p coins) in everyday transactions, despite their legal tender status. The practice has intensified as wholesale prices of sachet water rose, with some retailers raising prices from 50p to 60p and refusing to give correct change when customers lack smaller coins.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 11 May

  1. AAK disburses over 170 million GHS to women shea collectors

    AAK has begun distributing over 13 million EUR (170 million GHS) in interest-free, obligation-free pre-financing to women shea collectors in Northern Ghana ahead of the shea season through its Kolo Nafaso program, which now has 275,000 women participants as of April 2026.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Friday 8 May

  1. AAK disburses €13m interest-free pre-finance to shea collectors

    AAK has begun distributing over €13 million in pre-financing to women shea collectors across Northern Ghana through its Kolo Nafaso program ahead of the shea season. The interest-free, obligation-free disbursement strengthens income stability for 275,000 women participants, with 15,480 women in the Bimbilla area receiving funds first.

    8 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 7 May

  1. Mining's contribution to Ghana's economy remains underexploited

    Mining contributes over 7% to Ghana's GDP and generates more than US$6 billion in export earnings annually, but the article argues ownership alone is insufficient to realise mining's full developmental potential; instead, Ghana should focus on capturing spending that mining companies direct abroad—approximately US$2.5 billion annually on goods and services.

    7 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Ghana High Commission hosts UK investment summit June 2026

    The Ghana High Commission has announced a Ghana–UK Investment Summit 2026 scheduled for June 1–2 at Raffles London, bringing together government officials, global investors and development finance leaders to strengthen economic cooperation and unlock investment opportunities. President John Dramani Mahama is expected to deliver the keynote address.

    5 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Auto assembly sector risks collapse from VAT exemption removal

    The Automobile Assemblers Association of Ghana warns that removal of a 20 percent VAT exemption on locally assembled vehicles in the 2026 budget threatens the viability of the sector and risks eliminating 400-plus skilled jobs. The association's president, who is also CEO of Volkswagen Ghana, called for immediate policy intervention to sustain the sector's gains over the last five years.

    5 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Monday 4 May

  1. Ghana's vehicle assembly sector faces collapse over VAT exemption removal

    The Automobile Assemblers Association of Ghana has warned that removing the 20 percent VAT exemption on duties for locally assembled vehicles in the 2026 national budget could severely undermine the viability of the country's vehicle assembly sector. The Association raised the concern during a Presidential dialogue with President John Mahama, emphasizing that sustained incentives are critical for the private sector.

    4 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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