Ghana Launches AgriConnect Compact to Revolutionize Food Security and Economic Growth

The Government of Ghana, in collaboration with the World Bank Group and other development partners, has officially launched the AgriConnect Compact. This comprehensive national framework aims to bolster food security, generate employment opportunities, reduce reliance on food imports, and attract significant investment across key agricultural sectors. The initiative seeks to create a more productive, resilient, and job-rich food system for the nation.

A Coordinated Agenda for Agricultural Transformation

The AgriConnect Compact outlines a strategic, coordinated plan for both public and private entities. Its core objectives include increasing agricultural productivity, expanding value-addition activities, improving access to essential markets and financing, and enhancing the overall resilience of Ghana’s agri-food system. This integrated approach is designed to address systemic challenges and unlock the sector’s full potential.

Priority has been given to vital commodities such as cocoa, oil palm, rice, maize, and poultry. However, the Compact also extends support to other strategic sectors, including cashew, coconut, rubber, fisheries, and the broader forest economy, ensuring a diversified and robust agricultural landscape.

Ambitious Goals for Food Security and Job Creation

The initial phase of the AgriConnect Compact, scheduled from 2026 to 2030, sets ambitious targets. It aims to improve food and nutrition security for an estimated 2.99 million people. Furthermore, the initiative projects the creation of over 2.6 million jobs by the year 2035, significantly addressing youth unemployment and economic empowerment.

Financing for this first phase is estimated at approximately US$3.5 billion. Contributions are expected to come from the Government of Ghana, various development partners, and substantial investment from the private sector, highlighting a shared commitment to the program’s success.