Greater Accra Reg. Minister Pushes for Investment Opportunities at Africa Food Forum 2025

The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Hon. Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, has called for stronger investment in Ghana’s agricultural and food systems during her participation in the 2025 Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF), held in Dakar, Senegal.

Hon. Ocloo joined a high-level government delegation that included key sector leaders and advisors, as Ghana positioned itself to attract financial partnerships aimed at strengthening its economy through agriculture and agribusiness.

The Africa Food Systems Forum, organized annually by AGRA, has become the continent’s premier platform for dialogue and action on food systems transformation.

This year’s edition, hosted by Senegalese President H.E. Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye, set an ambitious goal of mobilizing $100 billion to advance agricultural transformation across Africa.

Held under the theme “Africa’s Youth Leading Collaboration, Innovation, and Implementation of Agri-Food Systems Transformation,” the 2025 forum highlight the critical role of young people in shaping the continent’s agricultural future.

At the forum, Hon. Ocloo expressed optimism about Ghana’s ability to address the growing challenge of food security. She emphasized the need for African countries to take stock of progress and translate commitments into practical, innovative solutions that support resilient and sustainable food systems.

“Africa’s food systems can only thrive if young people are placed at the heart of transformation. With the right investment, innovation, and policy support, our youth can drive the future of food security on the continent,” Hon. Ocloo noted.

A major highlight of the event was the launch of the Youth Dome, an interactive platform designed to serve as a launchpad for youth-led solutions in agribusiness and innovation.

The initiative aims to empower young Africans by showcasing startups, providing mentorship opportunities, and connecting them with policymakers, investors, and industry leaders.

The Minister welcomed the focus on youth, stressing that private sector participation will be vital to sustaining the momentum.

She underscored the importance of building pathways that go beyond acknowledging potential to providing concrete investment and strategic partnerships that empower young people to lead Africa’s food systems transformation.

The forum also spotlighted gender inclusion, with sessions dedicated to enhancing women’s leadership and rights as central to agricultural transformation.

As part of Ghana’s representation, Hon. Ocloo reaffirmed the country’s commitment to engaging partners who share its vision of inclusive growth, food security, and economic transformation.