Story By: Akua Oteng Amponsah
Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy policy aims to boost local agricultural mechanisation production, creating new business opportunities for Ghanaians.
According to Goosie Tanoh, Presidential Advisor on the 24-Hour Economy, the policy will foster domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on imported farm equipment.
“Why should we import ‘Aboboyaa’ from anywhere? This is basic technology?” Mr. Tanoh questioned, extending the challenge to disc ploughs and other fundamental agricultural implements. He believes Ghana has the capacity to produce these items locally.
The “Grow Ghana” programme, part of the 24-hour economy policy, focuses on “machinery and technology”. Mr. Tanoh outlined plans to establish a cooperative system, enabling individuals to own tractors and offer ploughing services to farmers at profitable margins.
“We’re going to create a fabrication industry out of what already exists,” he said, citing Ghana’s existing fabrication capabilities, particularly in informal industrial hubs like Suame Magazine. Mr. Tanoh emphasized the need to design specialised implements suitable for local conditions.
The initiative aims to localise the agricultural supply chain, foster entrepreneurship, and reduce Ghana’s import bill, aligning with the broader goals of the 24-Hour Economy policy.
