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National Planning Committee (NPC)

National Planning Committee Members

Alexander K. Dadzawa

Chairman of the National Planning Committee

Alexander K. Dadzawa

Chairman of the National Planning Committee

Mr. Alexander Dadzawa has an Executive master’s degree in development policies and Practices from the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies, Geneva, a Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Translation from the School of Translators, Accra. He is currently the Director of Projects at the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA). Mr. Dadzawa worked briefly at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration as a Translator/Interpreter before joining the Ghana Export Promotion Authority in the late 1990s. He has been working at GEPA for the past twenty-seven years rising from within the ranks to the level of a director. He has a wealth of experience as an international trade expert having served in various departments including the Office of the Executive Secretary as Special Assistant, Research Department and General Promotions Department and heading the Marketing & Promotions Department for several years. Mr. Dadzawa has participated in several short courses in his field of specialization and has travelled extensively on official missions in Africa, Europe and the USA. He is also an experienced trainer and mentor in trade-related fields where his expertise is well sought after. He is married with children.

Eric Zunouh Banye

Project Director

Eric Zunouh Banye

Project Director

Eric Zunouh Banye is a distinguished international project management professional with over 18 years of extensive experience in designing and managing programs and projects across a variety of sectors, countries, budgets, scopes, and donors. His proven track record includes the successful implementation of multi-country, multi-donor projects in Ghana, Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, Kenya, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Honduras, and Indonesia. These projects have been funded by esteemed organizations like the EU, IFAD/AfDB, DGIS, EKN, USAID, DFID, World Bank, Australian Embassy, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Previously, Banye worked at senior managerial levels including Country Programme Coordinator for the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in Ghana and Country Sector Leader at SNV Netherlands Development Organization. He holds Bachelor's and Master's degrees from the University of Ghana, and multiple project management certifications including a Professional Doctorate in Project Management, mini-MBA, PMP®, PMI-ACP®, PM4DEV®, RBPM&E. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Project Management Professionals, a Member of PMI Ghana, a Member of Ghana Institute of Planners, and a Member of the Institute of Directors Ghana. He is currently a doctoral candidate in Project Management at GIMPA with research interest in project governance, stakeholder participation, organisational capability and programme sustainability.

Emmanual Owusu

Programme Coordinator, PIAA, Member

Emmanual Owusu

Programme Coordinator, PIAA, Member

Emmannuel Owusu (Member, PIAA) Emmanuel Owusu is a dynamic Policy Analyst and Development Specialist with a proven track record in shaping impactful policy interventions, driving economic and social reforms, and leading strategic development initiatives across public and multilateral sectors. He has developed a reputation for visionary leadership, commitment to good governance, youth development and institutional transformation. He currently serves as the Programmes Coordinator for Presidential Initiatives in Agriculture and Agribusiness at the Office of the President, Ghana, where he leads the design and execution of agricultural and agribusiness initiatives that promote sustainable livelihood and job creation.

Fred Asante-Omane

GEPA, Member

Fred Asante-Omane

GEPA, Member

Fred Asante-Omane is a Deputy Director and head of the Agribusiness Department at the Ghana Export Promotion Authority. He has over a decade’s experience of working in International Trade Promotion and Development. He has built considerable competencies in the promotion of the export of agricultural products and the export sector in general. Mr. Asante-Omane holds an Executive Master’s degree in Regional Integration and African Development from GIMPA and a master’s degree in business administration (MBA) Project Management Option from the same Institute. He also holds a first degree in Sociology, Geography & Resource Development from the University of Ghana, Legon. He has mentored several potential exporters to become export ready through the export readiness assessment programme and has been providing export advisory services to exporters.

Chris Amponsah Sackey

Member

Chris Amponsah Sackey

Member

A results-driven finance and international trade professional with over a decade of senior management experience in general management, finance, and trade policy. He brings expertise in international trade and investment laws, as well as trade agreements and protocols. Renowned for his strategic thinking and collaborative leadership, he has provided sound financial and export advisory services across Ghana’s export ecosystem, contributing to major business turnarounds. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, a Master's in Finance from Coventry University (UK), and a Master of Arts in International Law from the University of Ghana, specializing in trade, investment, and IP law. He also holds professional certificates in Public Relations, Port and Shipping Management, and Project Management.

Anastasia Kuukua Acquaah-Harrison

GEPA, Member

Anastasia Kuukua Acquaah-Harrison

GEPA, Member

I am Anastasia Kuukua Acquaah-Harrison, an Assistant Export Development Officer with the Agribusiness Department at the Ghana Export Promotion Authority. With a background in Agricultural Economics, I am deeply passionate about agriculture, agribusiness, and international trade. I specialize in providing strategic export advisory services and facilitating seamless export processes for agribusinesses. My mission is to enhance the global visibility of Ghana’s agricultural products and ensure they meet and sustain international demand. Through innovation, market insight, and stakeholder collaboration, I aim to drive growth in Ghana’s export sector and position agribusiness as a key pillar of economic development.

Rafiu Ahmed

GEPA, Member

Rafiu Ahmed

GEPA, Member

Rafiu Ahmed is a dedicated Export Development Officer with over 8 years of experience in the Agribusiness and Product Development Department of the Ghana Export Promotion Authority. ‎He is a skilled export promoter with almost a decade experience in the agricultural value chain development and stakeholder engagement with a strong track record of supporting Ghanaian agribusinesses to access international markets. ‎Mr Ahmed is passionate about driving sustainable agricultural growth and enhancing competitiveness of agricultural products on the international markets.

Kingsley Buabeng Eduah

GEPA, Member

Kingsley Buabeng Eduah

GEPA, Member

Kingsley Buabeng Eduah is an Agricultural Economist & Researcher at Ghana Export Promotion Authority. who has acquitted himself creditably in Agricultural exports He works to ensure Ghanaian exporters make the best choices in the export of their products while contributing significantly to the growth of non- traditional exports. Mr. Eduah provides advisory services to potential exporters to find opportunities in the export ecosystem and has been dedicated to his duties.

Ernest Felix Appiah (Ph.D.)

Member

Ernest Felix Appiah (Ph.D.)

Member

Ernest is a Research Entomologist and ISO 17020 Quality Management System Specialist with 14 years of experience working in Cocoa, Coffee, Cashew, and Shea value chains. He is passionate about developing practical solutions for insect pest problems through quality onfield scientific research; committed to improving the quality of agricultural commodities through the effective implementation of Accredited Quality Management Systems; and dedicated to the sustainability of agricultural commodity value chains through the establishment of credible traceability systems. Ernest holds a BSc. in Agriculture, an M.Phil. in Entomology, and a Ph.D. in Crop Science (Entomology). He has worked in multiple roles with various organizations including the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE) Nairobi-Kenya, Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana, Quality Control Company Limited, and the Ghana Cocoa Board Head Office. He is currently the Head of the SHEA Unit at COCOBOD, and actively involved in Shea Tree Conservation, Community Sensitization, Socio-economic research, Policy Formulation, and Advocacy.

Alfred Blankson

Member

Alfred Blankson

Member

Agency. He holds a first and second degree in marketing from the University of Ghana. A Postgraduate diploma in marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (U.K). Advanced Executive Mastery Certification in Credit Risk Management, Management and Administration and Mini MBA Certificate from the Graduate School of Governance and Leadership. With over 25 years of working experience in senior management positions in both the Private and Public sector.

Edwin Zuta

Member

Edwin Zuta

Member

Edwin Zuta has over a decade of experience in sales and marketing, business development, and research. He currently serves as the Partnership Manager at the Global Shea Alliance, a non-profit industry association that champions sustainability, quality standards, and global demand for shea in both the food and cosmetics sectors. In this role, he supports partnerships among over 800 members across 36 countries, including women’s groups, suppliers, brands, retailers, and NGOs. Edwin’s career spans roles with Axis Resource Limited, a landscape architecture firm, and as Administrator at Dorothy Kani Company Limited under Ghana’s One District One Factory initiative. He has also worked with organizations such as ATLANTIS Radio, DBS Roofing Systems, Fairgreen Limited, and KAPS Metro Limited. His core strength lies in developing and scaling businesses into industry leaders through practical, results-driven strategies.

Eunice Abban Afari (Mrs.)

Member

Eunice Abban Afari (Mrs.)

Member

Eunice is a results-driven professional with extensive expertise in program coordination, tourism development strategies, partnership building, stakeholder mobilization, and media communications. As the Programmes Officer for Tourism and Events Management at the Northern Development Authority, she leverages her skills to drive impactful initiatives. Beyond her professional role, Eunice is a dedicated humanitarian and CEO of the Los Abuelos Foundation, an NGO focused on promoting healthy ageing through multi-dimensional conversations and advocacy on national policies and social interventions. With a strong academic background, holding a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and an Executive Master's in Tourism Management, Eunice has achieved numerous remarkable accomplishments, earning her international recognition. Her linguistic competencies include English and Spanish, complemented by extensive international travel experience.

Samuel Owusu-Aduomi

Communication Lead, Savanna Golden Tree

Samuel Owusu-Aduomi

Communication Lead, Savanna Golden Tree

As a member of the National Planning Committee for the World Shea Expo 2025, I led the development and execution of a comprehensive media strategy that enhanced visibility, engagement, and attendance. I coordinated traditional and digital media efforts—crafting press releases, designing promotional materials, and securing media partnerships—while also driving a social media campaign (#WorldSheaExpo2025) that leveraged influencers, live updates, and interactive content to build momentum and community. Through storytelling and multimedia (promotional videos, documentaries, and success stories of women and youth in the shea industry), we amplified the expo’s objectives and global impact. My work helped cement the Expo’s position as a premier event in the shea industry, showcasing its themes and fostering lasting stakeholder engagement.

Join us at the World Shea Expo 2025 in Tamale, Ghana, as we unite global stakeholders to drive sustainable growth, innovation, and economic empowerment in the shea industry.

Organizers & Key Partners

Lead Organizer: Savannah Golden Tree Ltd.

Strategic Partners:
🔸 Presidential Initiatives in Agriculture & Agribusiness (PIAA)
🔸 Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA)
🔸 Ghana EXIM Bank
🔸 Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD)
🔸 Ghana Cocoa Coffee and Sheanut Farmers Association (COCOSHE)

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