Ghana’s food and agribusiness sector is poised for a major economic boost as the TASTE 68@68 Food Festival takes center stage today at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park in Accra.
Organized by the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) under the aegis of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, the one-day festival is set to showcase 68 traditional and contemporary Ghanaian dishes, highlight local agricultural produce, and create business opportunities for food entrepreneurs.
Driving Food Entrepreneurship and Agribusiness Growth
The festival is expected to attract farmers, food processors, restaurant owners, investors, and culinary enthusiasts, offering a unique opportunity to connect local producers with potential markets. With Ghana’s agricultural sector contributing nearly 20% to GDP, the festival aligns with efforts to strengthen the farm-to-table value chain, promote food processing industries, and boost agri-tourism investments.
According to the GTA, the event will increase demand for local ingredients, encourage partnerships between food entrepreneurs and suppliers, and elevate Ghanaian cuisine onto the international stage. Stakeholders believe that the festival will position Ghana as a leading food tourism hub, driving foreign investment into the country’s hospitality and agribusiness industries.
Showcasing Ghana’s Diverse Culinary Landscape
In addition to food exhibitions, the event will feature cooking competitions, celebrity chef showcases, cultural performances, and a symposium on Ghana’s food culture as part of Ghana Culture Week ‘25. With participation from all 16 regions, the festival is expected to create employment opportunities and stimulate local economic activity within the tourism and hospitality sectors.
Speaking ahead of the event, CEO of GTA, Mrs. Maame Efua Houadjeto, stressed the importance of promoting Ghana’s unique food culture:
“The Food Festival is a step in the right direction, and it would be a grand and exciting moment to taste our local dishes and project Ghanaian cuisines and culture, thereby making Ghana the preferred cultural hub in the sub-region.”
