Global India Trade Advisory Chamber Advocates for Women in Agribusiness at Event in Accra

• Global India Trade Advisory Chamber reassures its commitment towards empowering women in agribusiness
• The declaration came to light during the third edition of Women in Agribusiness Forum

Restating its commitment towards empowering women in agribusiness, Global India Trade Advisory Chamber (GITAC) has spotlighted these female’s potential, terming them as transformative forces in food systems of Africa.

During the Women in Agribusiness Forum’s third edition, this declaration came into light. The event took place in Accra with a theme ‘When Women Grow, Africa Grows.’ It was organised in an alliance with GITAC International Foundation. Being a high-level forum, it assembled policymakers, agribusiness leaders, development experts and advocates together for designing bold strategies which positions women as key drivers of agricultural transformation.

Global Africa Trade Advisory Chamber President Dr. Dominic Oduro Antwi said in a statement, saying, “Agriculture is more than farming—it is survival. And across Africa, women are the heartbeat of this sector. Yet, they remain underrepresented in decision-making and denied access to the tools they need to lead. This must change.”

The forum also witnessed numerous speakers that includes entrepreneur Rashida Ali and Atlanta-based immigration lawyer Kinda Velloza.

Moreover, Rashida said, “We need to change the perception of agribusiness. With the right research, financial support, and incentives, it can be a powerful and profitable career path for the next generation.”

Kinda added, “It will take all stakeholders working together, governments, investors, educators to position women at the center of agricultural innovation. This is about power-sharing and progress.”

Dr. Dominic also gave a statement, “We can no longer afford to treat women’s empowerment in agriculture as a side conversation.This is not charity—it’s smart economics and a roadmap to Africa’s food security.”