Ghana is set to become a hub for fertiliser production following a landmark $5 billion investment agreement with Aljadad Group, a Qatari agricultural investment company.

The project, to be located at the Petroleum Hub in Atuabo, will be anchored by a gas processing plant that will supply feedstock for the production of urea and ammonia. Feasibility studies have been completed, land has been secured, and construction is scheduled to commence in October 2025.

This initiative is expected to create over 2,000 direct jobs, strengthen Ghana’s industrial base, and position the country as a leading hub for fertiliser production and trade in Africa. It will also significantly reduce reliance on imported fertilizers, ease pressure on foreign exchange, and contribute to national food security.

Speaking during a visit to the Ministry, Reverend Foster Mawuli Benson, local partner of Al Jedad Holdings, described the investment as a turning point in Ghana’s agro-industrial drive. He reaffirmed the Group’s commitment to making Ghana a center of fertiliser trade across Africa, while also pledging additional investments in the cocoa sector to boost production and create a market platform for international buyers.

The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Hon. Eric Opoku, welcomed the delegation and commended Al Jedad Group for choosing Ghana as the preferred destination for this strategic investment. He assured the investors of the Ministry’s full technical support and urged them to fast-track the implementation process to meet the country’s growing agricultural needs.

“With the increasing number of young people venturing into farming and the government’s focus on irrigation for year-round production, the timely delivery of this project will be critical,” the Minister emphasized.

This project marks a significant step forward in advancing Ghana’s food security agenda, promoting agro-industrialisation, and creating sustainable employment opportunities for the youth.