Ukraine has launched its first agro-hub in the Republic of Ghana. It is a food processing and distribution center that combines humanitarian aid with the development of the local economy, Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko says.
The initiative envisions systematic efforts to secure Ukraine’s long-term position as an active player in this strategically important region.
The project is the result of agreements reached during the Food from Ukraine conference in November 2025.
Humanitarian aid evolving into economic system
The new model includes not only food deliveries but also the integration of Ukrainian and locally produced goods into joint food packages distributed to vulnerable populations.
The first shipments included locally produced rice and pasta made in Ghana from Ukrainian flour, along with 4,000 aid packages delivered to the most vulnerable groups.
From aid to infrastructure — building long-term capacity
The next phase of the project will focus on developing processing, packaging, and portioning capabilities directly within Ghana.
This effectively creates a localized food security infrastructure with Ukrainian involvement, extending beyond traditional humanitarian assistance.
West Africa as a strategic partner in global food policy
Svyrydenko emphasized that Ukraine views Ghana as a key regional partner for trade and humanitarian initiatives.
The cooperation includes the exchange of agricultural technologies, expertise, and productivity-enhancing practices to strengthen food security at the regional and broader international levels.
Meanwhile, Russia continues to rely on African soldiers fighting in the war amid no decision on full-scale mobilization by the state. Ukrainian intelligence estimates that more than 1,700 fighters from 36 African countries have joined Russian forces since the invasion began.
Earlier, Russia started deepening cooperation with Madagascar’s military leadership, seeking to expand its presence in Africa. The change in leadership opened new opportunities for Moscow to gain access to a country rich in valuable metal and mineral deposits and located along key oil transportation routes.
