Ghana’s food security is on shaky ground after Burkina Faso slapped a tomato export ban, Akosua Manu, an Aide to former Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has warned.
Ghana’s tomato reliance on imports is huge, with local production playing catch-up, stated Manu.
“It’s a national security concern. We’re not self-sufficient in tomatoes,” she stressed, pushing for swift government intervention.The government plans to engage Burkinabe authorities to address the ban, seeking ways to maintain tomato imports.
Traders and agribusinesses are jittery, risking price hikes and market chaos. Officials warn a prolonged disruption could worsen the situation, pushing up costs for consumers.The ban, effective March 16, 2026, has sparked worries about Ghana’s food supply chain, highlighting the need for sustainable fixes
