About Us
Guzakuza
Guzakuza brand is trusted in Africa and represents ๐ช๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป ๐ถ๐ป ๐๐ด๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฏ๐๐๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ๐๐ and the best they have to offer. In 7+ years, we have directly helped over 5,000 women in agribusiness from 23 countries to solve real problems in Africa by creating, connecting and catalysing their personal and business growth.
We ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ญ๐ the right environment for women in agribusiness to build their agribusinesses, find their voice and push for friendly policies. We ๐๐จ๐ง๐ง๐๐๐ญ women in agribusiness across Africa and the diaspora to opportunities. We make strategic collaborations and partnerships happen. We’ve been a ๐๐๐ญ๐๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ฌ๐ญ for the growth of women in agribusiness by providing them with relevant tools and resources. ๐๐ ๐๐ง๐๐๐ฉ๐, ๐๐ค๐ฃ๐ฃ๐๐๐ฉ & ๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ก๐ฎ๐จ๐ !
Highlighting the expertise of women in food and agribusiness and help them build a network of female leaders. The WAW focuses on providing content on the most current and critical topics in food and agribusiness. Enjoy unparalleled networking opportunities for producers, manufacturers, service providers, buyers, suppliers, cooperatives, and more.ย
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The Women in Agribusiness Week (WAW)
Is a week-long series of impactful activities to strengthen collaborations among Women in Agribusiness and stakeholders and to salute their achievements. The Women in Agribusiness Week will run under the theme โSustaining African Agribusiness : Leveraging on Digitalisation, AFCFTA and Climate Resilience for Food Securityโ. WAW which will later be replicated in other African countries is scheduled for 13th to 18th of November 2023 in three major regions in Ghana which are Greater Accra, Ashanti and Northern.
Agriculture is a crucial sector that supports the livelihood of millions of people in Africa, with women playing an essential role in food production, processing, and marketing. However, despite their significant contribution to agribusiness, women face numerous challenges, including limited access to finance, land, and technology, among others. Therefore, there is a need to create a platform where women can share their experiences, learn from each other, and find innovative solutions to overcome these challenges.
WAW aims to provide a platform for women in agribusiness to:
- Promote success stories, experiences, and best practices of Women in Agribusiness
- Foster partnerships and networks to enhance collaboration and innovation in agribusiness
- Explore solutions and strategies to improve access to finance, land, technology, and markets
- Identify and discuss challenges that hinder their growth and empowerment
Target Audience:
WAW targets women entrepreneurs, farmers, processors, traders, financiers, policymakers, and development partners working in the agribusiness sector in Africa.
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Outcomes
First is to form an apex body of Women in Agribusiness in Ghana (Bring together Agri-entrepreneurs and Professionals to collaborate to build a resilient ecosystem in Ghana)
And lastly; to present a signed petition to the President of Ghana
It is a time to recognise the myriad achievements of women in agribusiness and their positive impact on the economy of our country.
objectives
Publicise the achievements of Women in Agribusiness and Professionals in Ghana.
To form an apex body of Women in Agribusiness in Ghana (Bring together Agri-entrepreneurs and Professionals to collaborate to build a resilient ecosystem in Ghana)
To harness the public and private sectors to open new doors for women in agribusiness.
To engage the government on the need to collaborate with Women in Agribusiness on issues affecting them.