Akosua Manu, an aide to former Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has warned that the suspension of tomato exports from Burkina Faso could jeopardise local supply and national food security.
Speaking on the issue, Akosua Manu highlighted Ghana’s ongoing reliance on imported tomatoes and the country’s limited self-sufficiency in production.
“It’s a national security risk. We have a situation where we have not reached the level of self-sufficiency when it comes to tomatoes,” she said.
Akosua Manu called on the government to take urgent measures to protect traders and consumers, stressing the need for sustainable interventions to safeguard the tomato supply chain.
The government, through the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, announced plans to engage Burkinabe authorities to address the suspension and explore solutions to maintain the flow of fresh tomatoes into Ghana.
The directive from Burkina Faso, which came into effect on March 16, 2026, has sparked concern among traders and agribusinesses dependent on the imports to meet domestic demand. Officials have warned that a prolonged disruption could drive up prices and put additional strain on local markets.
