Ghana has secured the removal of restrictions on the export of eggs to Burkina Faso and the importation of tomatoes from the neighbouring country following bilateral talks aimed at strengthening trade relations.
The breakthrough was reached after a high-level Ghanaian delegation, led by the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, and the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, held discussions with Burkinabe authorities on Friday, July 17.
In a joint statement, the two ministries said the agreement comes as a major relief for Ghanaian poultry farmers and egg exporters, particularly those in the Dormaa area, whose businesses had been affected by the restrictions imposed by Burkina Faso.
According to the statement, the restrictions were introduced by Burkinabe authorities as a precautionary measure over quality concerns regarding eggs imported from some exporting countries.
The government reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the interests of Ghanaian traders and producers while deepening trade and economic cooperation with neighbouring countries.
As part of the agreement, Ghana and Burkina Faso will establish a Joint Technical Committee to facilitate smooth trade between the two countries and swiftly address any future trade-related concerns.
The two countries also agreed to work towards the signing of a Bilateral Trade Agreement to strengthen economic cooperation, reduce trade barriers and improve market access for goods and services.
The discussions further touched on Ghana’s participation in this year’s International Arts and Crafts Trade Fair (SIAO) in Burkina Faso, where the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry announced that Ghana would send a high-level delegation to showcase locally manufactured products and services.
According to the Ministry, Ghana’s exports to Burkina Faso increased from US$573 million in 2024 to US$637 million in 2025, reflecting the growing trade relationship between the two countries.
The Ghanaian delegation included Ghana’s Ambassador to Burkina Faso, H.E. Sem Kenneth Akibate, officials from the Ghana Embassy, technical officers from the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, and representatives of the private sector, including egg exporters.
Both Ghana and Burkina Faso reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining uninterrupted trade and ensuring that commercial relations continue to benefit producers, traders and consumers in both countries.
