President of the Republic of Ghana, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, on Saturday, January 31, 2026, officially launched the SheaPark Resource Hub at the Wa Naa’s Palace, in a move described as a major step toward economic revitalisation in the Upper West Region.
The flagship initiative is designed to stimulate regional economic growth through industrialisation and value addition within the shea sector, positioning the Upper West Region as a strategic contributor to Ghana’s broader agro-industrial transformation agenda.
Speaking at the launch, the Rt. Hon. Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, who is also the proponent of the initiative, described the occasion as a “royal honour and blessing.” He expressed appreciation to the organisers for the opportunity to be part of what he described as a historic intervention with the potential to deliver far-reaching socio-economic impact.
According to the Speaker, the SheaPark Resource Hub represents a critical pathway for sustainable development, not only for the Upper West Region but for the country as a whole. He noted that the project marks a significant milestone in efforts to revive the regional economy through inclusive, community-driven and sustainable industrial growth.
The launch ceremony was attended by President John Dramani Mahama, His Royal Highness Naa Fuseini Seidu Pelpuo IV, Paramount Chief of Wa, the Member of Parliament for Wa Central, senior parliamentary and presidential officials, regional ministers, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs), and other distinguished guests.
Rt. Hon. Bagbin further explained that the SheaPark Resource Hub aligns closely with government’s flagship development programmes, including the Big Push, the 24-Hour Economy, and the Accelerated Export Development agenda. He said the initiative reflects the President’s vision of building a self-reliant, industrially competitive and export-oriented economy, anchored on integrated value chains and a globally competitive workforce.
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