On Thursday, 4th December 2025, AGAM convened a pivotal National Dialogue on Local Procurement for Textiles, Garments & Apparel at Palms by Eagles, Airport City Accra.
The event brought together government agencies, development partners, industry stakeholders, and AGAM members. We were honored to have the Deputy Minister of Trade, Agribusiness & Industry (MOTAI), Hon. Sampson Ahi, deliver the keynote address. He emphasised government’s commitment to growing the industry, particularly through the introduction of the 24-hour economy policy.
The President of AGAM, Nura Salifu reinforced the collective vision for strengthening local procurement and building a resilient textiles and apparel sector. The National Coordinator of AGAM, Nana Poquah A.A Adiamah presented highlights of a position paper. Other key speakers were the Public Procurement Authority (PPA), Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness & Industry (MOTAI)
We also received solidarity messages from the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), Ghana Culture Forum, Ghana Employers’ Association (GEA), and the International Labour Organization (ILO) – underscoring the importance of collaboration in driving sustainable growth.
