Ghana has been selected to host the 2026 African Cashew Alliance (ACA) Annual Cashew Conference and Expo, marking the second time the country will stage the continent’s flagship cashew industry gathering after previously hosting the event in 2013.
The Conference, scheduled for September 15–18, 2026, will take place at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra under the theme, “Sustainable Cashew Supply through Policy, Investment and Partnership.”
Organised by the African Cashew Alliance in partnership with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture and the Tree Crops Development Authority, the event is being supported by the European Union (EU), the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS), and the GIZ/MOVE Project.
In a press statement signed by Isaac Piyuori, in charge of media relations at ACA, more than 600 local and international participants from over 30 countries are expected to attend the four-day conference, which will bring together stakeholders across the cashew value chain, including producers, processors, traders, exporters, buyers, policymakers, development partners, financial institutions, researchers and service providers.
The Conference is expected to provide a platform for discussions on key issues shaping the future of Africa’s cashew industry while creating opportunities for investment, trade and strategic partnerships.
Speaking ahead of the event, President of the ACA Board of Directors, Ibrahim Sanfo, described Ghana’s hosting of the Conference as an opportunity to showcase the country’s progress in the cashew sector.
“The Conference in Ghana presents a unique opportunity to showcase the significant progress made in the country’s cashew sector, attract new investments, promote local processing and value addition, while reinforcing Ghana’s leadership role in Africa’s cashew industry,” he said.
According to the organisers, the 2026 theme reflects growing concerns over ensuring a sustainable and reliable supply of cashew to meet increasing global demand amid changing market and production dynamics.
The Conference will therefore focus on practical approaches to strengthening policy support, increasing public and private sector investment across the value chain, and fostering stronger collaboration among industry stakeholders.
Mr. Sanfo stressed that the industry’s long-term competitiveness will depend on collective action.
“The long-term sustainability of the cashew industry depends on deliberate actions by all stakeholders. Through supportive policies, increased investments across the value chain and stronger partnerships, we can build a resilient, globally competitive and sustainable African cashew industry capable of meeting increasing global demand while improving livelihoods and creating shared prosperity,” he said.
The programme will feature presentations, high-level panel discussions, technical workshops, thematic forums and information sessions led by industry experts and practitioners.
Key discussions will focus on production sustainability, financing and investment opportunities, policy and regulatory frameworks, market trends, value addition, quality and food safety standards, climate resilience and strategic partnerships.
The event will also facilitate business-to-business (B2B) meetings aimed at fostering new commercial relationships and strengthening existing partnerships across the global cashew industry.
In addition, the ACA Expo will showcase cashew products, technologies, innovations and services from organisations operating across the international cashew value chain, providing exhibitors with opportunities to engage prospective investors, buyers and partners.
About the African Cashew Alliance
The African Cashew Alliance was established in 2006 as an association of African and international businesses committed to promoting a globally competitive African cashew industry. Today, ACA members represent all segments of the cashew value chain, including producers, processors, traders, exporters and international buyers.
