On Monday August 25, 2025, AmCham Ghana CEO Doris Kafui Afanyedey hosted a delegation from the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC), led by Nina Halal, to explore opportunities within Ghana’s dairy and food and beverage sector. USDEC, a non-profit organization representing America’s dairy farmers, processors, and cooperatives, works globally to promote the use of U.S. dairy products through trade development and education.

The meeting provided an opportunity to explore how dairy products can be better integrated into Ghana’s market, particularly through beverages and other value-added applications. The USDEC team noted that their members in the United States are eager to deepen their presence in Ghana, viewing partnerships in the country as a strategic bridge for broader business opportunities. Nina underscored the Council’s commitment not only to expanding trade but also to equipping local stakeholders with the knowledge and skills to harness the full potential of dairy in food and beverage production.

Doris emphasized the importance of prioritizing local content, noting that sustained growth in the sector will depend on strategies that both leverage international expertise and foster domestic participation.

The meeting reinforced AmCham Ghana’s role in creating meaningful connections that bring global expertise into dialogue with local ambition, advancing shared opportunities across the dairy and wider food and beverage industries.