The Ghana Private Sector Competitiveness Programme II (GPSCP II) has marked another significant milestone with the successful hosting of its Second Grant Award Signing Ceremony, alongside the official launch of the Third Call for Proposals.
The ceremony was witnessed by Ms. Paula Oberli, Program Manager for Private Sector Development at the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) Headquarters, together with the SECO Ghana team. Their presence reaffirmed Switzerland’s continued commitment to strengthening Ghana’s private sector through targeted and results-driven interventions.
Under this second grant award cycle, ten (10) enterprises operating within the oil palm and cashew value chains have been selected to receive tailored business development and technical support. These enterprises demonstrated strong potential in competitiveness, productivity, sustainability, and market expansion.
The grants form part of GPSCP II’s broader strategy to enhance value addition, improve processing standards, and facilitate access to both domestic and international markets.
Notably, women represent 50% of the grantees, reflecting the programme’s strong emphasis on inclusive growth and gender-responsive private sector development. This milestone underscores the commitment of GPSCP II and its partners to empowering women-led businesses and strengthening female participation across value chains.
With each grant cycle, the programme is laying the foundation for measurable impact within Ghana’s agribusiness ecosystem particularly in the oil palm and cashew sectors, which remain critical to rural employment and industrial growth.
During the ceremony, the Third Call for Proposals (DPP Call 3) was officially launched, opening new opportunities for additional enterprises to benefit from the matching grant facility. The launch signals continued momentum in strengthening Ghana’s private sector competitiveness through strategic partnerships and targeted financial support.
GPSCP II is financed by the Government of Switzerland through the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), in collaboration with key national stakeholders including the Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) and implemented by NIRAS.
As the programme progresses, it remains focused on building resilient, export-oriented enterprises capable of driving sustainable economic growth and creating decent jobs across Ghana. We congratulate all grantees and look forward to witnessing the transformative impact of their projects on their businesses, their communities, and the Ghanaian economy
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