Value Addition Centre Team

Meet the dedicated professionals driving value addition initiatives across Africa's agricultural, manufacturing, and trade sectors. Our team works to transform raw materials into finished goods, creating jobs and increasing economic value.

Transforming Africa's Economy Through Value Addition

The Value Addition Centre is ACW-SEDCI's strategic initiative to move African economies up the global value chain. Our team coordinates market access, provides technical expertise, and facilitates partnerships to ensure African products compete globally with enhanced value and quality.

From agricultural processing to manufacturing excellence, our professionals work across the continent to build capacity, connect producers to markets, and drive sustainable industrial development.

Market Coordination Team

Experts connecting African producers with global markets and ensuring fair value distribution

Misgun Ethiopia Market Coordinator

Misgun T.

Ethiopia Market Coordinator

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Specializing in coffee, textiles, and leather goods value chains. Coordinates export strategies for Ethiopian producers and facilitates connections with international buyers across Europe and Asia.

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Vivian Adeoye - Head of Trade

Vivian Adeoye

Head of Trade & Market Access

Accra, Ghana

25-year-old trade specialist with expertise in AfCFTA implementation and cross-border value chains. Leads initiatives to reduce trade barriers and increase African manufactured goods in global markets.

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Shanta Lana

International Liaison Coordinator

London, UK & Nairobi, Kenya

Bridging African value addition initiatives with international partners, investors, and technical experts. Focuses on technology transfer, quality standards compliance, and diaspora investment in African manufacturing.

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Analysis & Advisory Team

Experts providing market intelligence, input advice, and strategic guidance

Market Analyst & Input Advisor

H-AM BLACKNIFICENT

Market Analyst & Input Advisor

Dakar, Senegal

Specializes in agricultural inputs, commodity pricing, and value chain analysis. Provides actionable insights to producers on optimal input use, market timing, and value addition opportunities across West Africa.

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Forgiveness Enech

Forgiveness Enech

Liaison Administration Officer

Abuja, Nigeria

Coordinates between government agencies, private sector partners, and producer organizations. Manages documentation, compliance, and administrative processes for value addition projects across multiple regions.

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Morufu Adeoye Oseni

Data & Performance Analyst

Lagos, Nigeria

Tracks value addition metrics, impact assessment, and ROI analysis for processing facilities and manufacturing initiatives. Develops dashboards and reports for stakeholders and investors.

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Top Value Addition Contributors

Recognizing outstanding partners and producers driving value addition across Africa

Rank Contributor Sector Impact
1 First Contributors Agro-processing Created 500+ jobs, 40% value increase
2 Second Contributors Textile Manufacturing Exported to 15+ countries
3 Third Contributors Mineral Beneficiation Added $50M in local value
4 Fourth Contributors Food Processing Reduced post-harvest loss by 70%
5 Fifth Contributors Leather Goods Tripled export value
6 Sixth Contributors Cosmetics (Shea, Argan) Women-owned, fair trade certified
7 Seventh Contributors Cashew Processing Local processing increased to 35%
8 Eighth Contributors Cocoa Processing First African chocolate brand in EU
9 Ninth Contributors Pharmaceuticals Local drug production, 60% cost reduction
10 Tenth Contributors Renewable Energy Tech Solar panel assembly, 10,000 units/year

Value Addition Impact

Our team's work in numbers across Africa

150+
Value Addition Projects
$2.3B
Value Added to African Products
45,000+
Jobs Created
62%
Increase in Producer Income
28
African Countries Covered
15
Global Market Connections