Profile
Agribusiness scientist, lecturer, and development consultant with strong expertise in agricultural value chains, farmer capacity building, entrepreneurship development, and applied agribusiness research. Demonstrates extensive experience in designing and implementing large-scale training programmes, strengthening agri-MSMEs, and supporting innovations that enhance market access and productivity
Has delivered technical leadership on national and regional projects with institutions such as GIZ, Ghana Statistical Service, the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, and Agromovil Inc. A dedicated academic and mentor with proven skills in curriculum development, student supervision, and research dissemination through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
Brings excellent analytical ability, strong communication skills, and a commitment to advancing sustainable agri-food systems in Ghana and beyond.
Academic Qualification
| # | Qualifications |
|---|
| 1 | MPhil. Agribusiness, University of Ghana, 2017 |
| 2 | BSc. Agribusiness Management, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, 2014 |
| 3 | PhD Agribusiness Management - Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, 2025 Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology 2025 |
Publications
| Publications |
|---|
| Tangonyire, D. F., & Akuriba, G. A. (2020). Socioeconomic factors influencing farmers’
specific adaptive strategies to climate change in Talensi district of the Upper East Region of
Ghana. Ecofeminism and Climate Change. |
| Akuriba, G. A., & Tangonyire, D. F. (2020). Effects of nucleus-farmer outgrower schemes on
profitability among smallholder farmers: Empirical evidence from Northern Ghana. Cogent
Food & Agriculture, 6(1), 1823592. |
| Shaibu I., Wongnaa C. A., Amankwa K., Hagan M. A. S., Addo N., Akuriba G. A., and
Awunyo-Vitor D., (2023). Effectiveness of Agri-Preneurial Training For Self-Employment
by Graduates of Agricultural Colleges In Ghana. A Paper Presented at the 2023 African
Centre for Career Enhancement and Skills Support (ACCESS) International Conference and
Workshop, Abuja, Nigeria. |
| Akuriba, G. A., Awunyo-Vitor, D., Wongnaa, C. A., Owusu-Afriyie, R., Hagan, M. A. S., & Antwi, D. K. (2026). Assessment of Food Safety Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAPs) among Butchers and Fresh Meat Retailers in Ghana. Food Ethics, 11(1), 5. |
| Akuriba, G. A., Awunyo-Vitor, D., Wongnaa, C. A., Owusu-Afriyie, R., Hagan, M. A. S., & Sarfo, B. (2025). Perceived risk factors and their influence on compliance with meat safety guidelines among butchers and fresh meat retailers in Ghana. Dialogues in Health, 100250. |
| Sarfo, B., Asiedu, C. Y., Opoku-Mensah, S., Akuriba, G. A., & Antwi, D. K. (2025). Unwrapping risk perception towards street food safety: The relationships among net profit margin, perceived customer satisfaction and repurchase Intention. Food and Humanity, 100843. |
Awards & Grants
| # | Grants & Awards |
|---|
| 1 | Outstanding New Staff of the Quarter, Regentropfen University College, Kansoe, 2018 |
| 2 | Facilitated in wining grant from GIZ to train 50 entrepreneurs in Kumasi and Accra, 2022 |
Conferences Attended
| Conference & Workshops |
|---|
| Effectiveness of Agri-Preneurial Training For Self-Employment by Graduates of Agricultural Colleges In Ghana. A Paper Presented at the 2023 African Centre for Career |
| Enhancement and Skills Support (ACCESS) International Conference and Workshop, Abuja, Nigeria. Paper: Shaibu I., Wongnaa C. A., Amankwa K., Hagan M. A. S., Addo N., Akuriba G. A., and Awunyo-Vitor D., (2023) |
Positions Held
No position held
Research Interests
| Research Interest |
|---|
| Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship |
