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AGA - FESTIVAL 2025 USA EDITION
5th-8th Nov 2025, Movenpick Hotel Accra, Ghana
Accra International Conference Centre
AGRI TOUR
ART FESTIVAL
HERITAGE TOUR
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP AWARDS 2025
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12th - 15th nov, 2025
Venue: Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center - Marriott Hotel 201 Waterfront Street National Harbor, Maryland, USA, 20745
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP AWARDS 2025
5th-8th Nov 2025, Movenpick Hotel Accra, Ghana
AGRITOUR & ART FESTIVAL 2025
Accra International Conference Centre
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THEME

Driving Inclusive Growth through Agriculture, Tourism, and Creative Innovation.

VISION

To foster a sustainable and innovative Agri-tourism and Creative Arts sector in Africa, celebrating cultural heritage and promoting economic growth.

MISSION

To drive inclusive economic growth, foster regional integration, and reinforce Africa’s cultural identity

Purpose

The AGA FESTIVAL is a Pan-African initiative that strategically integrates Agriculture, Tourism, Creative Arts, and Digital Innovation to stimulate inclusive economic growth, promote regional integration, and celebrate Africa’s rich cultural identity. By connecting diverse sectors, the festival serves as a platform for showcasing Africa’s innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurial potential while fostering collaboration among communities, policymakers, investors, and creatives.
The festival is specifically designed to advance inclusive and sustainable development, with a focus on empowering women and youth. By providing access to knowledge, markets, networks, and mentorship, the program nurtures entrepreneurship, leadership, and skills development, ensuring that the benefits of growth reach those traditionally underrepresented in economic opportunities.

The program draws inspiration from the Maryland Agri Tour and Art Festival, organized by the Circle of Angels Initiative Inc., USA—a model that successfully merges agriculture, arts, and community engagement. Leveraging this experience, the David Douglas Leadership Forum and its partners have adapted the concept for the African context, highlighting the continent’s agricultural innovation, tourism potential, cultural heritage, and leadership excellence.
Through this approach, the AGA Festival functions as a catalyst TO create opportunities for knowledge exchange, investment, and collaboration across Africa. It positions the continent to harness its creative and economic assets in a way that is inclusive, sustainable, and globally resonant.

Objectives

The AGA Festival is designed to create measurable social, economic, and cultural impact across Africa. Its strategic objectives are:


1.Stimulate Inclusive Economic Development
Promote entrepreneurship, investment, and market opportunities in agriculture, tourism, and creative sectors.
Encourage local value addition and the creation of jobs that benefit communities, particularly marginalized groups.


2.Promote Digital Transformation in Agriculture and Tourism
Facilitate the adoption of digital tools, platforms, and technologies that improve productivity, efficiency, and market access.
Support tech-driven solutions that connect farmers, creatives, and tourism operators with consumers, investors, and global networks.


3.Enhance Packaging, Marketing, and Export Readiness of Agri-Products
Build capacities in value addition, branding, and marketing to increase competitiveness.
Support access to local, regional, and international markets through exhibitions, trade fairs, and business linkages.


4.Empower Women and Youth Through Skills, Finance, and Markets
Provide training, mentorship, and financial inclusion initiatives to enhance entrepreneurship and leadership skills.
Facilitate access to markets and investment opportunities that promote economic independence and social empowerment.


5.Preserve Indigenous Knowledge, Cultural Identity, and Biodiversity
Promote African cultural heritage, traditional agricultural practices, and biodiversity conservation.
Support initiatives that integrate cultural identity into tourism, arts, and agricultural value chains.


6.Strengthen Community Resilience to Climate and Economic Shocks
Promote sustainable and climate-smart agricultural practices.
Build community preparedness and adaptive capacities to mitigate risks from environmental and economic challenges.

Why Join Us

Why you should Join this Event

The Global Leadership Awards celebrate excellence, uniting leaders worldwide to connect, learn, and be inspired!

Networking

Connect with top professionals, industry experts, and like-minded leaders from diverse fields.

Great Speakers

Gain insights from world-class speakers sharing their experiences, strategies, and leadership wisdom.

New People

Build valuable relationships and collaborate with influential individuals who can shape your future.

Have Fun

Enjoy a dynamic and engaging atmosphere with exciting activities, entertainment, and unforgettable moments.

MEET OUR

Host & Co-Hosts

Host:  Mr. David Douglas Tengey

Host: Mr. David Douglas Tengey

Executive Director; David Douglas Leadership Forum
     Event Co-Host  Dr. Kwabena Minta Nyarku

    Event Co-Host Dr. Kwabena Minta Nyarku

    Member of Parliament - Cape Coast North.
      Event Cohost & Curator: Tania Tome

      Event Cohost & Curator: Tania Tome

      American Business Award Judge Member, President, Womenice.Org.

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        Convener

        Roseanna Vogt - USA

        Roseanna Vogt - USA

        Founder &CEO - Circle of Angels Initiative Inc.
          H.E Ambassador Moleboheng Matli,

          H.E Ambassador Moleboheng Matli,

          MBL, President & Executive Chairperson, Women African Tourism Board

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            Chief Guest

            H.E. Rosalia Arteaga

            H.E. Rosalia Arteaga

            The First Female President of Ecuador

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              Guest of Honor

              H.E. Prof.Sarah Agbor

              H.E. Prof.Sarah Agbor

              African Union Commissioner - Cameron

                MEET OUR

                Special Guests

                Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu

                Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu

                First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
                  H.E. Fatima Jabbe-Bio

                  H.E. Fatima Jabbe-Bio

                  First Lady of Sierra Leone
                    Dr. Khalilah Camacho Ali

                    Dr. Khalilah Camacho Ali

                    Writer, Activist and Former Wife of Legendary Muhammad Ali

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                      Royal Host

                      Her Royal Highness Princess Dr. Moradeun Ogunlana

                      Her Royal Highness Princess Dr. Moradeun Ogunlana

                      Founder and CEO AWHPI Global Foundation AFRICA 2-5-9 (Nigeria) Limited
                        His Royal Majesty King Teiko Tsuru 11

                        His Royal Majesty King Teiko Tsuru 11

                        King of the GA State and President of the GA Traditional Council

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                          Royal Guest

                          His Royal Mejesty Buipewura Jinapor II.

                          His Royal Mejesty Buipewura Jinapor II.

                          Paramount Chief of Buipe Traditional Area.
                            NAA PROF. EDMUND NMINYEM DELLE, CHIIR VIII.  PARAMOUNT CHIEF: NANDOM

                            NAA PROF. EDMUND NMINYEM DELLE, CHIIR VIII. PARAMOUNT CHIEF: NANDOM

                            Founder and CEO AWHPI Global Foundation AFRICA 2-5-9 (Nigeria) Limited
                              His Royal Highness Nagonaab, Na-Pariyoung Kosom Asaga Yelzoya II

                              His Royal Highness Nagonaab, Na-Pariyoung Kosom Asaga Yelzoya II

                              (Paramount Chief and President of the Nabdam Traditional Council)
                                HIS ROYALTY MAJESTY BIFATE II.

                                HIS ROYALTY MAJESTY BIFATE II.

                                Chief of Gaoua Canton. Burkina Faso

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                                  Honoured Guest

                                  Honourable Eric Opoku

                                  Honourable Eric Opoku

                                  Minister for Food and Agriculture, Republic of Ghana
                                    Mr. Ibrahim Sannoh

                                    Mr. Ibrahim Sannoh

                                    Minister of Youth Affairs Republic of Sierra Leone Spur Road Freetown
                                      Honourable Ahmed Ibrahim

                                      Honourable Ahmed Ibrahim

                                      Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Republic of Ghana
                                        Sen. Dr. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi.Con

                                        Sen. Dr. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi.Con

                                        Minister of State - Agriculture, & Food Security. - Federal Republic of Nigeria.
                                          Honourable Mrs. Nabeela Tunis

                                          Honourable Mrs. Nabeela Tunis

                                          Minister for Tourism and Culture Republic of Sierra Leone Brookfields Freetown
                                            Honourable Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah

                                            Honourable Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah

                                            Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Ghana
                                              Hon. Dzifa Abla Gomashie

                                              Hon. Dzifa Abla Gomashie

                                              Minister for Tourism, Republic of Ghana
                                                Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson

                                                Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson

                                                Minister for Finance, Republic of Ghana

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                                                  Presiding Guest

                                                  H.E. Wamkele Mene

                                                  H.E. Wamkele Mene

                                                  CEO of AfCFTA (African Continental Free Trade Area)
                                                    Mr. Simon Madjie

                                                    Mr. Simon Madjie

                                                    Chief Executive, Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, Republic of Ghana
                                                      Hon. Maame Efua Houadjeto

                                                      Hon. Maame Efua Houadjeto

                                                      Chie Executive Officer – Ghana Tourism Authority
                                                        (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji OON

                                                        (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji OON

                                                        Group Managing Director/ CEO of Zenith Bank
                                                          H.E Ambassador Moleboheng Matli,

                                                          H.E Ambassador Moleboheng Matli,

                                                          MBL, President & Executive Chairperson, Women African Tourism Board

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                                                            • Rebecca Mendoza
                                                            • Auditorium A

                                                            Business Strategy

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                                                            • Auditorium A

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                                                            Convening Leaders
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                                                            • Auditorium A

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                                                            • Auditorium A

                                                            Gathering for Meet

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