Ghana’s food and beverage manufacturing industry players were honored at the 2nd Future of Food & Beverage Manufacturing Awards, hosted at Accra Marriott Hotel on Friday, April 4, 2025.
The prestigious event, themed “Transforming Africa’s Food & Beverage Manufacturing Industry: Innovation, Sustainability, and Self-Sufficiency,” brought together top industry leaders, government officials, innovators, and trailblazers from across the food value chain, placing the spotlight on companies and individuals who have shown excellence in innovation, quality, operational efficiency, and strategic leadership in agribusiness and Ghana’s most vital economic sector, the food and beverage sector.
Organized by The Governance & Business Boardroom, the awards served as a national platform to celebrate and reward Ghana’s finest in food and beverage manufacturing while inspiring actionable conversations around Africa’s food security and industrial transformation.
The glamorous evening saw notable keynote presentations from dignitaries including: Honourable John Setor Dumelo, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Food and Agriculture, Ghana, Professor Kobby Mensah, Chief Executive Officer, Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC) and Dr. (Mrs.) Adelaide Araba Siaw Agyepong, CEO, African Agribusiness Consortium
In his remarks, the Deputy Minister Honourable. John Setor Dumelo paid respect to the relentless efforts of the industry’s trailblazers. “It is both an honour to stand before you this evening to celebrate the champions of Ghana’s food and beverage manufacturing sector—pioneers who continue to shape the backbone of our economy.
The individuals and companies we celebrate tonight are not just manufacturers—they are visionaries, problem-solvers, and nation-builders. Their tireless commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability is helping Ghana move steadily toward food self-sufficiency and agro-industrial excellence.
As government, we recognize the importance of this sector—not only in feeding our nation but in creating jobs, empowering farmers, strengthening our value chains, and contributing significantly to GDP. That is why we continue to support policies and partnerships that empower local producers and attract strategic investment in agribusiness.
In their individual presentations, these speakers reaffirmed the urgency and importance of driving innovation, strengthening sustainability practices, and promoting self-sufficiency across Africa’s food manufacturing value chain.
On the other hand, in his address, Mr. Richmond Anim Damoah, the visionary leader behind The Governance & Business Boardroom, emphasized the vital role the food and beverage manufacturing industry play in Ghana’s economic development:
He said “The food and beverage manufacturing sector is not only one of the largest contributors to Ghana’s GDP, but it is also a crucial pillar when it comes to food security, industrial innovation, job creation, and export diversification. Today, we celebrate the unsung heroes of our economy—the manufacturers, marketers, technologists, and entrepreneurs—whose dedication fuels our agricultural transformation and uplifts livelihoods across communities.”
“Their outstanding contributions are not just about numbers and volumes—they are about purpose, resilience, and long-term impact. This awards ceremony is our way of saying ‘thank you’—for working tirelessly, innovating boldly, and shaping the future of agribusiness in Ghana and beyond. We believe that by recognizing excellence, we encourage more of it. This is how we transform industries, inspire generations, and build a prosperous, self-reliant Africa.” He added
Among the many highlights of the evening was the recognition of Future of Beverages Icon of the Year 2024, Mr. Felix Gomis, West Africa Business Unit of the Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company, one of Africa’s Top 50 Future of Food & Beverage Icons for 2024 by The Boardroom Magazine’s Food & Beverages Business Issue.
Other esteemed honorees included: Dr. (Mrs.) Adelaide Araba Siaw Agyepong, CEO, African Agribusiness Consortium who scooped the Visionary Agribusiness Entrepreneur Award, Mr. Ali Ajami, Marketing Director for Twellium Industrial Company Limited who was adjudged the Outstanding Marketing Leader of the Year (FMCG), Madam Felicia Twumasi, CEO of Homefoods Processing & Cannery Ltd who won the Top Future of Food & Beverage Visionary of the Year and Madam Lesley Anita Adjei Mensah, CEO of Feenam Indstries Limited who also scooped the Outstanding CEO of the Year (Beverages).
It is worth noting that the 2025 edition was co-hosted alongside the National Hotelier Leadership Awards, National Packaging, Plastics & Labelling Awards, and the Ghana Timber & Sustainable Forestry Awards, making the evening a dynamic one embedded with cross-sector excellence.
The 2nd Edition of the Future of Food & Beverages Manufacturing Awards 2025 powered by the Governance & Business Boardroom, Africa’s leading corporate governance and business leadership platform, is dedicated to fostering excellence, ethical leadership, and sustainable business practices across the continent. Through thought leadership, high-impact events, and strategic networking, they empower organizations and executives to drive innovation, accountability, and long-term growth in Africa’s corporate landscape.
Overall, the award winners present were treated with good music, intercontinental cuisine and an all-round entertainment. Indeed, it was a beautiful night for the key leaders and pioneers in the Food & Beverages Manufacturing industry.
Below is a full list of the outstanding brands and visionary leaders honoured during the gala night
- Future of Beverages Icon of the Year 2024 – Mr. Felix Gomis, West Africa Business Unit of the Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company, has been recognized as one of Africa’s Top 50 Future of Food & Beverage Icons for 2024 by The Boardroom Magazine’s Food & Beverages Business Issue.
- Visionary Agribusiness Entrepreneur Award – Dr. (Mrs.) Adelaide Araba Siaw Agyepong, Chief Executive Officer, African Agribusiness Consortium.
- Outstanding Marketing Leader of the year (FMCG) – Mr. Ali Ajami
- Water Brand of the year – Verna Mineral water
- Top Future of Food & Beverage Visionary of the Year – Madam Felicia Twumasi, Chief Executive Officer, Homefoods Processing & Cannery Ltd
- Outstanding CEO of the year (Beverages) – Madam Lesley Anita Adjei Mensah
- Best Beverage Manufacturing Company of the Year – Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Ghana
- CSR Company of the Year – Coca-Cola Bottling Company Limited
- CSR Campaign of the Year (Women Empowerment) – Coca-Cola’s Economic Inclusion for Marginalized Women
- Biscuit Brand of the year – Mcberrybiscuitsgh
- Flavored Beverage of the year – Bigoo
- Best Food Processing Company of the Year – Homefoods Processing & Cannery Limited
- Outstanding Agri-Business of the Year – African Agribusiness Consortium.
- Future Beverage Company of the year – Feenam Industries Limited.
- Emerging Beverage product of the year – Peeva
