SPI Consulting Services partners GTTIA to strengthen Ghana’s timber industry

A partnership for a stronger timber sector

Ghana News Agency reported from Takoradi on 5 November 2026 that SPI Consulting Services and the Ghana Timber Trade and Industry Association (GTTIA) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding. The agreement brings together organisational development and sector expertise to help the Association support a timber industry that can compete while meeting environmental responsibilities.

Lord-Lucas Vodzi, a Chartered Environmentalist and Business Development Planning Expert, and Professor Victor Fannam Nunfam, a Research and Advocacy Specialist, represented SPI Consulting Services in signing the agreement. GTTIA President Alexander Kingsfred Dadzie signed for the Association.

Building institutional capability

The planned support covers GTTIA’s internal systems and the capabilities of its leadership, secretariat, member associations and wider stakeholders. It also seeks to strengthen the Association’s research and policy work so that it can contribute informed positions in Ghana and in regional and international discussions.

• Strengthen administrative arrangements, operations and professional skills.
• Develop research capacity and more effective policy advocacy.
• Pursue financial and technical support, new partnerships and sustainable revenue opportunities.
• Encourage innovation, technology uptake, investment and greater value addition in timber and wood products.

Sustainability and competitiveness

The collaboration responds to growing expectations around timber legality, responsible sourcing and environmental standards. Alongside improving GTTIA’s profile, it aims to help Ghanaian producers strengthen their position in local and export markets without losing sight of forest protection.

These are objectives of the partnership rather than results already achieved. The agreement establishes a basis for coordinated action across the timber value chain, linking stronger institutions with opportunities for inclusive and sustainable sector development.