Garden, Flower Show 2024 launched - Fair slated for Sept. 22-29

The 12th Annual Ghana Garden and Flower Show has been scheduled for Sunday, September 22 to Sunday, September 29, 2024, at the Efua Sutherland Children's Park in Accra. 

The theme for this year's event: "GREENOVATION: Green the Nation, Feed the Nation, Grow the Nation", highlights the intersection of environmental conservation, food security, economic empowerment and green innovation.

The event, birthed by Strategic Communications Africa Ltd. (Stratcomm Africa), emphasises the need to envision and secure the future of life through innovative and sustainable practices in horticulture, floriculture and agriculture, which contribute to food security and economic empowerment.

Events

It will feature an eight-day exhibition showcasing a variety of gardening, horticulture, floriculture and agriculture products; Green to Riches Conference, a youth-focused event exploring green business opportunities and sustainable development strategies to encourage youth participation in floriculture and horticulture; and masterclasses of expert-led sessions offering practical skills in sustainable gardening, environmental conservation and innovative green technologies.

Other events to feature are the Little Green Fingers, which involves special gardening workshops for children to engage the next generation of environmental stewards through interactive and educational activities.

There will also be special events, notably the Israeli Green Innovation Competition (IGIC), entertaining and educational activities, including drama night and music night, designed to engage attendees of all ages.

Sustainable future

The Chief Executive Officer of Stratcomm Africa, Esther A. N. Cobbah, said "the Ghana Garden and Flower Show has always been more than an event; it is part of a movement for a greener, more sustainable future. The show is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, addressing climate action and food security challenges”.

“Our theme for this year also embodies the essence of Stratcomm Africa’s existence for 30 years. Stratcomm Africa's 30th anniversary theme, 'Pioneering, Innovating, Impacting', reflects our dedication to developing innovative approaches that amplify societal impact,” she said.

Ms Cobbah, who is also the President of the Institute of Public Relations Ghana, added that “in the light of the current food price hikes, this year’s show seeks to encourage Ghanaians to combine growing food and flowers in home gardens, thus taking concrete actions towards a greener and more prosperous Ghana”.
 

Garden fair

The Ghana Garden and Flower Show is the flagship event of the Ghana Garden and Flower Movement, an initiative birthed and being nurtured by Stratcomm Africa.