Green Heart Africa
Green Heart Africa (GHA) was conceived by Indian and Ivorian promoters to give a boost to the Comprehensive Food Security in Côte d’Ivoire. Resolved to take up the challenges of malnutrition and food security with significant disparities persisting notably among the rural communities in northern Côte d’Ivoire. GHA has signed with the Government of Côte d’Ivoire to undertake paddy cultivation in 25,000 HA in their northern region.
About Us
Green Heart Africa (GHA), is engaged in various activities related to farming, crop production, agribusiness and related services. GHA plays a vital role in the agricultural industry by providing products, services, and technologies to support lasting and sustainable farming practices.
Côte d’Ivoire, West Africa has a population of about 22.5 million with an area of 322,460 sq km with a comparatively better growth rate.
The country adopted the National Strategy for the Development of the Rice Sector (SNDR) in 2012 with an objective to meet the rice consumption needs of its population. National Office for the Development of Rice (ONDR), now ADERIZ (AGENCY FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE RICE SECTOR), is the Project Manager for SNDR. ADERIZ has assigned Bounkani region (North East of the country) to GHA. Bounkani Region has an area of about 21,600 sq km and a population of 2,267,000. GHA has joined a team of another nine international players in augmenting rice production in Côte d’Ivoire.
Government undertakes to provide irrigational facility up to the area of cultivation; creates infrastructure facilities..roads, check dams, dams, water channels etc. Côte d’Ivoire being traditionally a rice growing country, it has its own technical knowhow and manpower and there is no bar to bring the technology from outside also. Rather, it is welcome.
Team
S.S.Krishnamoorthy
ChairmanS. S. Krishnamoorthy, Chairman, born on the banks of the River Thamirabharani - the lifeline of Southern Tamil Nadu, India - developed an enduring passion for agriculture. Despite a distinguished career as a police officer, he remained deeply committed to this interest. Recognising the vast potential of Côte d’Ivoire, he extended his vision beyond national boundaries, channeling his experience and leadership into an international venture, which led to the establishment of GHA.
Ken Sagar
Corporate AdvisorAn MBA with Masters in International Trade with an illustrious business and diplomatic career spanning over 35 years. Functioned as Managing Director of Fintech major Bartronics India Ltd, a BSE listed entity. Erstwhile Vice-President Tertium International, Montreal, Canada and Director APAC for United States Investment Associates LLC, a VC firm based out of Dallas, TX US. Now Hon Consul and President of Indo Israel Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Rashi Agropolis Ltd, Israel
Technical PartnerA seasoned agricultral development venture with expertise and experience in a broad array of agricultural enterprises. Engaged for the last 30 years in planning, establishment, consultation and on-going management of numerous projects in different spheres of agriculture in its home base Israel, and in other parts of the world.
Cisse Siry
DirectorEngineer by profession and agrarian by passion. Instrumental for the promotion of GHA. An Ivorian who strongly believes in the transformation of his country's Agri sector.
V T Nandakumar
DirectorBasically from Kerala, India, "God's Own Country". Veteran professional with governmental experience having educational and research background in Botanical Sciences and hands-on exposure and acumen in agriculture, horticultural businesses in India/UAE/Africa.
Kamara Siaka
DirectorAn agrarian with vast public exposure hailing from the Bounkani Region. Possess thorough knowledge on the people and places of Bounkani. A committed soul for the comprehensive upliftment of the region by ensuring food security.
Goal
Transforming agriculture into a productive and income-generating sector that should enable the region to progress towards sustainable, inclusive agriculture, as a driver of industrial transformation. Contributing to reducing poverty, achieving food and nutrition security and improving livelihoods of farmers and other rice value-chain actors in the Region by increasing the productivity and profitability of rice-based agri-food systems, while ensuring the sustainability of natural resources.
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+225 09981207
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Address
2 Plateaux, Les Vallons,
Centre Commercial Louis Panis
11 BP 655 Abidjan 11
Côte d’Ivoire