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A Ghanaian agribusiness entrepreneur is gaining international attention for transforming cocoa waste into high-value skincare products, highlighting the growing role of innovation in Africa’s agricultural sector. Esther Kyerewaa Twumasi, founder of SkinVive, is representing Ghana at the Macfrut 2026 in Rimini—one of the world’s leading exhibitions for the fruit and vegetable value chain. At the event, Twumasi is showcasing SkinVive, a business built on a circular economy model that converts cocoa pod husk waste into natural, chemical-free skincare products. The innovation addresses a major agricultural challenge while creating new income streams for cocoa farmers, particularly women. Her participation is supported by the E4Impact Foundation, which promotes high-impact African enterprises on global platforms. Speaking at the fair, Twumasi emphasized the broader significance of her work, noting that African-led solutions can compete globally while linking agriculture, ...