A Non-Profit Industry Association Uniting the Value Chain
The Global Shea Alliance (GSA) brings together women processors, local communities, commercial suppliers, global cosmetic & food brands, and international stakeholders under one shared mission.
We design and execute multi-stakeholder programs that enhance industry competitiveness, champion sustainability across African parklands, and ensure dignified livelihoods for millions of women collectors.
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Connected Across 36 Nations
Explore our active member regions and global trade network. Our alliance spans key harvesting zones across West Africa to primary manufacturing and market destinations worldwide.
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Leadership & Member Perspectives
"Our commitment to the parklands is a commitment to generational resilience. By standardizing practices and uniting stakeholders, we safeguard both an ecosystem and a global industry."
"Through GSA’s capacity building and warehouse initiatives, our cooperative gained direct access to international markets, transforming livelihoods across our entire district."
Action for Shea Parklands
Consolidating restoration, research, and community-led conservation to halt Parkland degradation and expand sustainable harvests across sub-Saharan Africa.
Upcoming Events & Conferences
GSA European Industry Conference
Connecting global brands, regulators, and suppliers to establish regulatory standards and sustainable supply chains.
Annual Parkland Sustainability Workshop
Technical updates on parkland restoration, grafted shea seedling propagation, and organic soil management.
Global Shea Trade Expo & General Assembly
The flagship annual gathering bringing together 500+ stakeholders for voting, exhibitions, and market intelligence.
Meet the People Behind GSA
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Éléonore Vance
President Flip for BioÉléonore Vance
Executive Committee PresidentOver 18 years driving global agricultural trade policy and environmental stewardship across West Africa. Spearheads GSA's strategic vision and international policy partnerships.
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Kofi Boateng
Managing Director Flip for BioKofi Boateng
Secretariat Operations LeadDirects day-to-day operations, multi-stakeholder donor initiatives, and expansion of GSA field hubs. Former regional director with institutional sustainability credentials.
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Ebenezer Amponsah
Membership Director Flip for BioEbenezer Amponsah
Global Membership DirectorManages relationship pipelines for GSA's 840+ member network across 36 countries. Primary point of contact for corporate subscriptions, tiers, and partner onboarding.
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Dr. Bernard N'Cho
Technical Chair Flip for BioDr. Bernard N'Cho
Working Committee LeadLeads research teams on parkland restoration, grafted-shea yield optimization, and food-grade quality compliance standards across commercial exports.
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GSA Launches Expanded Parkland Restoration Drive across West Africa
RFP: Technical Consultancy for Shea Resource Centre Buildout (Tamale)
