Elizabeth Asantewaa is a young, passionate agriculturist from Ghana whose journey in agriculture has been shaped by hands-on training, perseverance, and the empowering support of the HAPPY Program.
A graduate of Ohawu Agric College in the Volta Region, where she studied poultry, catfish, rabbit, and vegetable production. This was more than education—it was the beginning of a dream.
After her studies, she was posted to Papao for her national service.
She gained invaluable practical experience in poultry farming, working with layers, broilers, guinea fowls, turkeys, and even ostriches.
However, her true motivation was to build her own agribusiness and become self-reliant.
“Agriculture is a passion,” she explains. “If you don’t have passion, you can’t do it.”
Her journey took a new turn when she joined the HAPPY Project—an initiative aimed at empowering young people in agriculture. The program provided training in poultry management, practical brooding techniques, and critical tools like overalls and boots to support day-to-day farm activities.
For Elizabeth, the HAPPY Project was more than just training—it was empowerment.
Elizabeth is thrilled about HAPPY’s impact on Ghanaian youth. "This project is helping young farmers like me learn proper brooding techniques and bird management.
By the end of the program, they can raise birds on their own, become self-employed, and contribute to Ghana’s food security."
Currently, Elizabeth is working with a new batch of birds—just two days old.
In six weeks, they’ll be ready for sale, providing her with income and the satisfaction of running her own small business. But for her, it’s not just about the money—it’s about growth, independence, and impact.
“I didn’t want to stay at home doing nothing,” she says. “Because of the skills I’ve gained, I can now do things on my own. It has really helped me to become self-reliant.”
Elizabeth’s story is a powerful example of what happens when passion meets opportunity.
Through her determination and the support of the HAPPY Project, she has not only built a livelihood but also become a role model for other young people in her community.
Elizabeth Asantewaa is cultivating more than crops and birds—she’s cultivating a future. One filled with hope, purpose, and the power to inspire others.
