Alan Kyerematen

Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen is a prominent Ghanaian politician and former Minister of Trade and Industry. He served in this role from 2017 to 2023.13 Born on October 3, 1955, Kyerematen has had a distinguished career in both politics and international trade.12

Key points about Alan Kyerematen:

1. Political career:

   • Minister of Trade and Industry (2017-2023)13
   • Ghana's Ambassador to the United States (2001-2003)12
   • Minister of Trade, Industry, Private Sector Development, and Presidential Special Initiatives during John Kufuor's administration1

2. International experience:

   • Trade advisor at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa1
   • Coordinator of the African Trade Policy Centre2
   • Regional Director of ENTERPRISE AFRICA, a UNDP initiative2

3. Education:

   • Graduate in Economics from the University of Ghana2
   • Qualified Barrister-at-Law from the Ghana Law School2
   • Hubert Humphrey Fellow at the University of Minnesota2

4. Corporate experience:

   • Started as a junior manager at a Unilever Ghana subsidiary, becoming a senior corporate executive by age 223
   • Founder and CEO of EMPRETEC Ghana Foundation2

5. Recent developments:

   • Resigned from his ministerial position in January 20231
   • Left the New Patriotic Party in September 20233
   • Formed his own political party called Movement for Change3

Kyerematen is known for his expertise in international trade, public policy, and enterprise development. He has played significant roles in shaping Africa's trade policies and promoting small and medium enterprises across the continent.2