Bawku is situated in the north-eastern corridor of Ghana, sharing borders with Burkina Faso and Togo. This strategic positioning has made it a hub for cross-border trade, with vibrant markets like the Bawku Central Market attracting traders from neighboring countries. Agriculture is the backbone of the local economy, with crops like millet, maize, rice, groundnuts, and onions being cultivated extensively. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in agribusiness and value addition, which is being supported through various initiatives.