Ambassador Bonaventure Adjavor

His Excellency Bonaventure Adjavor was appointed as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ghana to Zimbabwe, with concurrent accreditation to Mozambique and Comoros, on 7^th July 2025, by His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana, and presented his credentials to His Excellency Dr. Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, at the State House on 10^th November, 2025.

H.E. Bonaventure Adjavor is a highly experienced and dedicated diplomat with over two decades of progressive leadership in international relations, economic diplomacy, and regional integration. Known for his self-motivation, strong organizational skills, and cross-cultural adaptability, he has consistently achieved corporate goals while fostering strong professional relationships. His expertise spans external economic cooperation, trade and transit facilitation, and bilateral relations, making him a proficient facilitator and strategic thinker. He is currently the Ambassador of Ghana to Zimbabwe.

Prior to his current diplomatic posting, H.E. Bonaventure Adjavor held several significant positions within Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Notably, he served as the Chargé d’ Affaires a.i. and Minister Plenipotentiary/Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of the Republic of Ghana in Cotonou, Benin from September, 2022 to July, 2025, where he played a pivotal role in strengthening Ghana’s diplomatic relations with Benin. He also served as the Director of the Economic, Trade, and Investment Bureau of Ghana’s Foreign Ministry from November, 2020 to August, 2022, where he was instrumental in formulating policies to enhance Ghana’s economic engagements and trade relations, as well as investment promotion to attract the needed FDI. Additionally, he chaired preparatory meetings for major international forums, such as the 8th Ghana-Germany Economic Forum, and the first investment forum in Finland, Denmark and Sweden, underscoring his leadership in international economic diplomacy.

His extensive career with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs dates back to May 2006, including postings as Chargé d’ Affaires a.i. and Minister Plenipotentiary/Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of the Republic of Ghana in Paris, France from September, 2016 to November, 2020, and Minister-Counsellor/Head of Chancery at the Embassy of the Republic of Ghana in Tokyo, Japan from August, 2009 to August, 2013.

Academically, H.E. Bonaventure Adjavor holds an M.A. in International Affairs and a B.A. in Social Work with Sociology, both from the University of Ghana, Legon. He has also undertaken numerous specialist training programs in areas such as performance management, multilateral diplomacy, cross-cultural negotiations, financial programming, trade promotion strategies and Regional Integration.

Throughout his career, he has been actively involved in ECOWAS initiatives, serving on various ECOWAS committees and commissions related to Administration, Finance, Trade, Customs, and Transport. He has also contributed to policy development, including leading the team for the preparation of the ECOWAS strategic policy document for Ghana. H.E. Bonaventure Adjavor is a co-author of the book “Nation-States and the challenges of Regional Integration in West Africa: The case of Ghana” (2009), and has presented numerous papers at international conferences and seminars on topics such as the ECOWAS Trade Liberalization Scheme (ETLS), regional integration, and economic diplomacy. He is proficient in English and Ewe, with working knowledge in French.

His contributions consistently demonstrate a commitment to practical economic integration. His statements consistently move beyond theoretical discussions to practical implementation, focusing on policy reforms and practical mechanisms that directly benefit businesses and citizens, especially small-scale traders. This hands-on approach suggests a dedication to making regional integration a reality on the ground, rather than just a policy objective.

As Director of the Economic, Trade and Investment Bureau, H.E. Bonaventure Adjavor frequently represented the former Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ghana, Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, at significant economic and trade events. This representation signifies the authority and trust placed in his expertise in matters of trade and investment.

A key focus of his work has been advocacy for intra-African trade and regional economic resilience. He notably called for an effective response in Intra-African trading, emphasizing the need for removal of Non-Tariff Barriers to trade, to make way for robust strategies to maintain economic activity across the continent. Furthermore, he has been a vocal proponent for the practical implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), stressing that it should not remain a theoretical framework but rather a practical action to achieve Africa’s potential as an economic powerhouse. He consistently advocates for the empowerment of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to fully harness the benefits of the AfCFTA.

H.E. Bonaventure Adjavor has also addressed internal economic policy, calling for Ghana to expedite action on implementing internal indirect tax reform measures. He links this to broader regional trade facilitation, recognizing that domestic reforms are crucial for enhancing overall trade competitiveness. He has consistently emphasized the necessity of developing the region’s production capacity, removing all constraints and obstacles to intra-regional trade, improving product quality to meet international standards, and ensuring macroeconomic stability to attract increased investment and foster economic development.

He has highlighted the vital role these traders play in national development, poverty reduction, and food security across the West African sub-region and Africa generally. He advocates for better-targeted interventions and the formalization of support for these traders, recognizing that despite challenges, their importance is increasingly acknowledged at national and regional levels. This strong emphasis on intra-African trade, regional economic integration, and the empowerment of local businesses points to a deliberate national strategy. Ghana views regional economic blocs and intra-African trade as fundamental pillars for its national development and broader continental prosperity. Officials like H.E. Bonaventure Adjavor are instrumental in translating this vision into actionable policies and initiatives, positioning Ghana as a leader in African economic integration.

In his previous leadership role as the Head of ECOWAS National Unit, Ghana, H.E. Bonaventure Adjavor played a significant part in regional economic integration initiatives. He chaired meetings at the Technical Committee levels at ECOWAS.

In recognition of his expertise and contributions, he was appointed to the governing board of the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) in 2021, where he collaborates with other board members to promote industrialization and job creation through export development.