Abstract
The study sought to assess effects of engagement in shea butter processing on sustainable livelihood of women in Sagnarigu Municipality. The study deployed a mixed research approach where data was collected using both structured questionnaire and interview guide. Independent-Samples t-test was used to analyse the questionnaire data from 240 women engaged in shea butter processing. Also, narrative method was used to analyse interview data from 5 women. It was found that engagement of women in shea butter processing has significantly improved their financial, natural, social and physical capitals. The study recommends for integrated shea butter processing policy in Ghana, where value is added at each supply chain of shea butter processing to help improve livelihood of many women in the Sagnarigu Municipality.
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