In 2015, while still employed at a multinational company, Esthy Ama Asante stumbled into global trade through a simple inquiry about shea butter, cocoa butter, and griffonia. With no prior knowledge of these products, she relied on research, persistence, and faith to respond, “Yes, we can.” That bold step led to her first international order and eventually the birth of OTI—a journey of resilience, ethics, and promoting Ghana’s heritage through trade.

West Africa doesn’t just grow shea—it defines its soul. By taking control of the shea butter industry, the region can transform a legacy of extraction into a future of empowerment. The bans on raw exports are a starting point. What comes next must be a coordinated effort to build infrastructure, support cooperatives, enforce fair pricing, and tell the story of African shea with pride and precision.

A newborn’s skin is a canvas of innocence—soft, delicate, and remarkably sensitive to the world. Unrefined shea butter, with its raw purity and naturally rich composition, offers a nurturing touch that speaks the language of love and care. Unrefined shea butter is nature’s gift to delicate baby skin—rich in vitamins A and E, it helps moisturize, protect, and soothe without the interference of synthetic additives.