Trade Minister Calls for Local Sourcing to Boost Ghana's Manufacturing Sector

In a recent address, Ghana's Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, emphasized the importance of local sourcing for raw materials among the country’s manufacturing firms. This initiative aims to enhance job creation and promote sustainable industrialization within the nation. Ofosu-Adjare's remarks come in light of GB Foods’ upcoming plans to engage fully in commercial farming, targeting a local sourcing rate of 90-100% for its raw materials next year. She praised GB Foods for its operational excellence and significant contributions to the local economy through job creation and exports. Additionally, the Minister announced government support for local garment manufacturers and plans to establish new garment plants, which will help reduce reliance on foreign production. This strategy is part of a broader vision to position Ghana as a key industrial hub in Africa, reinforcing the need for a robust local manufacturing sector.