Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama, has commended Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare for her hard work and sterling performance as the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry.
The President delivered the praise during a series of industrial engagements in Shama in the Western Region on Tuesday 24th February, 2026.
The events included the sod-cutting ceremony for a new float glass manufacturing facility by KEDA (Ghana) Ceramics Company Limited, the commissioning of a modern sanitary wares factory, and the inauguration of the fifth phase of the company’s tile production line.
These activities form part of the government’s broader agenda to boost local manufacturing, promote value addition, and strengthen Ghana’s industrial base through strategic partnerships and investment in large-scale production facilities.
President Mahama highlighted the Ministry’s critical role in facilitating industrial growth, attracting investment, and creating jobs, noting that Hon. Ofosu-Adjare’s leadership has significantly advanced Ghana’s trade and industrialisation drive.
The expansion of KEDA Ceramics’ operations in Shama is expected to create substantial employment opportunities, reduce imports of building materials, and position Ghana as a key manufacturing hub within the sub-region.
Speaking at the event, President Mahama described the investment as a major milestone in Ghana’s industrial transformation agenda.
“This investment is important because it marks another significant step in our country’s industrial transformation plans,” he stated.
He emphasised that KEDA (Ghana) Ceramics Company Limited has long been established in Ghana, and the addition of the new factory to its production line is a welcome development.
According to the President, the new glass factory will produce 1,400 tonnes of glass daily, significantly reducing imports. It is projected to generate an estimated $100 million in annual exports, strengthen local supply chains, and create sustainable employment opportunities.
The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, commended the management of KEDA (Ghana) Ceramics Company Limited, describing their investment in Ghana’s industrial development as both bold and visionary.
She reiterated that President Mahama has made it clear that “Ghana is open for business”, and called on private sector operators in garments and textiles, pharmaceuticals, digital infrastructure, agro-processing, and other sectors to deepen their presence and partnerships in Ghana.
The Managing Director of KEDA Ceramics Ghana, Mr. Li Wei, and the Chairman of Twyford Group, Mr. Shen Yanchang, also praised Hon. Ofosu-Adjare for her proactive engagement and foresight in supporting the company. They reaffirmed their commitment to Ghana and assured stakeholders that the company will continue to adhere strictly to environmental standards.
