Ghana Targets US$ 2 Billion Textile And Garment Industry By 2033
The Government of Ghana has unveiled an ambitious plan to scale the country’s textile and garment manufacturing industry to a value exceeding US$ 2 billion by 2033, as part of a new policy framework aimed at revitalising the sector and boosting economic growth.
According to the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, the initiative is projected to attract US$ 1.2 billion in new investments, create around 150,000 direct and indirect jobs and revive cotton cultivation across 50,000 hectares of farmland nationwide.
Speaking at a stakeholder validation workshop on the draft Textiles and Garment Manufacturing Policy in Accra, Deputy Minister Samson Ahi confirmed the government’s commitment to repositioning the industry as a key growth driver.
“We aim to scale the industry to over US$ 2 billion, attract US$1.2 billion in new investments, create 150,000 jobs and ensure quality cotton production across 50,000 hectares of farmland,” he stated, adding that the vision is achievable through collective effort and collaboration.
Minister of Labour, Jobs and Employment Dr. Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo urged stakeholders to ensure that the policy promotes inclusive and merit-based job creation, especially for women and youth.
“Do not create policies that lead to overstaffing or political favoritism. Hire people based on competence and capacity to drive change,” he emphasized. “Our focus should be on building a future for young people. At the time we took over, nearly 15% of youth were unemployed. We need a mindset reset, a reset of the economy.”
Once finalized, the textiles and garment manufacturing policy will serve as a strategic blueprint for sustainable industrial growth, investment attraction, and export competitiveness, positioning Ghana as a leading textile and garment hub in Africa.
