Trade Minister Confirms Komenda Sugar Factory to Resume Operations by 2026
The Komenda Sugar Factory, a key industrial project in the Central Region that has remained largely dormant for decades, is set to resume operations by the end of 2026, according to the Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu‑Adjare.
The minister disclosed that the government has secured large tracts of land for sugarcane cultivation, ensuring a steady supply of raw materials for the factory once it restarts production. This move is part of a broader effort to revive the facility, create jobs, and promote local sugar production, reducing Ghana’s dependence on imports.
An Interim Management Committee (IMC) was recently inaugurated to evaluate the factory’s infrastructure, assess business viability, and chart a clear path toward full operational status. The committee is tasked with overseeing rehabilitation, securing strategic partnerships, and implementing measures to ensure sustainability and profitability.
The Komenda Sugar Factory, located in the Komenda‑Edina‑Eguafo‑Abrem Municipality, has long been envisioned as a major driver of industrial growth and employment in the region. Its revival is expected to stimulate local economic activity, support the sugarcane farming community, and contribute to national agricultural development goals.
Minister Ofosu‑Adjare emphasized that the government is committed to ensuring the project is managed effectively and operates at full capacity within the projected timeline. Further details regarding investors, production capacity, and operational planning are expected to be announced in the coming months.
The revival of the Komenda Sugar Factory represents a significant step toward industrialisation, job creation, and import substitution in Ghana, aligning with broader economic strategies to strengthen local manufacturing and agribusiness sectors.