Lagos, May 5, 2025 – Aliko Dangote, the Chief Executive of Dangote Group, is to build a sugar refinery in Ghana.
He announced the plan in a post on Linkedin, saying the company would be located in Kwame-Danso in Bono Region of Ghana.
Dangote said the company would help to reduce Ghana’s sugar bill estimated at $162 million and boost local agro-industrial capacity.
“We’re thrilled to announce the launch of a major agro-industrial project in Kwame-Danso, Bono Region: Dangote Sugar Refinery,” he said.
Dangote described he venture as a new chapter in the country’s industrial transformation.
He said all required permits had been secured, while the land had also been acquired.
“With land secured and necessary permits obtained, we’re moving forward with the support of Ghana’s ‘One District, One Factory’ initiative,” he stated.
“This project tackles Ghana’s US$162 million sugar import bill while fostering a sustainable, homegrown solution.”
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