The government has unveiled an ambitious plan to elevate Ghana’s textile and garment manufacturing industry to a projected value exceeding US$2 billion by 2033, as part of a comprehensive policy aimed at revitalising the sector.

The proposed expansion is expected to attract approximately US$1.2 billion in new investments, create 150,000 direct and indirect jobs, and revive cotton farming on 50,000 hectares of land across the country.

These targets were announced by Deputy Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Samson Ahi, during a stakeholder validation workshop on the draft Textiles and Garment Manufacturing Policy held in Accra.

“We are determined to scale the industry to a value of more than US$2 billion. This includes drawing in US$1.2 billion in fresh investments, generating 150,000 jobs, and promoting high-quality cotton cultivation across 50,000 hectares nationwide,” Mr. Ahi stated.

He emphasized that while the objectives are bold, they are achievable with a coordinated and collaborative approach. “Today’s workshop is more than just a review of policy—it is a critical step toward building a shared vision for the future of the industry,” he added.

Emphasis on Inclusive and Merit-Based Job Creation


Minister of Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo, called on stakeholders to ensure the new policy fosters inclusive employment, particularly for women and youth, while avoiding practices such as political patronage or overstaffing.

“We must resist the temptation to hire based on political loyalty or quantity over quality. Recruitment must be merit-based. Our young people need a future, and we owe it to them to build an economy that offers real opportunities,” Dr Pelpuo stressed.

He noted that at the time the current administration took office, youth unemployment stood at nearly 15 percent—underscoring the urgency of developing industries capable of absorbing young talent.

Once finalized, the Textiles and Garment Manufacturing Policy is expected to serve as a strategic roadmap for sustainable industry growth, attracting both local and international investment, and boosting Ghana’s competitiveness in global apparel markets.

The policy framework is designed to position the sector as a key pillar of economic transformation, supporting value chain development from cotton cultivation to finished garment exports.