By Rachel Quartey and Rukayatu Musah
Ghana’s Vice President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to industrialisation and strong support for local manufacturing, as she commissioned a new production line at SoftCare Company Limited in Accra.
Speaking at the ceremony, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang said, “The expansion of SoftCare demonstrates that when we create a stable, business-friendly environment, local enterprises can grow, create jobs, support social development, and compete on the global stage. Locally produced sanitary pads not only improve menstrual hygiene but also help keep our girls in school, ensuring a brighter future for the nation.”
In a gesture of appreciation, SoftCare presented the Vice President with a bronze commemorative plaque and donated 50,000 packs of sanitary pads to the government to support the nationwide programme providing free pads to girls in basic and secondary schools.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang also disclosed that the government has allocated GHC 292.4 million in the 2026 Budget for the initiative, with a directive that all procured products must be manufactured in Ghana. She highlighted recent economic reforms, including tax reliefs and the digitisation of revenue collection, which are improving the business environment, attracting investment, and restoring investor confidence.
Minister for Trade and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, added, “The expansion of SoftCare’s production line is a clear reflection of the success of Ghana’s industrial policy. It delivers jobs, strengthens local supply chains, saves foreign exchange, and positions Ghana to attract further investment and lead in value-added manufacturing.”
Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, Tong Defa, said, “This project strengthens Ghana–China economic cooperation and reflects ongoing efforts to promote technology transfer, expand local production, and advance our shared ambitions for industrial growth and global competitiveness.”
The new production line is expected to increase SoftCare’s production capacity, strengthen domestic supply, and boost exports under the African Continental Free Trade Area. The expansion underscores Ghana’s readiness to produce, add value, and lead in competitive manufacturing, furthering the country’s industrialisation agenda and socio-economic development goals.
