Nigerian billionaire and industrialist Aliko Dangote has announced the establishment of a major sugar refinery in Ghana’s Bono Region.
In a LinkedIn post on May 4, 2025, Dangote described the project as “a new chapter” for Ghana and highlighted its alignment with the government’s “One District, One Factory” (1D1F) initiative, which aims to promote industrialization through district-level manufacturing.
The Dangote Sugar Refinery, to be located in Kwame-Danso within the Sene West District, is designed with a daily sugarcane crushing capacity of 12,000 tons and will encompass 25,000 hectares of irrigated farmland.
The facility will produce sugar, molasses, and ethanol, contributing to Ghana’s goal to reduce its reliance on sugar imports and boost local agro-industrial capacity.
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Ghana currently imports approximately $162 million worth of sugar annually. The new refinery is expected to significantly reduce this import bill by fostering a sustainable, homegrown solution.
Dangote emphasized that all necessary permits have been secured, and land acquisition processes finalized, clearing the path for full-scale implementation.
The project is anticipated to generate thousands of jobs across farming, logistics, and manufacturing sectors in Ghana. Dangote stated, “At Dangote, we envision more than just a factory. We see a catalyst for economic independence, job creation, and transformative impact across Africa.”
This initiative is part of a broader effort to revitalize Ghana’s sugar industry. Other projects, such as Bui Sugar Limited’s planned factory in the Banda District, also aim to increase local sugar production and reduce dependence on imports.
The Dangote Sugar Refinery in Ghana is an important investment in the country’s agro-industrial sector. It aligns with national strategies to promote industrialization, create employment opportunities, and enhance economic self-reliance.
