The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) says it will unveil a plan to empower local garment manufacturers to fully benefit from the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
To this end, the Association is in discussions with key stakeholders to provide members with the necessary assistance to build their capacity for the export market.
AGI’s Sector Chairperson for Garments, Textiles, and Leather, Mrs Doris Nana Kessie, said this during a familiarisation visit to Maagrace Garments Limited in Koforidua.
She said regardless of the challenges, Ghana’s Garment Sector would benefit tremendously from the free trade if “it is well positioned.”
The familiarisation trip to the region was to meet and interact with industry workers to learn about their operations and challenges.
Production
Mr Krishantha Silva, General Manager of Maagrace Garments Limited, said the company would begin producing surgical masks once certifications were obtained.
He said the company was making changes to broaden its product base for the export market, and that “if this is done, it will result in the employment of more workers” at the factory.
The Technical Director of Maagrace Garments Limited, Mr Paul Allen, said the company was considering a switch to a solar system due to the high cost of electric power.
Mr Dela Gadzanku, AGI’s Eastern Regional Chairman, complained about the difficulties in sourcing quality raw materials and said the association would investigate.
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