The Ministry of Trade and Industry says it is exploring the use of locally sourced raw materials to reduce production costs and stabilise prices, while supporting producers facing rising expenses. He noted that the government’s immediate priority is to maintain price stability while engaging all stakeholders in the production chain. “So all that we did is to make sure that we bring stability and to protect our consumers,” he added. At the core of the challenge is Ghana’s reliance on imported raw materials, especially polymers used in sachet production, which have become more expensive due to global price fluctuations and supply disruptions. “As a ministry, we are very concerned about feeding the industry with available raw materials.

Source: GhanaWeb April 06, 2026 13:26 UTC