Mahama Breaks Ground for $250 Million Float Glass Factory in Shama, Boosting Ghana’s Industrial Ambitions

Big industrial transformation is underway in Ghana’s Western Region as President John Dramani Mahama officially broke ground for a massive $250 million float glass manufacturing facility in Shama. The landmark project is set to become one of the largest float glass production plants in Africa, positioning Ghana as a major exporter of high-quality glass products to global markets.

A Major Industrial Milestone for Ghana

The Shama Float Glass Factory expansion marks a bold step in Ghana’s industrialisation drive, aligning with broader economic transformation policies aimed at strengthening local manufacturing and boosting exports. Once completed, the facility will produce premium float glass for international markets including the United States, France, Italy, and beyond.

Industry analysts say the project will significantly reduce Ghana’s reliance on imported glass while improving the country’s trade balance — a key objective highlighted in multiple World Bank reports on Ghana’s industrial growth potential.

GHS 740 Million in Taxes — And Counting

In 2025 alone, the Shama Float Glass Factory reportedly paid over GHS 740 million in taxes to the Government of Ghana from its tiles production operations. With the addition of the new float glass plant, projections indicate tax contributions could exceed GHS 1 billion next year.

This revenue injection is expected to support infrastructure, healthcare, education, and other national development priorities while strengthening Ghana’s fiscal capacity.

Jobs, Exports, and Economic Expansion

Beyond revenue, the new facility is expected to create hundreds of direct and indirect jobs, stimulate supply chains, and attract further industrial investment into the Western Region. The project reinforces Ghana’s push toward value-added manufacturing — a theme frequently covered in our business reports at GhanaMedia.net Business.

Experts say large-scale manufacturing investments like this are critical to transforming Ghana into a regional industrial hub, boosting export earnings, and accelerating long-term economic growth.

A Transformational Investment

The $250 million float glass facility represents more than just a factory — it symbolizes confidence in Ghana’s economic future. With expanded production capacity, rising tax contributions, and growing export potential, Shama is rapidly emerging as a key industrial centre in West Africa.

If successfully executed, this project could redefine Ghana’s manufacturing landscape and position the country among Africa’s leading industrial exporters.