{
  "id": 12910830,
  "title": "Nestlé Ghana expands Tema factory, raises evaporated milk production capacity",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/nestle-ghana-expands-tema-factory-raises-evaporated-milk-production-12910830",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-08T16:34:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Joy Business",
    "slug": "joy-business",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/nestle-ghana-expands-tema-factory-raises-evaporated-milk-production-capacity/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nestlé Ghana has significantly expanded its Tema factory by adding a new evaporated milk production line, bolstering the company's local manufacturing capabilities. The inauguration, led by President John Dramani Mahama on October 8, 2026, replaces a production line that had been in operation for over three decades. This upgrade will elevate the factory's annual evaporated milk production capacity from around 12,960 tonnes to approximately 30,000 tonnes.\n\nThe enhanced facility will handle the filling, homogenisation, sterilisation, and packaging of milk locally, with all processes conducted by Ghanaian workers. President Mahama commended the investment as a testament to Ghana's ability to produce more of its own needs and bolster domestic manufacturing. He linked the expansion to the government's 24-hour economy initiative, aiming to promote continuous production, boost industrial activity, and generate employment opportunities.\n\nThe President encouraged Nestlé to capitalize on Ghana's role as the headquarters of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to extend its market presence across the continent. He highlighted the expanded production line's role in helping the company contribute to Ghana's objective of becoming a production hub for Africa. Additionally, Mahama emphasized the significance of safeguarding local manufacturers against illicit imports and customs evasion, particularly as domestic production capacity expands.",
  "summary": "Nestlé Ghana has expanded its Tema factory with a new evaporated milk production line, significantly increasing the company’s capacity to manufacture one of its major products locally.",
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        "title": "Nestlé Ghana expands Tema factory, raises evaporated milk production capacity",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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