- Kyerematen pledges to complete Kumasi Industrial City
- $2.5 billion project to create jobs, boost economy
- Secured $130 million funding from World Bank, Korea
- - Ejisu Manhene endorses Kyerematen's presidential bid
Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen, the leader and founder of the Movement for Change/Afrafranto Alliance, has made a significant pledge to complete the Greater Kumasi Industrial City and Special Economic Zone project at Ejisu if he becomes president. During his visit to the Palace of Ejisu Manhene, Nana Afrane Okese IV, Kyerematen emphasized the project’s potential to transform Ghana’s industrial and economic landscape.
The $2.5 billion initiative is expected to revolutionize the nation’s industrial sector, creating vast employment opportunities. Kyerematen highlighted the project’s significance, stating it would be a massive step toward industrializing Ghana’s economy.
Kyerematen revealed that Nana Afrane Okese IV played a pivotal role in drafting the project, demonstrating their shared vision for the region. He secured $30 million in World Bank funding and an additional $100 million from the Republic of Korea for the project’s first phase.
The Greater Kumasi Industrial City project aims to create high-rate employment, generate government revenue, boost exports, and reduce imports to stabilize the country’s foreign exchange rate. Kyerematen emphasized its importance, saying it would make the Ashanti Region the industrial hub of West Africa.
With unemployment a pressing national security issue, Kyerematen stressed the project’s essential role in Ghana’s future economic stability. Nana Afrane Okese IV endorsed Kyerematen’s presidential bid, commending his commitment to industrializing the country.
The project’s impact will be felt beyond the Ashanti Region, driving sustainable growth and creating long-term employment opportunities nationwide. Kyerematen’s vision for Ghana’s industrial revolution is ambitious, and the Greater Kumasi Industrial City is a crucial step toward achieving it.
Kyerematen’s commitment to transforming Ghana is evident in his efforts to secure funding and support for the project. His leadership and expertise will be crucial in bringing this vision to life.
The Greater Kumasi Industrial City project has the potential to be a game-changer for Ghana, and Kyerematen’s pledge to complete it is a significant step toward securing the country’s economic future.
As the December 7 polls approach, Kyerematen’s promise to complete the project will likely resonate with voters seeking economic growth and development.
Ghana’s industrial sector is poised for significant growth, and the Greater Kumasi Industrial City project is at the forefront of this transformation.
Kyerematen’s vision for Ghana’s future is clear, and his commitment to completing the Greater Kumasi Industrial City project is a promising start.
