President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to establish a 200-acre light industrial hub at Weta in the Volta Region, with the facility expected to generate up to 10,000 jobs when fully operational.
The proposed industrial enclave, which will focus primarily on textile and garment production, is expected to employ an initial 3,000 people as part of the government’s efforts to expand industrial activity and create employment opportunities.
President Mahama announced the initiative at the 2026 Hogbetsotso Festival on Saturday, November 7, disclosing that the government had acquired 200 acres of land for the project.
He said the Ghana Export-Import Bank (GEXIM) had been tasked to commence work on the development of the industrial area.
“We have commissioned the Ghana EXIM Bank to commence work on a Light Industrial Area in the Weta area. 200 acres of land has been acquired. We expect that initially when it starts, it will create some 3,000 jobs and grow eventually to 10,000 jobs when it is fully operational,” he stated.
The industrial project is expected to position Weta as a centre for textile and garment manufacturing while supporting the creation of jobs in the Volta Region.
Beyond the proposed industrial development, the President outlined government plans to accelerate major road infrastructure projects in the region.
He said most sections of the Eastern Corridor Road were expected to be completed by the end of 2027, while construction of the Volivo Bridge over the Southern Volta River was scheduled to begin in the first quarter of the same year.
The bridge, he explained, would form an important link on the Eastern Corridor Road, improving connectivity between the southern and northern parts of the country.
President Mahama also highlighted the persistent threat of coastal erosion and its impact on communities along Ghana’s coastline.
He expressed concern about the repeated displacement of families due to coastal erosion and stressed the need for lasting interventions to protect vulnerable communities.
“No family should have to endure repeated displacements as a result of coastal erosion,” he said.
The announcements formed part of the President’s address at the annual Hogbetsotso Festival, which brings together chiefs, traditional leaders and residents of the Anlo traditional area.
