Mr William Kofi Adzowu, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Obuasi East, has paid a working visit to selected business establishments in the municipality to assess their operations and explore opportunities for collaboration.
The visit is part of the MCE’s vision to strengthen public–private partnerships, and aimed at stimulating the local economy, creating jobs, and addressing the challenges facing businesses.
Accompanied by the Municipal Coordinating Director, Mr Richard Blevi and other Assembly officials, the MCE toured Aduroye Herbal Limited and KESMENS Enterprise, two key players in the municipality’s industrial sector.
He discussed challenges related to the supply of raw materials and assured the businesses of the Assembly’s commitment to strengthening linkages between them and suppliers of raw materials.
The MCE also underscored the Assembly’s commitment to promoting sustainable value addition.
“My administration is committed to supporting businesses that not only generate revenue but also create employment and prioritise environmental sustainability,” he stated.
He further assured that local businesses would be positioned to benefit from the government’s 24-hour economy policy, which is expected to create more jobs and expand opportunities.
Mr Adzowu noted that the exercise was more about listening to business operators than merely inspecting.
“We have gained crucial insights directly from the business owners. The Municipal Assembly will now work diligently to create a more enabling environment for businesses to thrive, because that is the foundation for job creation and development in our municipality,” he stressed.
The MCE assured the businesses that concerns raised, particularly regarding regulatory processes, road networks, and access to funding would receive urgent attention from the Assembly.
Mr Amo Collins, Chief Executive Officer of Aduroye Herbal Limited, expressed appreciation to the MCE for taking time out of his busy schedule to visit the companies.
From Yussif Ibrahim, Obuasi
GNA
