The 4th Ghana International Product Awards held on Friday, July 19th, 2024, was organized by KN Unique Communications, a subsidiary of KN Communications Group with Peeva Beverages and Fenam Industries as sponsors, guides consumers to the best products and reward manufacturers, distributors, retailers, importers and exporters for their commitment to excellence and quality.

The event held last night, honored exceptional innovation and excellence across diverse product sectors, including manufacturing, distribution, retail, importing, and exporting. With the theme "Recognizing Products and Companies Meeting High Customer Preference," the event showcased the remarkable accomplishments of Ghanaian entrepreneurs, businesses, and industries.

In his opening remarks, the Chief Executive Officer of KN Unique Communications, Oheneba Kwabena Kena emphasized the critical role of innovation in transforming challenges into opportunities and dreams into reality. "Innovation is the driving force behind progress and success, while excellence represents our unwavering commitment to quality and perfection," he noted.

Addressing the gathering, Mr Samuel Dentu, Deputy CEO of Ghana Export Promotion Authority, congratulated the organizers for the initiative said reiterated that GEPA is committed to ensuring that Ghana’s export trade contributes to accelerated economic growth through strategic aggressive marketing of Made-in-Ghana products in the competitive global economy.

Ambassador Perpetual Dufu, Representative of Hon Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, Minister for Foreign Affairs stated “In our rapidly evolving world, innovation is more than a buzzword; it is the force behind progress and success. Innovation transforms challenges into opportunities and dreams into tangible products. Excellence signifies an unwavering commitment to quality and the pursuit of perfection”.

This year's winners were meticulously evaluated by the Awarding Board, with nominations sourced from the Research Board. As the largest consumer-reviews-based awards event in Ghana, it prides itself on a comprehensive assessment process involving both the Research and Awarding Boards".

Here are the winners of the 2024 Ghana International Product Awards:

SPECIAL RECOGNITION

1. Mr Gopal Vasu (CEO, M & G Pharmaceuticals)- Manufacturing CEO of The Year
2. Mr. Pawan Aidasani (CEO, Jaykay Industries and Investment Limited) – Entrepreneur of the year

COMPANIES

3. Wire Weaving Industries Ghana Ltd / Jva - Electric Security Fencing Solutions Provider of the Year
4. DCL Laboratory Products Ltd Ghana – Hospital Equipment Supplier of the Year
5. Qualiplast Ghana Limited – Plastic Manufacturing Company of the Year (Household/ Industrial)
6. DPS Pipes Ghana – Plastic Pipes Manufacturer of the Year
7. Compu Ghana Ltd.- Information Technology Retailer of the Year
8. Gihoc Distilleries Company Limited – Distillery Manufacturing Company of the Year.
9. Procus Ghana Limited - Innovative Food Manufacturing Company of the Year
10. Regimanuel Concrete Products Limited - Concrete Products Manufacturing Company of the Year
11. Lesfam Company - Distribution Company of the Year (Food & Beverage)
12. Multiple Quest - Steel Fabrication Company of the Year
13. Western Rod and Wire Limited – Aluminum Manufacturing Company of the Year (Wire)
14. Kab-Fam Ghana Limited – Electronics Company of the Year
15. Letap Pharmaceutical Limited - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Company of the Year
16. Ekumfi Fruits and Juices Limited - Indigenous Fruit Juice Company of the Year
17. Egal Food Cannery - Natural Spices Producer of the Year
18. Forewin Ghana Ltd - Distribution Company of the Year (Household & Personal Care)
19. B5 Plus Limited – Building Materials Manufacturing Company of the Year (Steel)
20. Jaykay Industries and Investment Limited - Paper Packaging Manufacturing Company of the Year
21. Jamila Homes – Furniture Company of the Year
22. Decathlon Ghana - Sports Retailer of the Year
23. M & G Pharmaceuticals – Outstanding Manufacturing Innovation Award
24. Carmensita Ghana - Frozen Foods Supplier of the Year
25. Guinness Ghana Breweries Limited – Overall Manufacturing Company of the Year
26. Ghana Export Promotion Authority – Trade Facilitation Company of the year
27. Alpha TND Limited -Export Company of the Year

PRODUCTS

1. Taabea Ghana (Jaga 4 Bitters)- Fast-Growing Product of the Year
2. Tobinco Pharmaceuticals ((Lufart)) – Pharmaceutical Product of the Year
3. Lambodra Ghana Limited (Fleethunt)- Technology Product of the Year
4. Samara Company Limited (Kel Toothpaste) - Best Oral Care Brand of the Year
5. Mafricom Ghana Limited (Momo Milk) - Healthy Milk Brand of the Year
6. Ghandour Cosmetics Limited (GC Brand)- Cosmetics Brand of the Year
7. Joy Industries Limited (Vikil-20 - Natural Immune Booster of the Year
8. J.M Addo & Sons Pharmacy Ltd (Borges Oil) – Edible Oil Brand of the Year
9. Soticam Ghana Ltd Ghana (Dolait) - Natural Yoghurt Brand of the Year
10. Alpha TND Ghana Limited – Electrical Brand of the Year
11. Procus Ghana (Kivo) – Food Brand of the Year
12. De-United Industries Ghana Limited (Indomie) - Product of the Year