The $35 million Waste: Thieves strike idle Komenda sugar factory

The Komenda Sugar Factory was expected to become a major driver of industrial growth, job creation, and economic development in Ghana. Millions of dollars were invested into the project, yet years after its completion, the factory remains largely idle while valuable equipment and infrastructure continue to deteriorate. In this full investigative report, The Fourth Estate examines how a facility that cost taxpayers millions has become a symbol of waste, neglect, and unanswered questions. The investigation uncovers the current state of the factory, the losses incurred, and how thieves have reportedly targeted the abandoned facility. What happened to the promises that accompanied the project? Who should be held accountable for the waste of public resources? And what does the future hold for the Komenda Sugar Factory? Watch the full documentary to understand the scale of the problem and the lessons it offers for public investment and accountability in Ghana. 🔔 Subscribe for more investigative journalism, documentaries, and accountability reporting from The Fourth Estate. #KomendaSugarFactory #TheFourthEstate #Ghana #InvestigativeJournalism #Corruption #Accountability #PublicFunds #Documentary #GhanaNews #SugarFactory