PROJECT
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CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
SUPPORTING SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
In 2023, AFAWI proudly launched a long-term Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partnership with CBI Ghana Ltd., a leading cement manufacturing company certified by the Ghana Standards Authority. This collaboration aims to address pressing social and economic development needs in the Torgorme community in the Volta Region through sustainable, community-driven solutions.
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As part of this commitment, AFAWI began implementing the first phase of the CBI CSR initiative in July 2023, laying the foundation for a multi-year effort to build inclusive economic empowerment and social infrastructure in the region.
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Project Milestone: Completion of the Pottery Factory
In April 2024, AFAWI began construction of a state-of-the-art pottery factory in Torgorme as part of the first phase of the CSR initiative. We are proud to report that by the end of the year, construction was successfully completed.
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The fully functional pottery facility now serves as a dedicated space for local female potters to:
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Produce, kiln-fire, cool, and store ceramic goods
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Improve production quality and consistency
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Access formalized market opportunities through a buyer’s network being developed by AFAWI​
The pottery factory has already begun operations, and the women potters are now actively using the facility to scale their businesses and generate sustainable income.
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Capacity Building and Financial Literacy
Even before the factory’s completion, AFAWI conducted intensive financial literacy training for 50 women potters in the community. The workshops provided foundational skills in:
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Bookkeeping and savings
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Business planning and financial management
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Raising capital for small business ventures
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COMMUNITY DRIVEN SOLUTIONS
AFAWI focuses on community-driven solutions and the creation of local employment, to address pressing socio-economic needs in the Torgorme, Volta Region, in order to ensure long-term sustainable change.
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CAPACITY BUILDING
Capacity Building for female potters is one of the core pillars of this project, ensuring lasting success of infrastructural measures.
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INFRASTRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENT
AFAWI focuses on the infrastructural development one step at a time. Whilst the construction of the potters workshop marks the first milestone, further infrastructural activities are planned in the next phase, such as a hospital and a public toilet.
In addition, participants attended a session on family planning, promoting informed decision-making and holistic personal development alongside economic empowerment.​
Community Needs Assessment and Ongoing Engagement
In June 2024, AFAWI conducted a series of needs assessments with the participating potters to better understand their specific challenges and business goals. These assessments helped shape the support services and business development strategies integrated into the project. The community engagement process has been participatory, transparent, and inclusive, ensuring that the pottery initiative reflects the real needs and ambitions of the women involved.​
Visibility and Partnership
Throughout the year, AFAWI has shared regular updates on the project’s progress via its social media platforms, celebrating milestones and keeping stakeholders informed. CBI Ghana Ltd., our esteemed partner, continues to play a critical role in making this project possible. As a respected Ghanaian company operating out of the Tema Free Zones Area, CBI Ghana exemplifies the power of corporate-community partnerships in driving grassroots development and economic opportunity.​
With the pottery factory now fully operational and female artisans actively producing and selling their work, AFAWI is proud to witness the tangible impact of this initiative. The factory has already begun to create a ripple effect —enhancing livelihoods, building skills, and strengthening local industry.
