Twellium Sets the Benchmark for Manufacturing Innovation in Ghana and West Africa
Twellium Industrial Company Limited has been named “Most Innovative Company of the Decade” at the Ghana Manufacturing Awards 2026, held at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra on May 30, 2026.
The award recognizes the company’s outstanding contribution to manufacturing innovation, technological advancement, product development, and industrial growth over the past decade.
Founded in 2013 by Hussein Kesserwani and Hassan Kesserwani, Twellium commenced production in February 2014 and has since become one of West Africa’s fastest-growing manufacturers of non-alcoholic beverages, biscuits, and confectionery products.
Its portfolio includes leading brands such as Verna Mineral Water, Rush Energy Drink, Bigoo Soft Drinks, McBerry Biscuits and Confectionery, American Cola, Bubble Up, Xplus Energy Drink, and the recently launched Rosa Premium Still and Sparkling Glass Water.
Why Twellium Deserves the Most Innovative Company of the Decade Award
Innovation has remained at the heart of Twellium’s growth story. The company has consistently invested in advanced manufacturing technology, modern production systems, and consumer-focused product innovation, enabling it to stay ahead of industry trends while delivering world-class products across Africa. These strategic investments have positioned Twellium as one of the region’s leading manufacturing companies.
World-Class Manufacturing Infrastructure
Twellium operates more than fifteen ultra-modern beverage production lines supplied by global industry leaders including Sidel®, Krones®, and Tetra Pak®. Its Kumasi manufacturing facility features two high-speed production lines with capacities of 80,000 and 65,000 bottles per hour respectively, making it one of the most advanced beverage production sites in the region. These facilities enable the company to maintain exceptional quality standards while meeting growing consumer demand.
Twellium’s commitment extends beyond beverages, its McBerry facility, equipped with eleven advanced production lines from GEA®, Tonelli®, Imaforni®, and SPS Italy, the facility has an annual production capacity of approximately 84,000 metric tonnes, supporting the production of high-quality biscuits, wafers, cakes, and confectionery products for local and international markets.
Building an African Manufacturing Giant
From its Ghanaian roots, Twellium has expanded into Burkina Faso and Senegal, strengthening its position as a leading regional manufacturer. With over 10,000 employees and a growing footprint across Africa, the company continues to create jobs, support economic growth, and contribute significantly to industrial development on the continent.
Innovation Beyond Manufacturing Twellium’s impact extends beyond the factory floor. Through initiatives such as Verna Changing Lives, the company continues to invest in health, education, and community development, demonstrating its commitment to creating lasting value for society alongside business success.
A Decade of Excellence
Winning the Most Innovative Company of the Decade award reflects Twellium’s remarkable transformation from a local manufacturer into one of Africa’s most respected industrial brands. With world-class facilities, market-leading products, regional expansion, and a culture of continuous innovation, Twellium Industrial Company Limited has set a new standard for manufacturing excellence in Ghana and across West Africa. This recognition celebrates not only the company’s achievements over the past decade but also its vision for shaping the future of African manufacturing.
- 2 June 2026
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