The Centre for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) West Africa has urged Ghanaian businesses to increase their commitment to sustainability and social impact initiatives as part of efforts to drive growth and support national development goals.
Speaking at the 14th National HIV/AIDS Partnership Forum organised by the Ghana AIDS Commission in Accra, Co-founder of the Centre, John Kojo Williams, said investing in sustainability and community-focused projects was no longer optional but essential for long-term business success and social progress.
The forum, themed “Harnessing Domestic Resources to End AIDS by 2030,” brought together key stakeholders and partners at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel on October 22, 2025.
Private Sector Urged to Fund Local Sustainability Projects
Mr. Williams noted that with global development assistance declining due to post-COVID economic challenges and shifting donor priorities, countries like Ghana must look inward for solutions.
“The reduction in international aid presents a unique opportunity for the private sector to partner organisations such as the Ghana AIDS Commission to achieve the national goal of ending AIDS by 2030,” he said.
He added that companies that strategically engage in CSR and sustainability initiatives often experience stronger brand loyalty, improved reputation, and increased profitability.
“CSR and sustainability projects unlock new business opportunities and create a positive brand image. Many successful companies are those that consistently support social and environmental causes,” he stressed.
Partnerships Key to Ending AIDS by 2030
As the nation’s highest policy-making body on HIV and AIDS, the Ghana AIDS Commission, operating under the Office of the President, coordinates all national HIV programmes and interventions.
Research shows that public-private partnerships have significantly improved healthcare delivery across Africa, especially in treatment, testing, and prevention. In Ghana, such collaborations are seen as vital to achieving the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets and ending AIDS by 2030.
Mr. Williams called for stronger multi-sectoral collaboration, emphasizing that sustainable progress requires joint efforts between government, civil society, and businesses.
“The private sector plays a pivotal role in national development. Businesses must embrace partnerships and innovative funding models to sustain Ghana’s HIV/AIDS response,” he noted.
Driving Sustainable Development in Ghana
The Centre for CSR, West Africa continues to champion corporate social responsibility, sustainability leadership, and public-private collaboration to advance Ghana’s social and economic development.
