Description
Mahal seeks to fill a vacuum in the agro-processing sector in Ghana and beyond. The engages in agro-processing and value addition of groundnut and chili pepper products, cooking oil and groundnut paste which are produced and packaged for the domestic market in Ghana.
Market Opportunity/ Problem
Production of cooking oil from groundnuts and chili pepper powder from chili pepper is a strategic opportunity to augment the value chain processes of afforested crops. Groundnut oil, Groundnut paste, and chili pepper are widely consumed in Ghana and globally. Through its social enterprise model, Mahal improves the livelihoods of individuals in the groundnut and chili pepper value chains.
Company Information
Years of operation
3
Type of organization
Private company
Stage of the business
Early stage/ Startup
Agribusiness focus
Value addition/ processing
Agriculture value chain(s) focus?
Food crops
Primary country of operation
Ghana
Other country(ies) of operation
N/A
How many employees does your business have?
12
Does the business have more than 30% women ownership?
Yes
Does the business have more than 30% youth ownership (under 35 years)?
Yes
Financing and expansion overview
How much capital is the company currently fundraising (US$)?
50k-500k
What is the split between equity and debt?
100% Equity