The Jospong Group of Companies has held its annual national thanksgiving service, bringing together traditional leaders, clergy, Muslim leaders, the diplomatic community, government officials, and industry stakeholders to celebrate what Executive Chairman Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong described as “a divine orchestration of God’s faithfulness.”
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Agyepong reflected on the Group’s humble beginnings, remarkable growth, and the divine guidance he believes has shaped their journey.
Quoting Psalm 105,“ The Lord is good; His mercy is everlasting; and His faithfulness endures to all generations,” he said the service stands as a reminder of how far God has carried the company.
“We stand today on holy ground, not because of who is present, but because of what God has done,” he noted. “Our story is a testimony of divine help.
When we look back at where the Lord took us from and where He has planted us today, we can only say, ‘Ebenezer, thus far the Lord has helped us.’”
From Jamestown to Africa: A Journey Fueled by Faith and Vision
Tracing the company’s origins, from the Jospong Printing Press in 1995, through the establishment of Zoomlion in 2006, to its current operations in more than 25 African countries, Dr. Agyepong emphasised that the Group’s growth is not the result of human strategy alone.
“Today we have 36 functional plants across the country, handling solid waste, liquid waste, and medical waste.
Ghana now stands as a pacesetter in Africa, admired by international observers including the United Nations,” he said. “This is not by our might or intelligence, but by divine covenant and revelation.”
He added that thanksgiving has always been central to Jospong’s corporate culture, beginning with a small act of gratitude in 1985 at the Jamestown Printing Press, which has now grown into a national tradition.
Dr. Agyepong expressed profound gratitude to successive presidents of Ghana whose leadership and policies have supported the company’s work in the waste management sector.
He paid tribute to the late former President Jerry John Rawlings, who attended Zoomlion’s thanksgiving services multiple times, even on his birthday, and consistently encouraged the company’s mission.
He also acknowledged former President John Agyekum Kufuor for his early support, recalling a memorable meeting where President Kufuor reassured him: “Keep going. The government is with you.”
The late President John Evans Atta Mills was praised for his humility and commitment to fairness.
Dr. Agyepong recounted how President Mills visited the Accra Compost and Recycling Plant shortly after assuming office despite political speculation.
“He told me, ‘As long as you follow the laws of the Republic, I will support you.’ That strengthened me,” he said.
He further expressed appreciation to former President John Dramani Mahama, who challenged the company to resolve the longstanding crisis of wastewater being discharged into the sea, a feat Dr. Agyepong said they accomplished with urgency.
He also credited President Mahama with facilitating Jospong’s expansion into Tanzania.
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo was also recognised for supporting the establishment of Integrated Recycling and Compost Plants (IRECOPs) in all 16 regional capitals.
Dr. Agyepong extended gratitude to Hon. Julius Debrah, Chief of Staff, for his longstanding friendship and consistent support to the company, both during his tenure as Minister for Local Government and in his current role.
He also acknowledged ministers of state and members of Parliament who attended the thanksgiving service, describing their presence as “a strong sign of goodwill and motivation.”
The event, held across multiple centres nationwide, brought together Ghana’s spiritual leaders, traditional authorities, private sector stakeholders and government officials to celebrate what Dr. Agyepong described as “a journey shaped by God’s faithfulness and national collaboration.”
“Our hearts are filled with praise,” he concluded. “Truly, this is the Lord’s doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes.”
Source: Myxyzonline.com
