Leading international express and logistics company, DHL Express has stated that it will continue to invest in Sub-Saharan Africa.

To strengthen its 32-year relationship with Ghana, DHL’s Sub-Saharan Africa Managing Director, Charles Brewer last Friday met key stakeholders, customers, employees and the media to explain the company’s future direction.

“Despite the current global economic uncertainty, DHL expects the African region to deliver,” said Mr. Brewer.

“As we see the continent ‘surge’ as a result of sector investment, increased consumer spending and economic activity, the future is still bright for the continent.”

“Ghana is an attractive market for us and with the GDP growth rate 7 percent presents a major opportunity. The opportunity for us is to expand our footprint within the country and service semi-urban and rural areas so that anyone-from a student to a small business- can access our network and the over 220 countries and destinations that we serve.”

He said, “There are hundreds of SMEs in Ghana and we need to provide easy access and a team of highly trained Certified International Specialists to lead them to the very obvious opportunity that trading with the world can present. DHL is committed to becoming their provider of choice and as part of the journey, we will provide more access points across Ghana.

“I believe we have some of the best talent in our organization and we have the opportunity to hone and develop this talent. I am very passionate about investments in training and in our various programmes that provide support for employees and their families,” Mr. Brewer said.

Kader Coulibaly, DHL’s Country Manager said, “People are at the core of our business. It is through these motivated people that we will continue to add value to our customers and help create a sustainable and improving economy.”

“As the first and largest express company in Africa, we are well-placed to service the growth of Ghana ensuring its viability and attractiveness on a global scale.”