Health & Beauty

Latex Foam Rubber Products Ltd was incorporated in 1969 to produce quality foam products for the Bedding and Furniture industry. The company entered the market using the Dunlop Technology under licence from the Dunlop Company for the production of its products. The technology gave Latex Foam the desired push in quality. Since then the company has not relented in its efforts to assert itself in the foam industry.  Today Latex Foam has stood the test of time and is the oldest in the industry in Ghana. It is also the leading manufacturer of quality Foam products in Ghana and West Africa. It is our aim to continue to be the leading manufacturer of quality foam products in the country and satisfy are customers by providing them with quality and innovative foam products as well as cater for the large society in which we operate. Supplier in Ghana We are the leading manufacturers of quality polyurethane flexible foam and spring mattresses in Ghana and West Africa. We manufacture the "Honeymoon Mattress", the leading and most popular brand in the Mattress Industry in Ghana and West Africa. our products are enjoyed with maximum  satisfaction in several institutions, hotels, corporate bodies and the general public. We  wholesale and retail throughout Ghana, Togo, Cote d'Ivoire, Mali and Benin.            From a modest factory floor area of 6000 sq. ft. when we started operating in 1969, we have expanded our production capacity and now have a factory and offices floor area of over 200,000 sq. ft.   Latex Foam in 1996 established another factory in Kumasi to cater for the Northern Sector of the country. In addition to this, we have Depots all over the Regional Capitals in Ghana.   Our popular products are:   POCKET SPRING MATTRESS Nestling under luxurious layers of natural fillings, the pocket springs follow every curve of your body to give you unsurpassed comfort and support.                        PRESTIGE MATTRESS Over 1500 Nested Pocket Spring (in a standard double size) are made each in its own individual spring units rather then the orthopaedic interconnected ones. They are housed in fabric pockets spring and move independently from head to toe and from side to side.                           EMPRESS MATTRESS Two layers of hundreds of copper coated inner springs (over 750 springs in a stancard double size). In a honeycomb of high density and self-ventilation foam. The upper layer moulds itself to the contour of your body and the bottom acts as a buffer providing firm.               FIRE RETARDANT MATTRESS Protect your home and Sleep soundly with our Non-Flammable fire retardant mattress. Competitively priced. Non-irritating to the skin. Safe for the environment. Contains no PBDE's or Boric acid.   Today Latex Foam has stood the test of time and is the oldest in the industry. It is also the leading manufacturer of quality Foam products in Ghana and West Africa.  

Akuaba, proud member of the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), is one of Ghana's oldest and most innovative companies. Akuaba designs and manufactures quality furniture for homes, educational institutions and offices as well as outdoor play equipment and builders joinery (doors, door frames and windows and window).   Akuaba has 120 employees This includes competent engineers, accountants, machinists, designers, marketing and sales executives, and master carpenters Factory Our factory is located on a 1.68 ha plot a few kilometers from the center of Accra and 20 kilometres from Ghana's Tema port by motorway.   PLANT EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY The company is equipped with modern wood working machines including a 250 KVA standby generator. Akuaba's fleet of vehicles is important enough to meet the transportation needs of a modern company.   LOCAL RAW MATERIALS Tropical hardwoods including: Mahogany Sapele Hyedua Dahoma Emire Avodire Irokko Other lesser known species   IMPORTED MATERIALS paints and lacquers, hardboard, hardware, sinks, worktops and upholstery materials   PRODUCT RANGE Household and Garden furniture Kitchen units Office furniture Educational equipment Toys and Outdoor Play equipment Joinery and seasoned timber   A successful product line has been furniture for hospitals and educational institutions including kindergartens, polytechnics, universities and student's hostels.   CUSTOMERS Mining Companies Government departments Financial Institutions Hotels and Resorts Educational Institutions Hospitals and Health Institutions Construction Companies Discerning Buyers  

National Medical Store (NMS) is an autonomous government Corporation established by the National Medical Stores Statute no. 12 of 1993, which came into effect on 3rd December, 1993. Ministry of Health is responsible for the National Health policies in the country, the National Drug Policy (NDP) inclusive. The major components of the NDP are: * Regulatory control of Pharmaceuticals, which involve control/regulation of import, export, local manufacturing, marketing practices, distribution, use and registration of Pharmaceuticals. * Promotion of local production, this includes investment incentives, transfer of technology, and associated taxes. Supply of Drugs, which involves identification of therapeutic needs, selection of drugs, quantification of requirements, procurement of drugs, distribution and use. Ministry of Health through the 1993 NMS statute delegated the drug supply function to National Medical Stores. Hence the formation of an autonomous institution NMS to replace the former Central Medical Stores (CMS) which was a department of the Ministry. National Medical Stores is responsible is responsible ensuring continuous distribution of Pharmaceutical products in a financially viable and sustainable manner. In addition, NMS distributes drugs various and these currently include; Uganda Essential Drug Kits, STI drugs, Family Planning Products and Ministry of Health direct distributions to the Districts.

G.K.O Medicines Ltd. is a 100% locally owned business specializing in the delivery of Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare Services and Cleaning Materials. We specialize in the supply of small medical equipment, peripherals and consumables such as drugs, gloves, cleaning/sterilizing materials, cosmetics, etc. It has been in operation since January 2001, targeting the local market. Therefore it is registered as an importer with the National Drug Authority. Mission: Our mission is to become the leading, most efficient local pharmaceuticals, medical products and cleaning materials distributor in Uganda by providing quick, cost effective, convenient distribution of medical and cleaning products countrywide-even to the most remote parts of the country. Goals & Objectives: * Increasing our shareholders' wealth by executing profitable transactions. * High sales turnover. * Importation from reasonably priced but quality product manufacturers. * Operating through carefully selected agents within the most remote parts of Uganda. * Focus on government institutions, NGO's and large buyers. Mode of operation: Our main business operation involves sourcing of items directly from manufacturers and delivering them to our customers. We keep large stocks of items. Due to the fact that we know our suppliers very well, and that we have a good relationship with each of them, we can source out any product for our customers quickly and successfully. Our mode of operation has always been a payment on delivery basis. We do not concentrate on selected products as a strategy. However, there are some selected products that we have decided to promote due to their inherent potential. Such products are from well-known companies such as: * G.A. Pharmaceuticals (Greece); * Pharco Pharmaceuticals (Egypt); * Aegis (Cyprus); * Holding Company for Pharmaceuticals (Egypt); * Rhodia Organique (UK) * Catalysis (Spain).

Air Water Earth (AWE) Limited is an environmental engineering firm in Uganda that provides a unique blend of three core services: Consulting, Pollution control equipment, Testing and Monitoring that ensure total solution for environmental problems for clients. AWE can effectively handle problems in Water and Wastewater treatment, Air pollution, Solid waste, EIA & Audits, Cleaner production, Occupational safety and Noise pollution. While each problem is treated as unique and new at AWE, a wide local and international experience base and diversity of professional background enables development of a range of solutions, mindful of client's views all the way. AWE is a local firm with a strong international presence. Networking with its international affiliates - Anand Consultants (India), COWI As and Lombard de Mattos & Associates (South Africa) makes it the preferred and cost-effective choice for environmental studies and pollution control facilities in Uganda right from design, equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, to operational training and maintenance. AWE consultants keep track of ever-changing environmental regulations in the region so as to lower compliance costs and maximize operational flexibility of clients. By providing our clients with cost-effective, innovative and ethical solutions, AWE aims to create client confidence and attain the status of "first-choice and preferred" consulting firm for environmental challenges in East Africa. Unlike many consultants who are advisory, AWE is operational - rolling up sleeves and assisting clients to turn our recommendations into up-and-running solutions. This is why for every project completed, AWE will always leave a more knowledgeable, independent and self-reliant client able to keep their pollution control solutions running without AWE's perpetual intervention. AWE's obligation to environmental responsibility extends beyond its services to include all its management policies and operations. AWE is an equal opportunity employer and operates in a smoke-free environment. At AWE we pride in looking beyond the obvious !.