Ghanaian Engineer Sahib Abdul Cadre, AKA Mr. Zack, Shares His Journey in Engineering and Business
In an interview on SVTV Africa’s Daily Hustle Worldwide, Ghanaian engineer Sahib Abdul Cadre, also known as Mr. Zack, shared his journey in engineering, business, and entrepreneurship.
Based in Takoradi, Mr. Zack has lived there for several years. Originally from Bolgatanga in the Upper East Region, he pursued technical education at a vocational school before attending Accra Polytechnic. He recalls that during his time in school, hands-on practical work was emphasized, which helped shape his technical skills. He initially had dreams of traveling abroad but later decided to focus on career development in Ghana.
Mr. Zack began his engineering career at AngloGold Ashanti, where he worked hard and gained experience. Later, he joined Accra Brewery through an apprenticeship program. He and his colleagues were privileged to be trained by experts from Japan and other countries. While working at Accra Brewery, he realized that engineering was not just about technical skills but also required continuous learning and research.
Seeking growth, he transitioned to Guinness Ghana, where he worked with advanced robotic systems and sensors alongside German and international experts. However, despite gaining valuable experience, he felt his salary was not sufficient.
“I knew my value, and I had to go through different phases to reach a better place,” he stated.
In 2015, Mr. Zack applied for a position at West African Gas Pipeline Company and successfully secured the role. By 2017, he resigned from Guinness Ghana and fully transitioned into the gas supply sector. He emphasized the importance of valuing engineering as a profession, stating,
“If you don’t respect engineering, forget about it. Even the healthcare system relies on engineering.”
Apart from engineering, Mr. Zack is an entrepreneur with multiple streams of income. He owns a business in poultry farming, fish farming, and real estate.
“I took a business loan after reading five books on financial management and investment. I listed about 20 possible ventures and eventually chose fish farming and poultry,” he explained.
He initially invested GH₵200,000 into poultry farming, purchasing 1400 birds as a beginner. However, the business faced major challenges, including mismanagement and overcrowding, which led to significant losses. “At one point, 500 birds died in a single day, and then another 500 the next day. Eventually, I lost 400 birds. It was tough,” he recalled. Despite this, he remained resilient, learning from the experience and focusing on new opportunities.
Mr. Zack now specializes in installing automated battery cages and scraper systems for poultry farms. He works with equipment sourced from China, Turkey, and India and has installed systems for farms in Tamale and other parts of Ghana. His expertise caught international attention, leading to an invitation to India, where the company covered all his expenses to help them fix their machines.
He also considered traveling to the U.S. through Nicaragua, spending $9,000 on the process. However, after realizing many people were being deported, he abandoned the plan. Instead, he secured a business visa to China, where he expanded his network.
Mr. Zack currently earns over $1,500 per month, working with multiple companies while managing his personal businesses. He is also involved in plumbing services and owns hardware shops. Despite his success, he still wants to travel—not to relocate but to build business networks and expand his ventures.
“My company pays me well, and they take care of my wife and children, but I also believe in multiple income streams,” he said.
With extensive experience in engineering, automation, and business, Mr. Zack continues to inspire young people to pursue technical skills and entrepreneurship. He remains committed to innovation, stating,
“Social media may be popular, but engineering remains a powerful tool for economic growth and development.”
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