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Evaluating the Impact of Ghana's Labelling Law (LI 1541) on the Compliance Behaviours of Packaging Design Professionals

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  • Judith Nyante

    (Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Department of Communication Design. PMB, Kumasi, Ghana)

  • Adam Rahman

    (Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Department of Communication Design. PMB, Kumasi, Ghana)

  • Enoch Setor Kutorglo

    (University of Education, School of Business, Department of Applied Finance and Policy Management, Winneba., Ghana)

  • Kofi Manso Essuman

    (Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Department of Communication Design. PMB, Kumasi, Ghana)

Abstract

This study tests whether Ghana’s Labelling Law (LI 1541) influences the compliance behaviour of packaging design professionals. A cross-sectional survey of designers in Accra and Kumasi (n = 327) was analysed using confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation modelling (SPSS/AMOS). The measurement model met conventional thresholds (CFI = 0.937; SRMR = 0.066; standardised loadings ≥ 0.60; Cronbach’s α/CR ≥ 0.70). Perceived enforcement and requirements under LI 1541 showed a positive, significant association with compliance behaviour (β = 0.782, p = 0.005; R² = 0.509). Only 19.3% of respondents reported prior training on LI 1541, indicating a capability gap that may blunt compliance even when intent exists. We recommend pairing enforcement with targeted training, designer-facing checklists/templates, and clear guidance on mandatory label elements (e.g., ingredient order, nutrition panels, disposal cues), alongside cost-easing measures for SMEs. The paper contributes Ghana-specific, management-oriented evidence on how a national labelling statute translates into practice within design workflows.

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  • Judith Nyante & Adam Rahman & Enoch Setor Kutorglo & Kofi Manso Essuman, 2025. "Evaluating the Impact of Ghana's Labelling Law (LI 1541) on the Compliance Behaviours of Packaging Design Professionals," Journal of Business and Management Studies, Al-Kindi Center for Research and Development, vol. 7(5), pages 67-77, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:alk:jbms00:v:7:y:2025:i:5:id:10790
    DOI: 10.32996/jbms.2025.7.5.6
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