Davis Korboe, President of the Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE), has said Ghana could exceed US$15 billion in non-traditional export earnings by 2030 if government, financial institutions and industry stakeholders strengthen support for value addition and export development. Mr Korboe made the projection during the Eye on Port media forum powered by the […]
The Ghana Navy and the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) have intensified operations against illegal fuel smuggling activities along Ghana’s coastline following recent interceptions and destruction exercises in Tema and Takoradi. Ten canoes, including three specially modified “dendes” used for transporting illegal fuel, have been destroyed by the Eastern Naval Command at the Tema Fishing Harbour […]
The Food and Beverage Industry Association of Ghana (FABAG) has launched a fierce attack on international shipping lines operating in Ghana, warning that companies unwilling to obey the country’s laws should leave the market. In a strongly worded statement, FABAG declared its “unequivocal support” for the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) as the regulator battles what […]
The Ghana Shippers’ Authority has delayed the implementation of the revised Container Administrative Charge to July 1, 2026, following concerns raised by stakeholders within the shipping and logistics industry over increasing port costs. The revised levy had initially been scheduled to take effect on May 1, but authorities say the postponement will create room for […]
As the United States warned of a “counter-blockade” in the Strait of Hormuz, some oil tankers have begun turning around again. According to data from the London Stock Exchange Group, LSEG, and shipping data firm Kpler, verified by Reuters on the 13th, a Malta-flagged very large crude carrier (VLCC) *Agios Fanourios I* attempted to enter […]
At least nine people have died and two others are missing, following a boat accident on the Volta Lake in East Gonja district. The incident occurred around 5:30 pm on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, between Sikakope and Mataiko, along the route from Yeji to Congo. The boat, carrying 14 passengers, reportedly capsized due to bad […]
Ghana and Colombia have entered into a landmark agreement to establish a direct maritime shipping route between the Port of Tema and the Port of Cartagena, a move expected to enhance trade between Africa and Latin America. The agreement was announced by Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, following successful negotiations in Bogotá […]
President John Dramani Mahama and his South Korean counterpart Lee Jae-Myung have held high-level talks in Seoul aimed at strengthening cooperation between Ghana and South Korea in areas including maritime security, climate action and digital innovation. The summit took place on Wednesday afternoon at the South Korean presidential office during President Mahama’s ongoing working visit […]
The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana (FABAG) has welcomed government’s directive banning selected transit goods from entering the country via land borders, but warned that fruit juice and similar products could be next under the crackdown. FABAG commended the Ministry of Finance and Finance Minister Dr Forson for the move, which requires goods such […]
The Ghana Institute of Freight Forwarders (GIFF) is calling for an independent technical reconciliation into the enforcement incident involving 18 trucks linked to Bill of Entry (BOE) number 80226125039. At a press conference held on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at the GIFF National Secretariat in Tema and addressed by the General Secretary, Paul Kobina Mensah […]
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has interdicted five officers of its Customs Division with immediate effect pending the outcome of an internal investigation into alleged procedural breaches. In a statement, the Authority’s management said the action follows preliminary findings from an enforcement operation conducted on February 18, 2026. The operation involved a consignment of transit […]
President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Mr. Aaron Kanor as the new Acting Commissioner of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), with immediate effect. The appointment was conveyed in a letter signed by the Secretary to the President, Dr. Callistus Mahama. Mr. Kanor succeeds Brigadier General Glover Ashong Annan, the outgoing Commissioner […]
