Also known as: GEXIM
Ghana Export-Import Bank — development finance institution providing export-import financing; facing fraud allegations and expanding capital adequacy and loan portfolio in 2025.
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The Ghana Export-Import Bank (Ghana Exim Bank) has officially joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), becoming part of the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative in a move that reinforces its commitment to responsible banking, sustainable finance and ethical …
Ghana Exim Bank joins UN Global Compact to deepen commitment to sustainable finance and responsible businessDaily Guide
… The event, organised by the GIPC, the Ghana Export Promotion Authority, the Ghana Free Zones Authority and the Ghana Export-Import Bank, with support from the Ghana High Commission in Canada and the High Commission of Canada to Ghana, seeks, among other objectives, to deepen busi …
GIPC Courts Canadian Investors For Key SectorsDaily Guide
… Trial Chairman Wontumi is facing trial for allegedly causing GH¢30 million financial loss to a public body in the course of a business transaction with Ghana Export-Import Bank (Ghana EXIM Bank). …
Exim Bank ‘Fraud’ Case: Court Gives AG, Wontumi Time To Discuss Plea BargainJoy Online
… He approached the Ghana Export-Import Bank in January 2018 for a GH¢19 million facility to support a farming venture. …
Court gives Wontumi, A-G until July 6 to report on plea bargain talks in GH¢30m EXIM bank fraud caseJoy Online
As Ghana takes advantage of the global spotlight of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), the Ghana Free Zones Authority (GFZA), and the Ghana Export-Import Bank (Ghana Exim Bank) are jointly organising …
Ghana to court global investors at FIFA World Cup 2026 through Invest Ghana Business ForumsJoy Online
… has called for clarity and accountability in the ongoing plea negotiation process involving Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, who is standing trial over an alleged GH¢14.3 million loan fraud linked to the Ghana Export-Import Bank …
Wontumi case: Akwatia MP urges clear accountabilityJoy Online
… His comments come in the wake of formal plea bargaining proceedings initiated in connection with an alleged GH¢14.3 million loan fraud case involving the Ghana Export-Import Bank (Exim Bank), currently before the Accra High Court under Docket No. …
Wontumi case: Plea negotiation a legal strategy, not admission of guilt – Baffour AwuahJoy Online
… His comment follows lawyers of Chairman Wontuni formally requesting a plea negotiation with the Attorney-General in his ongoing criminal trial over an alleged GH¢14.3 million loan fraud involving the Ghana Export-Import Bank (Exim Bank).
Wontumi trial: Accept plea bargain if it delivers justice, recovery of state funds – Bomfeh urges AGJoy Online
… On the same day Appiah-Kubi quit, the Attorney-General’s office told the court that Wontumi had asked to open plea negotiations in a separate case accusing him of defrauding the state-owned Ghana Export-Import Bank. …
Twice in a year, Chairman Wontumi’s lead lawyer has walked awayJoy Online
… Two of the cases relate to allegations of illegal mining activities, while the third concerns accusations that he defrauded the state-owned Ghana Export-Import Bank (GEXIM). …
Appiah-Kubi withdraws as lawyer for Wontumi in Samreboi mining trialNPP 2028 flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has called for the abolition of a proposed pre-shipment inspection requirement for imported vehicles following a meeting with the Vehicles and Assets Dealers Union of Ghana, which raised concerns including high import duties, port delays, and unfair foreign competition.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
NPP 2028 flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has called for the abolition of a proposed pre-shipment inspection requirement for imported vehicles following a meeting with the Vehicles and Assets Dealers Union of Ghana, which raised concerns including high import duties, port delays, and unfair foreign competition.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Office of the Attorney General has filed disclosure documents for the trial of Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), accused of causing financial loss of GH¢30 million to a public entity through a loan from Ghana EXIM Bank in 2018. The court has adjourned the case management conference to November 2 and 3, 2026.
28 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Businessman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Wontumi) pleaded not guilty to amended charges accusing him of causing GH¢30 million financial loss to a public entity through a loan obtained from Ghana EXIM Bank in 2018. The charges were increased from four to five, alleging he obtained GH¢14.3 million under false pretences and used a forged receipt to obtain GH¢4 million in 2017 and 2018.
14 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Export-Import Bank has presented medical equipment and supplies worth GH¢200,000 to the Department of Child Health at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital as part of its 10th anniversary and corporate social responsibility efforts. The donation comprises more than 15 pieces of equipment including patient monitors, defibrillators, examination tables, oxygen cylinders, and emergency stretchers.
13 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Export-Import Bank has donated medical equipment and supplies worth GH¢200,000 to Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital's Child Health Department and called on other financial institutions to support refurbishment of the facility, which receives referrals from across Ghana and West Africa.
13 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) has pleaded not guilty to five charges including defrauding by false pretence, uttering forged documents, money laundering, and intentionally causing financial loss of GH¢30 million to Exim Bank over an alleged fraudulent procurement of a loan obtained in 2018. The prosecution alleges he presented forged documents to secure funding for a proposed farming project that was never carried out and withdrew substantial sums for personal use.
13 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Accra High Court has adjourned the case involving former NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) over a GH¢30 million Exim Bank matter to October 13, after prosecutors filed an amended charge sheet specifying that the allegedly forged pro-forma invoice belonged to Epsons Ghana Limited.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
According to the 2025 State Ownership Report, Ghana Export-Import Bank strengthened its financial capacity with a capital adequacy ratio of 75.3%, up 21.6 percentage points from 53.7% in 2024, supported by shareholders' funds growing to GH¢2.10 billion and total debt declining by 45%.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Export-Import Bank recorded a 90.21 per cent increase in interest income to GH¢153.90 million in 2025, supported by 20.14 per cent growth in loans and advances to customers and a 99.08 per cent reduction in interest expenses.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Export-Import Bank increased loans and advances to customers by 20.14 per cent to GH¢1.56 billion in 2025, with interest income rising 90.21 per cent to GH¢153.90 million, according to the 2025 State Ownership Report. Shareholders' equity grew to GH¢2.1 billion as the development finance institution strengthened its financial position.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The government plans to develop a 150-acre air cargo hub at Tamale International Airport to facilitate the export of vegetables, fruits and other high-value agricultural produce from northern Ghana to international markets, as part of its broader strategy to establish an integrated production and export system connecting agriculture, manufacturing, energy and logistics.
30 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Northshore Apparel CEO Nurideen Mohammed has appealed to the government to award part of its uniform procurement contracts for security services and public institutions to local manufacturers, arguing that Ghana currently spends foreign exchange importing uniforms that could be produced domestically.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The CEO of Northshore Apparel Ghana Limited, speaking at the commissioning of the company's industrial park in Savelugu, argues that sustainable employment and industrialisation offer more lasting solutions to insecurity in Northern Ghana than armed security responses, and that dignified work can prevent youth recruitment by those fomenting conflict.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Northshore Apparel Ghana Limited has announced a three-phase expansion plan for its industrial park in Savelugu that will establish a fabric mill and cotton outgrower scheme across northern Ghana and neighbouring countries, aiming to create an integrated textile value chain enabling Ghana to export finished clothing instead of raw cotton.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has assured the CEO of Ghana Export-Import Bank of his continued support in recovering funds from loan defaulters, saying the bank needs resources to finance viable businesses. Mahama claimed that after his previous administration left office, politically connected individuals dominated access to Exim Bank financing with no intention of repaying loans.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Major buyers in the United States and South Africa expressed interest in purchasing garments from Northshore Apparel Ghana before production began at its newly commissioned factory in Savelugu, according to GEXIM CEO Sylvester Adinam Mensah. The early buyer interest demonstrates the factory's export potential and capacity to compete in the global apparel market.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The GEXIM CEO has praised the commissioned Northshore Apparel Hub in Savelugu as a showcase of Ghanaian enterprise and development finance supporting industrialisation and job creation. The wholly Ghanaian-owned facility is expected to create 3,000 jobs in its first phase, with employment projected to reach 10,000 at full capacity.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The newly commissioned Northshore Apparel Ghana factory in Savelugu has created 3,000 immediate jobs and is expected to employ 10,000 people at full operational capacity, according to GEXIM's CEO. The facility includes 50 sewing lines, cutting and design centre, warehouses, and solar power, with more than 2,000 prospective operators already trained.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Export-Import Bank CEO Sylvester Adinam Mensah said the bank has redefined its lending framework to prioritise commercially viable projects with significant economic impact, guided by development outcomes rather than sentiment. The bank's financing decisions aim to allocate scarce resources to projects that create jobs, expand production, and strengthen Ghana's export capacity.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The CEO of Ghana's Export-Import Bank says the newly commissioned Northshore Apparel Hub in Savelugu will generate direct jobs on the production floor and additional opportunities in transportation, food services, accommodation, and logistics, with wages supporting households and local businesses.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Northshore Apparel Hub, commissioned in Savelugu in the Northern Region, will strengthen Ghana's position in the global garment and apparel market through expanded domestic production and export competitiveness, according to GEXIM CEO Sylvester Adinam Mensah. The facility was financed through a blended arrangement involving GEXIM, Germany's KfW Development Bank, and equity contributions from project promoters.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), the former Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, has failed to reach a plea bargain with the Attorney General over allegations of causing GH¢30 million financial loss to a public body. The court has directed the Attorney General to file disclosures and witness statements by September 22, 2026, after which trial will commence.
28 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
The High Court in Accra has given the Attorney-General 14 days to file disclosures, including a list of documents for prosecution, in an alleged GH₵30 million EXIM Bank fraud case involving former Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako. The case was adjourned to September 22, 2026, for a case management conference.
28 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Plea bargain negotiations between Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Wontumi) and the State in an alleged GH¢30 million EXIM Bank fraud case have collapsed after the prosecution rejected his legal team's settlement proposal. The Accra High Court has ordered the prosecution to file disclosures within 14 days, and the case is now expected to proceed to trial.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana EXIMBank has commissioned the Awoamefia Togbi Sri III Astro Turf Park at Hogbe Park in Anloga as a 10th anniversary corporate social responsibility project. The facility, built to international standards, will host league matches, tournaments, training programs, and school activities.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Export-Import Bank and Ghana International Bank have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to improve access to international banking services, trade finance and global markets for Ghanaian exporters, with immediate priorities including expansion of correspondent banking relationships between the two institutions.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana International Bank CEO Ian Greenstreet hailed a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding between GHIB and the Ghana Export-Import Bank as a strategic partnership to strengthen Ghana's export sector, expand international business opportunities, and improve access to trade finance for Ghanaian businesses.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Export-Import Bank (GEXIM) and Ghana International Bank PLC have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to deepen trade finance opportunities for Ghanaian exporters, particularly SMEs, through improved access to international banking services and correspondent banking.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana International Bank and the Ghana Export-Import Bank are formalizing a partnership through a Non-Disclosure Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding to deepen cooperation on trade finance and international banking services, aiming to help Ghanaian businesses access global markets.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Exim Bank's CEO says the institution's formal commitment to the UN Global Compact will strengthen its global credibility and deepen sustainable financing by integrating environmental, social and governance principles into its operations.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →