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Ghana Export Promotion Authority

Ghana Export Promotion Authority — government agency supporting exporters through trade houses, market access partnerships, and business development initiatives across international markets.

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May 2026
9 MayJoy Online
… Championing this export drive, the Member of Parliament for Wa East and Board Chairman for the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), Dr. …
World Shea Expo 2026 launched in Wa as gov’t moves to restrict raw nut exports
8 MayJoy Online
… The Member of Parliament for Wa East and Board Chairman of the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), Dr Godfred Seidu Jasaw, reinforced the need for strict local bylaws to protect shea trees from environmental degradation. …
Gov’t launches World Shea Expo 2026 in Upper West
6 MayBusiness & Financial Times
… Examples include Ghana Export Promotion Authority, Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency, Morocco Agency for Investment and Export Development, Agence Nationale pour la Promotion des Investissements, and Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal (Southern Africa). …
Africa-China 2.0 with Paul Frimpong: From market access to market readiness: Making the most of China’s Zero Tariff Opportunity
April 2026
30 AprJoy Online
… The event is supported by KGL Group, Ghana EXIM Bank, Telecel, and Consolidated Bank Ghana, with additional support from the Ghana Export Promotion Authority, Scent of Africa, and Devtraco Group, alongside a media partnership with Joy 99.7 FM. …
Glitz Africa announces awardees for Ghana Women of the Year Honours 2026
28 AprBusiness & Financial Times
Ghana Export Promotion Authority(GEPA) board chairman ,Godfred Seidu Jasaw says the sharp rise in non-traditional export earnings in 2025 underscores the early impact of government-led industrial and trade reforms, even as global conditions remain uncertain. …
GEPA board chair credits policy push as non-traditional exports surge 31%

Business

Western Region urges closer investment promotion collaboration

The News

The Western Regional Minister has called for stronger engagement between government investment and export promotion agencies and the Western Regional Coordinating Council to maximise the region's economic potential and create jobs. He cited the region's productive base and exportable products, and raised concerns about inadequate information sharing between the regional administration and investment promotion institutions.

10 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 10 September

Western Region urges closer investment promotion collaboration
The Western Regional Minister has called for stronger engagement between government investment and export promotion agencies and the Western Regional Coordinating Council to maximise the region's economic potential and create jobs. He cited the region's productive base and exportable products, and raised concerns about inadequate information sharing between the regional administration and investment promotion institutions.
10 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 9 September

Beauty Kabukie Apedoe appointed CEO of Inter Tourism Expo Accra
The Management Board of Inter Tourism Expo Accra (INTTA) has appointed Beauty Kabukie Apedoe as Chief Executive Officer. She brings experience in tourism and hospitality management, public relations, and strategic communications, and holds a bachelor's degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management from GIMPA, where she was named the best graduating student of the 2023 class.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 7 September

Trade minister urges exporters to meet global quality standards
Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, Ghana's Trade, Agribusiness and Industry Minister, has urged Ghanaian exporters to prioritise compliance with global standards and quality requirements, saying increased production alone cannot guarantee success in international markets. She noted that food safety, traceability, certification, packaging, and quality standards are essential for competing under market access arrangements like the African Continental Free Trade Area.
7 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 4 September

Government positions horticulture as key export growth driver
The government is working to develop Ghana's horticulture sector as a driver of export growth, with efforts to improve production, processing, certification and market access. The Trade Minister said non-traditional exports exceeded US$5 billion in 2025 and highlighted an approved agribusiness policy aimed at addressing supply, financing, value addition and market access challenges.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 1 September

FAGE president urges investment in Ghana's horticulture sector
The Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters president has called for increased investment in horticulture, highlighting Ghana's position as the world's leading yam exporter and its potential to generate substantial export revenue from mangoes, particularly given the country's ability to harvest in two seasons. The call comes ahead of the Ghana International Horticulture Expo scheduled for September 2026.
1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 28 August

Coconut Federation VP calls for increased agricultural investment
The Vice President of the Coconut Federation of Ghana says coconut is a zero-waste crop with applications across food, automotive, and other industries, and calls for greater investment in the sector to drive value addition and job creation ahead of the Ghana International Horticulture Expo 2026.
28 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 25 August

Western Rod and Wire seeks recognition of local aluminium rod production
Western Rod and Wire Limited has called for greater recognition of existing local manufacturers as Ghana develops its integrated aluminium industry. The company, which has manufactured aluminium rod in Ghana since 2005, says it has sufficient production capacity to meet Ghana's cable manufacturing industry's requirements and has reduced dependence on imported aluminium rod.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 21 August

Ghana launches third horticulture expo to boost exports
The third Ghana Horticulture Expo 2026 has been launched in Accra with a theme of "From Soil to Sovereignty: Building Ghana's Agricultural Self-Reliance." The President of the Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters said the expo aims to strengthen partnerships among government, the private sector, farmers and exporters to build Ghana's capacity to feed its population, supply industries, reduce import dependence, create jobs and compete in global markets.
21 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 19 August

Western Region minister warns silo mentality costs billions
Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson has warned that poor coordination and information-sharing among state institutions is undermining the region's economic potential and costing billions of cedis in investment and export opportunities. He cited insufficient information flow between the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre and the Regional Coordinating Council as an example of how agencies fail to provide coordinated support to businesses.
19 August 2026 · The Chronicle →

Friday 14 August

Western Region Minister urges stronger investment coordination
Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson has called for closer cooperation between government investment and export promotion institutions (GEPA, GIPC) and the Western Regional Coordinating Council to maximise the region's economic potential through job creation, increased production and export growth. He noted inadequate information-sharing between the regional administration and investment institutions, and identified the region's natural resources and industrial activities as key to Ghana's domestic production and export agenda.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 7 August

AI should empower entrepreneurs, not replace creativity
UPS Global Director of Social Impact La'Kerri Jackson told 200 Ghanaian entrepreneurs at a workshop in Accra that artificial intelligence should be used as a tool to improve productivity while preserving human creativity and critical thinking. The two-day workshop, organized by the International Trade Centre's SheTrades Initiative with UPS, Visa and Ghana's Export Promotion Authority, aims to build skills in AI, digital payments, logistics, marketing and access to finance.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 5 August

GEPA opens Ghana Trade House in London to boost exports
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority has opened a Trade House in London to provide Ghanaian exporters with a permanent marketplace in the United Kingdom and create new opportunities for trade and investment. The facility will showcase processed foods, beverages, textiles, cosmetics and light manufactured goods, and host sector-focused exhibitions and business-to-business meetings to connect Ghanaian producers with UK buyers.
5 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 28 July

GIPA launches investment roadshow across three regions
Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA) embarked on a five-day Regional Investment Roadshow across Bono, Bono East and Ahafo regions to identify and promote investment opportunities in agribusiness, agro-processing, logistics, eco-tourism, mining-linked value addition and rural industrialisation. The roadshow, part of the Investment Opportunity Mapping Project, will engage local assemblies, traditional authorities and businesses in Sunyani, Techiman and Goaso to develop investment-ready projects and attract domestic and foreign investors.
28 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 21 July

GEPA and Netherlands CBI formalize Ghana trade partnership
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority and the Netherlands' Centre for the Promotion of Sustainable Production and Trade have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen economic cooperation and provide direct market access for Ghanaian exporters to the Netherlands and the European Union.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
GEPA and Netherlands CBI sign trade partnership agreement
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) and the Netherlands' CBI have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to formalise a trade partnership, aiming to strengthen economic cooperation and provide Ghanaian exporters with direct market access to the Netherlands and wider EU markets.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 20 July

J Grand Commodities launches cashew milk, butter and protein bar
J Grand Commodities has introduced three new cashew-based products under its Juki Nuts brand, with support from the MOVE-ComCashew programme, to boost local processing of Ghana's cashew and create jobs. The company, which currently employs 17 people, aims to move Ghana beyond raw cashew exports to build competitive local brands.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 15 July

GTFCL launches SME Connect program for enterprise growth
The Ghana Trade Fair Company Limited, in collaboration with Republic Bank Ghana, held the inaugural SME Connect program at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra, designed to equip small and medium enterprises with knowledge, skills, and partnerships for growth and market access. The event brought together board members, government representatives, industry leaders, and entrepreneurs to explore strategies for enterprise expansion.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 9 July

Ghana House to showcase trade and culture at Glasgow 2026 Games
Ghana's House Project Coordination Committee has outlined progress toward establishing Ghana House at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, a unified national platform aimed at promoting Ghana's trade, investment, tourism, culture and economic opportunities to the international community.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana House at Commonwealth Games advances economic diplomacy
The Ghana Olympic Committee president says the Ghana House project, launched in London on July 8, 2026, represents a major opportunity to advance Ghana's economic diplomacy agenda and position the country as an investment destination. The initiative is designed to promote Ghanaian products and services, facilitate trade partnerships, showcase tourism and creative industries, and strengthen diaspora relationships.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 29 June

GEPA opens Ghana Trade House in Philadelphia
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) has officially opened the Ghana Trade House in Philadelphia, establishing Ghana's first dedicated commercial foothold on the United States East Coast. The facility provides market intelligence, trade advisory, export matchmaking, investment promotion support, and financing access for Ghanaian businesses seeking to enter or expand in the American market.
29 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Friday 26 June

Illegal mining in Sunyani threatens cocoa and cashew farms
Farmers in Sunyani Municipality fear that illegal mining operations moving into nearby communities could spread across farmlands and destroy cocoa cultivation and other agricultural activities. Unknown individuals have begun mining activities in nearby villages with excavators and heavy equipment, raising concerns about the loss of livelihoods for farming families.
26 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
GEPA opens Ghana Trade House in Philadelphia
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority has opened a Ghana Trade House in Philadelphia, Ghana's first dedicated commercial facility on the U.S. East Coast, offering market intelligence, trade advisory, export matchmaking, and investment promotion support to Ghanaian businesses seeking entry to the American market.
26 June 2026 · Joy Online →
GEPA opens Ghana Trade House in Philadelphia for export support
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority has opened a Ghana Trade House in Philadelphia, establishing Ghana's first dedicated commercial facility on the U.S. East Coast. The facility provides market intelligence, trade advisory, export matchmaking, and investment promotion support for Ghanaian businesses entering the American market, and follows similar Trade Houses opened in London and Kenya.
26 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 25 June

China grants zero-tariff treatment on African exports
As of May 1, 2026, China implemented zero-tariff treatment across all eligible product lines for African exports, a move intended to enhance market access and price competitiveness. The policy raises broader questions about whether tariff elimination can drive industrial development and economic transformation beyond simply increasing export volumes.
25 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Wednesday 24 June

GIPC Invites Canadian Investors to Ghana's Key Sectors
The CEO of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre called on Canadian investors to pursue opportunities in Ghana's cocoa processing, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy and other sectors. He highlighted Ghana's natural resources, youthful population and West African market access as investment attractions, noting that Ghana is prioritising value addition to drive industrial growth.
24 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 22 June

GIPC seeks Canadian investment in cocoa, pharmaceuticals, energy
The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre CEO has told Canadian investors that Ghana is seeking increased investment in cocoa processing, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy, and oil and gas, citing the country's natural resources, youthful population, and strategic West African access as attractions for expanding continental operations.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's non-traditional exports exceed $5 billion for first time
Ghana's non-traditional exports have exceeded US$5 billion, recording about 30 per cent growth over the previous year, according to the Ghana Export Promotion Authority. The GEPA deputy CEO attributed the growth to increased value addition and strong international demand, with cocoa products, cashew, shea, coconut, yam, and mango among top performers.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's handicrafts sector records 500% export growth
Ghana's handicrafts sector has recorded approximately 500 per cent growth in exports, becoming the fastest-growing segment in the country's non-traditional export sector, according to the Ghana Export Promotion Authority. The growth reflects rising global demand for Ghanaian cultural products including ornaments, Adinkra-inspired items, paintings and woodcrafts.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 16 June

Ghana to use World Cup 2026 for investor recruitment forums
Ghana's investment and export agencies are organizing Invest Ghana Business Forums in Canada and the United States during the 2026 FIFA World Cup to attract foreign direct investment and highlight opportunities in energy, agribusiness, manufacturing, mining, and other sectors.
16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 12 June

AAK Academy launches in Ghana to boost food innovation
AAK, a global leader in plant-based oils and fats, has launched the AAK Academy in Ghana with the Embassy of Denmark to drive innovation and technical expertise in chocolate, confectionery, and food applications, supporting Ghana's agro-processing sector and shea value chain development.
12 June 2026 · Daily Guide →