Produce in Ghana Export
to the World.

Ghana has emerged as a prime destination for foreign investment, thanks to its commitment to building a sustainable and diversified economy. Its investor-friendly policies, consistent economic growth, and strategic position in West Africa make it attractive for global and regional business ventures. Situated on the west coast of Africa, Ghana shares borders with Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Togo, the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic ocean and offers access to a regional market of over 350million people. With a population of approximately 34.9 million, the country boasts of a youthful population and a median age of 21.3years.

Why move production to Ghana?

Ghana is a key beneficiary of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), giving access to the U.S. market for thousands of products—10% tariffs on 6,500+ goods.

Over 1.4 billion consumers in Africa—Ghana is your entry point.
Ghana is a founding member of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), headquartered in Accra. This gives you tariff-free access to 50+ African countries—the largest free trade zone in the world.

 Ghana’s central location in West Africa makes it ideal for logistics, distribution, and export into Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Mali, Senegal, and beyond.

Raw materials at your doorstep
Ghana is rich in natural resources essential for manufacturing:

  • Aluminum & bauxite for automotive and construction
  • Gold and other metals for electronics
  • Cocoa, shea, cashew for agro-processing
  • Oil & gas for energy-intensive industries

Lower labor costs, with a growing pool of skilled, English-speaking workers.

  • The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) and Free Zones Authority offer:
  • Up to 10-year tax holidays
  • 100% foreign ownership allowed
  • Full repatriation of profits and dividends
  • Zero duties on imported machinery for production
  • Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are designed with investors in mind—plug-and-play facilities, tax benefits, and streamlined customs processes.
  • Investment guarantees under bilateral treaties and the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA)
  • Free zone enclaves which support tax holidays, duty-free imports and reduced corporate tax
  • Double Taxation Agreements: Prevents businesses from being taxed twice on the same income.
  • Tema Port: Located near Accra, it is Ghana’s largest and most advanced port. Recently expanded to handle larger cargo volumes and container ships efficiently. It serves as the primary gateway for imports and exports.
  • Takoradi Port: Located in the Western Region, close to major oil and mineral extraction areas. Specialized in the export of bulk commodities such as oil, cocoa, timber, and bauxite. Both ports: Are positioned along key international maritime trade routes. Serving landlocked neighboring countries (like Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger), strengthening Ghana’s status as a regional logistics hub.

Ghana offers one of the most affordable labor markets in the subregion. Wages are relatively lower than in many competing African or emerging economies.

This significantly reduces operational costs, especially in labor-intensive industries like manufacturing, agriculture, and services. The labor force is:

Young (median age under 22).

    • Educated and trainable, with a growing number of technical and vocational training institutions.
    • Increasingly skilled in areas like ICT, engineering, and business services.

Ghana has made strong progress in improving its national grid and reducing power outages. Investments in diversified energy sources (hydropower, thermal, solar, wind) has led to more consistent electricity supply. These stabilities are crucial for:

Manufacturing plants requiring uninterrupted energy.

Data centers and ICT firms with high uptime requirements.

Export-based industries reliant on efficient production timelines.

  • Reliable electricity enhances investor confidence and reduces hidden operational costs.

 

 

Kotoka International Airport (KIA) in Accra is a modern, internationally certified airport. Which offers direct flights to key business hubs like;

    • Europe: London, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Paris.
    • Middle East: Dubai, Doha, Istanbul.
    • Africa: Nairobi, Lagos, Johannesburg.
  • Typical flight durations to these locations range from 6 to 9 hours. Which enhances: Business travel efficiency for investors and partners. Speed and reliability of air cargo logistics.

Ghana, A Strategic Manufacturing and Trade Hub for Industrial Expansion

Ghana has a rapidly developing, mixed economy driven by key sectors such as agriculture, mining, oil and gas, manufacturing, and services. Ghana is a global leader in the production of gold and cocoa, and in recent years, it has become a notable oil exporter. The country offers a relatively supportive business environment, with investment incentives, free trade zones, and active membership in regional and global trade agreements like the Economic Partnership Agreement with the European Union; an agreement that provides Ghana duty-free and quota-free access to the EU market. AfCFTA aimed at boosting intra-Africa trade and ECOWAS which promotes economic integration and trade liberalization amongst West African countries.

Key Economic Sectors & Raw Materials for Industrial Investment

Agro-processing

Cocoa, shea, cashew, palm oil—ideal for food & cosmetics production

Mining

Gold, bauxite (aluminum), manganese, lithium—inputs for EVs, electronics

Oil & Gas

Opportunities in downstream petrochemicals and plastics

Technology

Fintech, digital infrastructure, data centers

Key Investment Opportunities

Light Manufacturing

Textiles, packaging, auto parts, electronics.

Agro-processing

Cocoa derivatives, cashew processing, palm oil refining.

Renewables

Solar panel assembly, battery production, clean energy infrastructure.

Digital Infrastructure

Telecom, smart city tech, digital finance platforms.

Tourism Infrastructure

Eco-resorts, hospitality, heritage sites development.

Build in Ghana, Export to the World

Relocating or expanding production to Ghana empowers  manufacturers to:

Reduce tariff exposure in the U.S, Access high-growth African markets, Secure raw materials at lower costs, Strengthen global competitiveness with local advantages

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