Ghana Economy

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Brazil and Ghana are both countries of influence in their respective continents, with strong, energetic economies and steady growth. United by historical and cultural ties, our two nations are also solid commercial partners, with a level of trade that has more than tripled from $106m in 2003 to $446m in 2011.

Chapter | The Guide from The Report: Ghana 2012

This section includes an article on some of the country’s historical touristic attractions and a profile of boxing legend Azumah Nelson. It also provides the reader with an overview of local etiquette and business practices, information on hotels and resorts, and contact information for local government agencies and services.

Chapter | Economy from The Report: Ghana 2012

In just the past few years, Ghana’s economy has undergone major transformations and has been shaped by a number of encouraging trends, including a rising per capita income, increased capital spending, higher commodities prices and an improved government fiscus. The economy grew by 14.4% in real terms in 2011, the highest rate of growth recorded worldwide that year. Much of this was due to the...

Chapter | Country Profile from The Report: Ghana 2012

This chapter takes a look at Ghana’s history, trade relations and its impact on the regional and global stage. This chapter contains interviews with Mahatir Mohammad, former Prime Minister of Malaysia; Stephen O’Brien, UK Under-Secretary of State for International Development; and viewpoints from President President John Dramani Mahama and Fernando Pimentel, Brazilian Minister of Development,...
A smooth transition from former President John Atta Mills, who unexpectedly passed away last month, to new President John Dramani Mahama will help reassure investors about the continued steady performance of the country’s economy, but mild pressure from short-term risks may necessitate some adept changes to monetary and fiscal policy.
The government is taking a number of measures to strengthen Ghana’s business environment in a bid to reinforce growth as the country struggles with a rising import bill due to a depreciating cedi.

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