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The Cement Manufacturers Association of Ghana (CMAG) has repeatedly pressured the government over the course of the past couple of years to take action against what it views as unfair trade practices, in particular from Nigeria and China. As a result, the government recently adopted protective measures, including establishing mechanisms to...

Ghanaian industry continues to display long-term growth potential across several sectors, including agro-processing, automobiles, pharmaceuticals and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs), among others. In the short term, while many firms are investing in boosting productivity to take advantage of existing opportunities, significant challenges,...

While helping to increase exports, Ghana’s depreciating currency, the cedi, has had a negative impact on a number of local industries relying on imported inputs, like manufacturing. As 2016 reached its close, though, a combination of measures appeared to be contributing to greater currency stability.

Abundant greenery, an unspoiled coastline, diverse cultural and historical heritage, and a friendly and welcoming population are some of the main attributes underlining Ghana’s attractiveness as an African tourist destination. That said, these assets remain largely underexplored by foreign visitors, many of whom have come to the country to...

While the automobile industry is yet to surpass peak sales levels achieved in 2012, the sector is slowly recovering its breath. The market is still largely dominated by second-hand sales, yet as the economic situation in Ghana stabilises over time, the country’s growing middle class and overall young and urban population could spur the...

Ghana’s retail sector has grown significantly in recent years, attracting a swathe of international retail chains and brands. This is thanks to a growing middle class, a largely young and urban population and a relatively underdeveloped formal retail market.