Ghana: Business perspectives - Invisible barriers to trade

This report examines the experiences of Ghanaian exporters and importers with trade regulations and related procedural obstacles – highlighting their concerns and the challenges they face.

A survey of 960 traders on non-tariff measures found that almost half of exporters in Ghana encounter obstacles. This finding underscores the importance of the solutions proposed in the country’s National Export Development Strategy. The report finds that tackling foreign and domestic trade obstacles such as conformity assessment requirements, export inspections and customs clearance procedures could help Ghana boost its annual exports by up to $4.3 billion by 2025.