GPHA, GSA collaborate to reduce cost of doing business at ports

The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) and the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) have reaffirmed their commitment to reducing the cost of doing business at Ghana’s ports.

During a visit by GSA CEO Prof. Ransford Gyampo to GPHA, discussions with Director-General Brigadier-General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono focused on eliminating inefficiencies that drive up costs for importers.

Prof. Gyampo emphasized the need to remove bottlenecks, aligning with President Mahama’s commitment to cost reduction. Brigadier-General Tanye-Kulono called for scrapping VAT and COVID-19 taxes on transit goods to maintain Ghana’s port competitiveness.

He also endorsed the government's 24-hour economy plan and proposed ongoing collaboration between GPHA and GSA. This partnership aims to enhance efficiency, attract more business, and support Ghana’s economic growth.