Ghana is Africa's leading gold producer and the second-largest cocoa grower.
CapitalAccra
CurrencyGhanaian cedi (GHS)
LanguagesEnglish
RegionAfrica
Why Ghana matters for trade
- Gold, cocoa and crude oil lead exports
- Tema is a regional gateway for landlocked Sahel countries
- Stable English-language business environment
What Ghana sells and buys
| Main exports | Main imports |
|---|---|
| Gold, Cocoa, Crude oil, Cashew nuts, Manganese, bauxite | Refined fuels, Rice, Wheat, Vehicles, Machinery |
Main ports and routes
Tema, Takoradi.
Check before you tradeCocoa is sold through the state regulator COCOBOD, and EUDR traceability applies to EU shipments.
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TradeScout24 Insights · Country overview; figures will be added from DEİK, business council and national sources · Last reviewed 31 Oct 2026