The Government of Ghana has announced a comprehensive ban on the land transit of several imported goods as part of efforts to strengthen border contro
The Government of Ghana has announced a comprehensive ban on the land transit of several imported goods as part of efforts to strengthen border controls and protect national revenue.
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson disclosed the new directive following a high-level meeting with Aaron Akanor, Acting Commissioner of Customs, and senior officials of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).
The ban targets a wide range of commonly traded products, including:
- Cooking oil
- Rice
- Sugar
- Frozen foods
- Textiles
- Flour
- Canned tomatoes
- Pasta and spaghetti
- Pharmaceutical products
Dr. Ato Forson explained that the measures aim to close loopholes in the import and transit system that have historically resulted in revenue losses.
“Earlier today, I met with the Acting Commissioner of Customs and the management of the Customs Division to discuss developments at our borders and to take decisive steps to protect Ghana’s revenue,” he stated in a Facebook post.
In addition to the transit restrictions, the Finance Minister has directed the recentralisation of the Customs Technical Services Bureau (CTSB), which is responsible for valuation and technical support within the Customs Division.
“These measures are intended to strengthen border controls, close revenue leakages, and safeguard government revenue,” Dr. Ato Forson emphasised.
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