Exports and Imports


Home Project Information Economy Culture Education Geography Political History Tourism	Exports and Imports Traditionally, Ghanaian exports include cocoa, timber, and gold. The mining sector has experienced substantial growth in recent years as new mining technology has permitted the profitable exploitation of lower grade ores. However agriculture still dominates the economy. Gold, timber and cocoa production are major sources of foreign exchange. Imports: Commodities, capital equipment, petroleum, consumer goods, foods, intermediate goods. Their imports partners include the United Kingdom, Nigeria, United States, Germany, Japan and the Netherlands. In the mid - 1980's the economy was dominated by public sector enterprises. The government of Ghana has now divested itself of over 300 firms and the divestiture program continues. The recent historic visit to Ghana by President Bill Clinton has meant renewed interest in Africa, and Ghana in particular. President Clinton's visit has reinvigorated the Ghanaian business community in a manner that may lead Ghana to become the Gateway to West Africa with significant business ties to the U.S. The Ports at Tema and Tarokodi provide the opportunity to witness business at work.

still dominates the economy. Gold, timber and cocoa production are major sources of foreign exchange. Imports: Commodities, capital equipment, petroleum, consumer goods, foods, intermediate goods. Their imports partners include the United Kingdom, Nigeria, United States, Germany, Japan and the Netherlands. In the mid - 1980's the economy was dominated by public sector enterprises. The government of Ghana has now divested itself of over 300 firms and the divestiture program continues. The recent historic visit to Ghana by President Bill Clinton has meant renewed interest in Africa, and Ghana in particular. President Clinton's visit has reinvigorated the Ghanaian business community in a manner that may lead Ghana to become the Gateway to West Africa with significant business ties to the U.S. The Ports at Tema and Tarokodi provide the opportunity to witness business at work.