News - Ghana

1. Registering a Private Company Unlimited by Shares (Unlimited liability company)

   Ghana 3/14/2019 9:55:10 AM

   A private company unlimited by Shares, according to the Ghana’s company’s code 1963, Act 179, section 9C is a company with no limit on the liability of its members.

2. Registering a Technology Transfer Agreement in Ghana

   Ghana 2/25/2019 9:21:41 AM

   Several local entities go into technology transfer agreements or management services agreements with foreign entities for the use of their technologies and services in Ghana.

3. How to Renew GIPC Investor Registration

   Ghana 1/31/2019 11:19:52 AM

   Have you registered your company with the GIPC? Renew your GIPC registration with ease by following this step by step guideline that shows you what you need to know, the key requirements and common mistakes investors make.

4. It Pays to be an Intern

   Ghana 11/28/2018 10:20:30 AM

   Internships programs are designed to help students gain some work experience and get hired after graduations these days.

5. Dos and Don’ts of Doing Business with Ghanaian Companies

   Ghana 11/28/2018 10:16:36 AM

   Go Global with Rubby A Golo, CEO Global Trade Consult

6. Dos and Don’ts of Doing Business with Foreign Companies

   Ghana 11/28/2018 10:14:09 AM

   Go Global with Rubby A Golo, CEO Global Trade Consult

7. Why West Africa needs the skills to fulfil its potential

   Ghana 11/28/2018 10:08:40 AM

   I got so excited when I completed my Lumina Spark Practitioner Qualification this year. Exploring the Lumina Spark model in my business, it then dawned on me that it would be a good idea to share this article about ‘Why West Africa needs the skills to fulfil its potential’. Part of this article was first published by Inemmo Leadership Development Solutions in September 2016.

8. Get Ready To Sell Overseas

   Ghana 11/28/2018 10:01:32 AM

   Tips on exporting your products abroad

9. How to Obtain a Free Zones License in Ghana

   Ghana 10/25/2018 11:08:19 AM

   The Ghana Free Zones Authority (GFZA) was established by an Act of Parliament, The Free Zones Act 1995 (Act 504) in 1995. This Act enable the establishment of free zones in Ghana for the promotion of economic development; to provide for the regulation of activities in free zones and for related purposes. The implementation of the Programme actually commenced in September 1996.

10. Conducting Business In Ghana

    Ghana 10/15/2018 4:11:47 PM

11. Why Should I Register My TM?

    Ghana 9/12/2018 4:32:38 PM

    Registration with the Ghana Trademark office gives you the exclusive right to use the trademark in Ghana.

12. You Can Renew Your GIPC Investor Certificate In 7 Days If You Avoid These 9 Mistakes.

    Ghana 9/4/2018 12:22:35 PM

    Registration with the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC)

13. Agriculture sector in Africa

    Ghana 8/28/2018 11:12:00 AM

14. Invest In Africa

    Ghana 8/28/2018 11:10:53 AM

15. Market Research on Fish Farming and Aquaculture in Ghana

    Ghana 8/15/2018 8:03:20 AM

    Fish makes up 60 percent of the average Ghanaian’s protein diet. It is the next popular animal protein after chicken and beef and expected to overtake them in a few years. Global trends currently show a growing demand for healthier substitutes to beef and chicken, and fish can be a much leaner and lower calorie source of protein.

16. How To Register Food Products In Ghana

    Ghana 7/31/2018 12:56:34 PM

    The registration of food products is a process that involves a review of the manufacturing process, an assessment of food safety and quality, and confirmation of compliance with FDA labeling regulations. The registration of any food product with the FDA is a very slow process and can take between one or two months to be completed from the date samples are submitted for laboratory tests.

17. Starting a new business in Ghana; Obtaining Construction Permits

    Ghana 7/10/2018 4:50:35 AM

    How do you obtain a construction permit for your new project in Ghana?

18. Know Your Companies Part 3

    Ghana 7/5/2018 5:23:18 PM

    An External Company

19. Know Your Companies Part 2

    Ghana 7/5/2018 5:21:07 PM

    Company Limited By Guarantee

20. Know Your Companies Part 1

    Ghana 7/5/2018 5:17:21 PM

    Company Limited By Shares

21. Essentials for a Non-Ghanaian doing Business in Ghana

    Ghana 7/5/2018 5:09:44 PM

    As a foreigner intending to establish a business in Ghana, you may be confronted with varied and sometimes conflicting information on what the statutory requirements are and what are the benefits for establishing a business in Ghana.

22. An introduction to Trademarks in Ghana

    Ghana 7/5/2018 4:56:11 PM

    Examines what a trademark is, the validity, classifications, requirements & timelines involved in registering a trademark in Ghana

23. Why You Need Background Due Diligence And Company Checks In Transactions

    Ghana 5/30/2018 11:25:23 AM

    Are you doing a transaction in Ghana with a local business entity? Whether it is an arms-length trade transaction or a one on-one-transaction, the importance of background due diligence checks cannot be overemphasized.

24. What Are Ghanaians Spending On? – 35 Products To Trade In

    Ghana 4/17/2018 9:06:08 AM

    Investment opportunities abound in Ghana, especially in the area of trade. Wouldn’t it be great if as a new market entrant, starting a business in Ghana, you knew exactly what product(s) to import into Ghana?

25. What Is The Cost Of Registering A Business In Ghana + Other Fees?

    Ghana 3/15/2018 5:50:30 PM

    How much does it cost to register a business in Ghana and what other statutory charges are there in maintaining a company’s books?

26. Technologies And Innovations: The Rise Of The Digital Ghana

    Ghana 3/15/2018 5:45:22 PM

    From digital banking to e-commerce, technological innovations have changed the landscape of livelihood and how business is done in Africa.

27. Is It Still Viable To Invest In Commercial Office Properties In Accra?

    Ghana 3/15/2018 1:28:39 PM

    The Africa rising story will not be complete without the evolution and contribution of real estate on the continent. From Tunis to Cape Town, Dakar to Nairobi, the skylines are changing and demand for high-grade real estate is on the rise largely due to increase in economic activities and growing middle class.

28. What Is The Cost Of Immigration Services In Ghana?

    Ghana 3/15/2018 1:15:43 PM

    The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) is the principal source for all immigration services in Ghana in accordance with the Immigration law. GIS provides various services including visa on arrival, work permit, residence permit, visa extension, cancellation of residence permits and transit visa, among many other services.

29. How To Obtain A Visa On Arrival To Ghana

    Ghana 3/15/2018 1:12:09 PM

    How can you obtain an entry visa or visa on arrival to Ghana? An entry visa issued by Ghana Immigration Service is a permit issued to foreigners who wish to enter or transit through Ghana’s territory. Emergency Entry Visa is issued upon arrival and is usually valid between 14 to 30 days.

30. Starting a Business in Ghana – Labour and Employment

    Ghana 3/15/2018 1:04:27 PM

    The story is not much different in Ghana, where about a third of the entire population is made up of young men and women between the ages of 15 and 35 years. With an increase in the number of graduates from secondary and tertiary institutions, it can then be deduced that a good percentage of this youthful population is skilled labour. This, to any business, ought to be good news.

31. 10 Obligations Of Foreign Employers And Employees In Ghana

    Ghana 3/15/2018 12:58:35 PM

    There are obligations for foreign employers and employees in Ghana! Do you intend to hire an expatriate in Ghana? Are you an expatriate intending to resign and take-on a new job offer? What are the requirements and obligations for your dependents on residence permit?

32. Registering A Business In Ghana – Company Limited By Shares

    Ghana 3/15/2018 11:53:18 AM

    Starting a business in Ghana

33. Business Registration With The GIPC As A Foreign Investor

    Ghana 3/15/2018 11:45:18 AM

    The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) is a government agency established under GIPC Act 865, 2013 to promote, coordinate and facilitate investment in all sectors of the Ghanaian economy.

34. Registering An External Company, Liaison Or Representative Office In Ghana

    Ghana 3/15/2018 11:36:52 AM

    External Companies are companies that are incorporated outside of Ghana with a registered place of business in Ghana. They are regulated by the laws of the country in which they were originally incorporated. External companies may be established in a country (outside its country of incorporation) for purposes of facilitating the business interest of its parent company.

35. How To Register A Not-For-Profit Or NGO In Ghana

    Ghana 3/14/2018 9:20:20 AM

    Sometimes, people are oblivious to the fact that a Not-for-Profit or Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) is also termed as a company limited by guarantee.

36. UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce

    Ghana 10/19/2016 9:25:47 AM

    British High Commissioner to Ghana Jon Benjamin delivered a speech at the launch of the UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce.

37. Department for International Trade London & ERDF Trade take London businesses to Nigeria and Ghana

    Ghana 9/27/2016 1:35:38 PM

    British companies from energy, infrastructure, education & training industry to visit Ghana and Nigeria

38. Launch of UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce

    Ghana 9/5/2016 2:21:58 PM

    British High Commissioner to Ghana Jon Benjamin delivered a speech at the launch of the UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce.

39. Your Product Value Is More Important Than Your Relationships

    Ghana 2/4/2015 9:59:02 AM

    I’m often asked about how strong my personal business network is in a particular industry or vertical.

40. Exporting to Ghana

    Ghana 4/23/2014 8:28:33 AM

    Are you a member of a UK company wishing to export overseas? Interested in entering or expanding your activity in the Ghanaian market? Then this guide is for you!

41. Immigration Update Ghana

    Ghana 10/3/2013 11:57:39 AM

    Ghana permit Holders are required to register