Skip to main content

Ghana Ports And Harbours Authority Wins Three Awards At African Ports Awards In Congo

 


The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) has clinched three major honours at the 9th African Ports Awards, held last week in Pointe-Noire, Congo, reinforcing its position as a leader in port operations across the sub-region.

The Port of Takoradi emerged as Best Port in Import & Export Traffic Growth and Volumes, Bulk (2023–2024), recognising its strong performance in handling increasing bulk cargo volumes.

The Port of Tema received the award for Best Port in Container Traffic (TEU-2024), highlighting its continued efficiency in container handling.

GPHA was further recognised for Best Port in Information Communication of Statistics (via website), underscoring its commitment to transparency, digitalisation, and data-driven port management. More than 20 ports from across West and Central Africa participated in the competition.

Expressing pride and excitement over the accomplishment, the Director-General of GPHA, Brigadier General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono commended the Board for its continued strategic guidance and thanked staff across all the 2 ports for their dedication, hard work and commitment to the Authority’s vision.

He also expressed appreciation to all stakeholders for their unwavering support, noting that the recognition reflects a shared effort toward operational excellence and competitiveness.

Established in 2015 in Abidjan, the African Ports Awards evaluates ports based on key performance indicators including infrastructure, encompassing equipment, safety, security and storage-sub-regional connectivity, productivity, vessel reception and delivery operations, management information systems, governance and sustainability.

GPHA’s latest achievement marks another important milestone in Ghana’s maritime development and its drive to strengthen its position as a regional maritime hub.

It would be recalled that the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) was in October last month named the overall winner in the Community Building category of the 2025 International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) Sustainability Awards.

GPHA earned the accolade for its exemplary contributions to sustainable port-community development, selected by a panel of 15 expert jurors from over 100 entries worldwide, with 18 finalists shortlisted.

The award recognised the Authority’s community-building project, which has delivered lasting social impact, inclusivity and shared value between the ports and surrounding communities.

 

 

Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Fitch Solutions retains 2025 growth rate projection at 4.2%

 Fitch Solutions has reaffirmed its projection that Ghana’s economy will expand by 4.2% in 2025. This estimate slightly exceeds the International Monetary Fund’s forecast of 4% and the World Bank’s projection of 3.9%. The UK-based research firm attributes its outlook to historically high gold prices, which are expected to cushion the Ghanaian economy against a global slowdown triggered by rising tariffs. Higher gold prices are anticipated to strengthen government revenue, enhance foreign exchange earnings, and help sustain currency stability. The report also highlights that Ghana is relatively less vulnerable to increasing trade restrictions from the United States, given that its primary exports—gold and crude oil—are not directly affected by the tariffs introduced by President Trump’s administration. Moreover, the US constitutes only about 4% to 5% of Ghana’s total exports. In contrast, Ghana’s trade relations are more heavily oriented toward China and European countries, particul...
Post a Comment
Read more

BoG injects $20m into FX market to support 11 BDCs

  The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has injected $20 million into the foreign exchange market in the latest round of its forward FX auction targeted at Bulk Oil Distribution Companies (BDCs). The intervention, which benefited eleven BDCs, is part of the central bank’s broader strategy to stabilise the cedi and ensure price stability in the petroleum downstream sector. Held on Tuesday, April 29, the auction was priced at a locked exchange rate of GHS 14.28 to the US dollar, with bid offers ranging from GHS 13.85 to GHS 15.55. This move reflects the BoG’s continued effort to deepen forex liquidity and safeguard the domestic fuel supply chain against volatility in global energy markets. By directly supplying FX to BDCs, the central bank seeks to ease pressure on the interbank market, guarantee the uninterrupted flow of petroleum products, and mitigate the pass-through effects of exchange rate fluctuations on fuel prices. The $20 million disbursement forms part of a $120 million programme for th...
Post a Comment
Read more

Kenpong Travel & Tours Champions Breast Cancer Awareness During Customer Week

  As part of activities to mark Customer Week, Kenpong Travel & Tours, a leading travel agency in Ghana, is joining the global fight against breast cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the company is passionate about spreading hope and support to those affected. At Kenpong Travel & Tours, we believe that travel and exploration can be therapeutic and empowering. That's why we're committed to supporting our customers and the broader community in the fight against breast cancer. We're proud to stand in solidarity with breast cancer warriors and survivors. At Kenpong Travel & Tours, we believe that everyone deserves a chance to explore the world and create unforgettable memories. Let's prioritize health, support one another, and fight against breast cancer," said Kennedy Agyapong, CEO of Kenpong Travel & Tours. Our efforts are focused on raising awareness, promoting early detection, and supporting those affected by breast cancer. We urg...
Post a Comment
Read more