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May 31, 2026
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Takoradi Port to serve as main corridor for cargo going to Sahel region –Finance Minister
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Key Points
- * Ghana plans to declare Takoradi Port as the primary port for the Sahel region, serving landlocked countries like Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali.
- * The initiative aims to protect Ghana's road network from damage caused by heavy-duty vehicles transporting goods.
- * Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson announced ongoing discussions with landlocked neighbors regarding this plan.
- * A major long-term intervention involves building a capital-intensive railway line from Takoradi to Hamile to facilitate cargo transport to the northern parts of Ghana and the Sahel.
- * This project is expected to safeguard road investments, eliminate overloading, and serve the country's economy better in the long run.
Why This Matters
This initiative is crucial for Ghana as it aims to reposition the Takoradi Port as a major regional trade hub, significantly boosting the country's logistical and economic importance in West Africa. By investing in a new railway infrastructure and diverting heavy cargo, Ghana seeks to protect its national road network, reduce maintenance costs, and foster sustainable economic growth through improved trade efficiency and regional integration.
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Biometric verification now mandatory, photocopying or visual inspection of Ghana Card for transactions illegal
- Photocopying or visually inspecting the Ghana Card for transactions is now an offense.
- Biometric verification using the Ghana Card is now mandatory for all transactions.
- Organizations failing to comply face fines of 500-2,000 penalty units, while individuals face 50-500 units.
- This new legal regime follows an amendment to the National Identity Register Regulations (LI 2111), gazetted on July 15, 2026.
- Institutions are urged to integrate with the NIA's biometric verification platform by emailing idverification@nia.gov.gh.