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Ghana’s top 10 Non-Traditional Exports skyrocket to $3.28bn
April 19, 2026
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Ghana’s top 10 Non-Traditional Exports skyrocket to $3.28bn

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Key Points

  • Ghana's Non-Traditional Exports (NTEs) reached a historic $3.28 billion in 2025, marking a 53% increase over the previous year.
  • The top 10 NTE products now account for 65.48% of total NTE earnings, with an average of $327.86 million per product.
  • Cocoa processing products, particularly Cocoa Paste ($789.3 million) and Cocoa Butter (120.18% growth), were the primary drivers of this export explosion.
  • Shea Nuts (116.51% growth) and Cashew Nuts (10.15% growth) also made significant contributions from the agricultural sector.
  • Industrial products like Articles of Plastics, Canned Tuna, and Aluminium Products showed strong gains, though Iron and Steel products experienced a minor decline.

Why This Matters

This article highlights Ghana's successful economic transformation, moving away from raw material exports towards higher-value, processed products. This strategy is crucial for insulating the economy from volatile commodity prices, boosting industrial capacity, and generating substantial foreign exchange, thereby strengthening Ghana's position in global trade and fostering sustainable development.

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