The government is set to declare Tema and Takoradi ports as 24-hour operational hubs following the official rollout of the national 24-hour economy initiative on July 1, 2025.
President John Dramani Mahama announced during his address at the ongoing Ghana Horticulture Expo on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, highlighting the pivotal role of logistics and exports in Ghana’s economic transformation.
“We are also implementing a game-changing strategy, which is the 24-hour economy, to unlock Ghana’s production potential across all sectors,” the President said.
“I am pleased to announce that from July 1, the 24-hour Economy policy will be ready to go into operation.”
According to President Mahama, the policy aims to boost productivity and revenue generation by promoting continuous economic activity, particularly in sectors like agribusiness and exports.
He noted that the initiative will significantly benefit the horticulture industry by enhancing the speed and efficiency of moving perishable goods such as pineapples, vegetables, and herbs from farms to international markets.
“This policy will provide the framework for continued production, processing, and logistics in horticulture,” he explained. “It allows perishable goods to move swiftly from the field to international shelves, thereby minimising losses and maximising value.”
He further disclosed that the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Agri-business, and the Ministry of Transport are collaborating with key agencies such as the Ghana Revenue Authority, the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, and the Ghana Shippers’ Council to operationalise 24-hour services at Tema and Takoradi ports.
