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One of Africa's most economically, politically and socially stable countries, Ghana is utilizing its strategic location and vast natural resources to drive impressive socioeconomic development in partnership with major international investors.
Rich in gold, cocoa and other natural resources, the country of 24 million people is known as West Africa's "Golden Gateway". The welcoming nation is enjoying solid growth that is attracting increasing numbers of foreign partners and helping the government achieve its goal of economic diversification.
In March, Ghana's parliament finally passed the much-anticipated Oil Revenue Management Bill that will determine how the government manages and invests substantial energy revenues to secure the country's future for generations to come.
Nation's port and harbor authority lifts tradeGhana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) is the national organization charged with overseeing all port planning, development, management and operations in the country.
Construction sector lays foundations for growthGhana is facing a sharp rise in demand for private and public housing, with the market failing to supply sufficient numbers of homes.