Accra: President of the Traders Advocacy Group Ghana (TAGG), David Amoateng, has voiced strong opposition to the recent rise in administrative charges at Ghana's ports, asserting that traders can no longer tolerate what he describes as excessive and unjustifiable fees.
According to Ghana Web, Amoateng addressed the press on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, highlighting the financial strain the increased port charges impose on businesses, which he warns will eventually be borne by consumers. He called on the government, the Ministry of Transport, the Ghana Shippers Authority, shipping lines, and all relevant port regulatory bodies to address the issue.
Amoateng reiterated that the traders are unwilling to continue accepting these burdensome charges, which he believes unjustly impact both businesses and the public. During his address, he acknowledged the government's efforts to stabilize the cedi and the foreign exchange market but stressed that these actions alone are insufficient to reduce the overall cost of doing business in the country.
He expressed surprise over the administrative charge hike from GHS550 to GHS720, a decision made without what he deemed adequate consultation with stakeholders, thus adding an unwanted financial burden on Ghanaian businesses and consumers. Amoateng emphasized that the increased costs would inevitably be transferred to the ordinary Ghanaian consumer, urging immediate intervention to alleviate the financial strain.