Ghana’s trade performance hit a new high in 2025, with the country recording a trade surplus of GH¢148.3 billion (US$11.5 billion), more than three times what was recorded in 2024, the Ghana Statistical Service has announced.
According to the 2025 Annual International Merchandise Trade Statistics Report released by Government Statistician, Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu, Ghana traded GH¢654.7 billion (US$52.5 billion) with the rest of the world last year.
The report shows that exports totaled GH¢401.5 billion (US$32.0 billion), significantly outpacing imports of GH¢253.2 billion (US$20.5 billion).
“The distance between exports and imports gave us a trade surplus of GH¢148.3 billion. This is more than three times the surplus recorded in 2024,” Dr. Iddrisu stated.
The GSS says additional “quote cards” will unpack the details — including where gold sits in the export basket, Ghana’s top trading partners, growth in intra-African trade, and trends in food imports.
Dr. Iddrisu dedicated the report to businesses, policymakers and investors who rely on trade data to plan and invest.
“To everyone who relies on trade data to plan, invest, and decide, this is for you. And to the hardworking staff of the Ghana Statistical Service and our partners at GRA Customs: thank you for the work behind these figures,” he said.
He added: “Reliable data. Better decisions. A stronger Ghana.”
What It Means:
A surplus of this scale signals stronger foreign exchange inflows and improved external balances. Economists say it reflects strong export performance, likely driven by gold, cocoa and oil, and more disciplined import demand.
The full report with breakdowns by commodity, country and region is expected to be published on the GSS website.
