Government Agencies
The security services, emergency response, environmental stewards and every statutory agency of the Republic — Ministers, Police, Armed Forces, Fire Service, NADMO, Forestry Commission and more.
Ministers
18 entitiesMinistry of Energy
The Ministry of Energy is a cabinet-level ministry of the Government of Ghana responsible for formulating and implementing national energy policy. It oversees the energy sector including electricity generation, petroleum resources, renewable energy development, and regulation of energy utilities. The ministry is headquartered in Accra and works closely with agencies such as the Energy Commission and Public Utilities Regulatory Commission.
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
Supports cocoa, poultry, staples, Planting for Food and Jobs.
Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources
Regulates mining, forestry and land administration.
Ministry of Roads and Highways
Plans and maintains Ghana's trunk road network.
Ministry of Trade and Industry
Drives industrialisation (1D1F) and AfCFTA secretariat coordination.
Ministry of the Interior
Responsible for internal security, immigration, prisons and national disaster response.
Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture
Promotes Ghana as a destination through 'Beyond the Return' and cultural festivals.
Ministry of Health
Oversees public health, hospitals and the National Health Insurance Scheme.
Ministry of Education
Sets policy for Ghana's free SHS programme and all levels of education.
Ministry of Finance
Manages the national budget, economic policy and public finances.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Regional Integration
Conducts Ghana's diplomatic relations and manages missions abroad.
Cabinet Minister — Education
Responsible for basic, secondary and tertiary education.
Cabinet Minister — Health
Oversees Ghana Health Service, NHIS and national health policy.
Cabinet Minister — Defence
Civilian oversight of the Ghana Armed Forces.
Cabinet Minister — Interior
Responsible for internal security, the Police and Immigration.
Cabinet Minister — Foreign Affairs
Holder of the Foreign Affairs & Regional Integration portfolio.
Cabinet Minister — Finance
Holder of the Finance portfolio in the Cabinet of Ghana.
Ministry for Foreign Affairs & Regional Integration
Oversees Ghana's missions and international relations.
Ghana Police Service
4 entitiesMotor Traffic & Transport Directorate (MTTD)
Police directorate enforcing road traffic regulations.
Criminal Investigations Department (CID)
The detective arm of the Ghana Police Service.
Inspector-General of Police
Head of the Ghana Police Service, appointed by the President.
Ghana Police Service
The civilian police service of Ghana — established 1894, headquartered at Police HQ, Accra.
Ghana Armed Forces
4 entitiesGhana Air Force
Aerial component of the Ghana Armed Forces.
Ghana Navy
Maritime component of the Ghana Armed Forces — Eastern & Western Naval Commands.
Ghana Armed Forces
The unified military forces of the Republic — Army, Navy and Air Force.
Ghana National Fire Service
2 entitiesNADMO
2 entitiesForestry Commission
3 entitiesTimber Industry Development Division
Regulates the timber industry and issues concessions under the Forestry Commission.
Wildlife Division
Arm of the Forestry Commission managing Ghana's national parks and wildlife reserves.
Forestry Commission of Ghana
Regulates and manages Ghana's forests, wildlife and timber resources.
Immigration & Borders
2 entitiesRevenue & Customs
1 entityEnvironment & Resources
3 entitiesMinerals Commission
Regulates Ghana's mining sector and issues mineral rights.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Regulator for environmental standards, impact assessments and pollution control.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Ghana
Regulator of environmental standards and sustainability in Ghana.
Independent Agencies
61 entities
NHIS
The National Health Insurance Scheme is a government agency that provides health insurance to Ghanaians. It is mentioned in the context of medical coding and claims specialist jobs. The scheme is a key part of Ghana's healthcare system.
Ghana Grid Company Limited
The Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) is a state-owned company responsible for the transmission of electricity in Ghana. It carries out emergency repairs on damaged transmission towers to ensure a stable power supply. GRIDCo plays a crucial role in Ghana's energy sector.
National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO)
The National Food Buffer Stock Company is a Ghanaian government agency responsible for implementing the National Food Security Reserve Programme. NAFCO aims to boost food reserves in the country. The company has been expanding its warehouses across regions, including the Northern Region.
SSNIT
The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) is a Ghanaian government agency responsible for managing the national pension scheme. It pays out benefits to retirees and has raised the minimum monthly pension to GH¢396.58. SSNIT operates across Ghana, including in Central Ghana, to provide social security services to citizens.
Prof. Ransford Gyampo
Prof. Ransford Gyampo is the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers' Authority. He has been critical of the New Patriotic Party's planned demonstration, describing it as a face-saving strategy. He is also a professor and has been involved in various public discussions on governance and politics.
Ghana Airports Company Limited
The Ghana Airports Company Limited is a Ghanaian state-owned company that operates and manages the country's airports. It has been in the news for dismissing car park workers for begging passengers for money. The company is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of Ghana's airports.
Atwima Nwabiagya Municipal Assembly
The administrative headquarters of the Atwima Nwabiagya Municipal Assembly, one of the local government authorities in the Ashanti Region. The municipal capital is Nkawie, which serves as the seat of local administration for the area. The assembly is responsible for local governance, development planning, and service delivery across the municipality.
Hohoe Municipal Assembly
Hohoe Municipal Assembly is the local government authority for the Hohoe Municipality in the Volta Region of Ghana. The Assembly is responsible for the overall development of the municipality including infrastructure, education, health, sanitation and revenue mobilization. The administrative center is located in Hohoe town, which serves as the municipal capital.
Western North Regional Coordinating Council
The Western North Regional Coordinating Council is the administrative headquarters of the Western North Region of Ghana, one of the newest regions created in 2019. The Council coordinates the activities of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies in the region and serves as the link between the national government and local government units. It is headed by the Regional Minister and supports regional development planning and implementation.
Eastern Regional Coordinating Council
The Eastern Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) is the administrative body responsible for coordinating and monitoring development activities across the Eastern Region of Ghana. The RCC is headed by the Regional Minister and serves as the regional representation of central government, working with Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to implement national policies and oversee regional development. The office is located in Koforidua, the regional capital.
Volta River Authority (Oti Regional Office)
The Volta River Authority regional office serving the Oti Region of Ghana. VRA is the state-owned electricity company responsible for power generation and supply across Ghana, with operational offices in all regions. The Oti office coordinates electricity infrastructure, maintenance and customer service for communities across the region.
West Mamprusi Municipal Assembly
The West Mamprusi Municipal Assembly is the local government authority for the West Mamprusi Municipal District in the North East Region of Ghana. It is responsible for local administration, development planning, revenue mobilization, and service delivery within the municipality. The Assembly's administrative offices are located in Walewale, the municipal capital.
Bolgatanga Regional Library
The Bolgatanga Regional Library is a public library facility operated by the Ghana Library Authority in the Upper East Regional capital. It serves as a regional knowledge hub providing books, reference materials, reading spaces, and educational resources to students, researchers, and the general public in Bolgatanga and surrounding communities.
Tono Dam and Irrigation Project
The Tono Dam and Irrigation Project is a large-scale government-operated irrigation scheme located near Navrongo in the Upper East Region of Ghana. Constructed in the 1970s with assistance from Taiwan, it is one of Ghana's major irrigation projects, supporting rice and vegetable cultivation across approximately 2,490 hectares and serving as a critical water resource for agriculture and local communities in the region.
Sunyani Municipal Assembly
Sunyani Municipal Assembly is the local government authority responsible for the administration of the Sunyani Municipality in the Bono Region of Ghana. The Assembly provides essential public services, implements development projects, and manages local governance in the municipal capital. It operates under Ghana's decentralized local government system to deliver services and promote socio-economic development.
Ahafo Regional Coordinating Council
The Ahafo Regional Coordinating Council is the administrative headquarters of the Ahafo Region, one of Ghana's sixteen regions created in 2019. It coordinates development planning, administration, and the activities of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies within the Ahafo Region. The council is headed by the Regional Minister appointed by the President of Ghana.
Takoradi Harbour (Port of Takoradi)
The Port of Takoradi is Ghana's first deep-water seaport, officially opened in 1928. Located in the Western Region, it serves as a critical gateway for the country's cocoa, manganese, and bauxite exports, as well as general cargo and containerized goods. The port is managed by the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA).
Dambai Regional Coordinating Council
Dambai serves as the administrative capital of the Oti Region of Ghana. The Regional Coordinating Council offices in Dambai house the Regional Minister and administrative staff who coordinate government activities across the region. The town became the regional capital when Oti Region was created in 2019 as part of Ghana's decentralization policy.
Bolgatanga Municipal Assembly
The Bolgatanga Municipal Assembly is the local government authority responsible for administering the Bolgatanga Municipality in the Upper East Region of Ghana. The Assembly provides municipal services, implements development projects, and coordinates local governance in the regional capital. It operates under Ghana's decentralized local government system.
Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly
The Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly (STMA) is the local government authority responsible for administering the Sekondi-Takoradi metropolis in the Western Region of Ghana. It provides municipal services, urban planning, revenue collection, and development projects for the twin-city capital. The Assembly operates under Ghana's decentralized local government system.
Western Regional Coordinating Council
The Western Regional Coordinating Council is the administrative body responsible for coordinating development activities and government programs across the Western Region of Ghana. It serves as the secretariat for the Regional Coordinating Director and supports the Regional Minister in executing central government policies and local development initiatives. The Council coordinates Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) within the Western Region.
Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana (CRIG)
The Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana (CRIG) is a leading agricultural research institution under the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD). Established in 1938 and headquartered in Tafo in the Eastern Region, CRIG conducts research on cocoa, coffee, and sheanut production to improve yields, disease resistance, and farmer incomes. It plays a critical role in sustaining Ghana's position as a major cocoa producer.
Kotoka International Airport
Kotoka International Airport (IATA: ACC) is Ghana's premier international airport and the main air gateway to the country, located in Accra. Named after Lieutenant General Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka, the airport handles the majority of Ghana's international passenger and cargo traffic. It is managed by Ghana Airports Company Limited and serves as a hub for domestic and regional flights across West Africa.
Savannah Regional Coordinating Council
The Savannah Regional Coordinating Council is the administrative body responsible for coordinating development activities and inter-district cooperation in the Savannah Region of Ghana. Based in Damongo, the regional capital, it serves as the regional secretariat under the Ministry of Local Government, Decentralisation and Rural Development. The Council facilitates policy implementation, resource allocation, and harmonises the work of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies within the region.
Ghana National Gas Company
Ghana National Gas Company Limited (Ghana Gas) is a state-owned enterprise established in July 2011 to build, own, and operate infrastructure to gather, process, transport, and market natural gas resources within Ghana. The company operates key gas processing facilities including the Atuabo Gas Processing Plant in the Western Region, which processes associated gas from Ghana's offshore oil fields for industrial, commercial, and residential use.
Bui Power Authority
Bui Power Authority is a state-owned enterprise responsible for operating and maintaining the 400MW Bui Hydroelectric Power Station on the Black Volta River. The Authority is headquartered in the North East Region and plays a critical role in Ghana's renewable energy generation and national power supply.
Bost Oil Company Limited (BOST)
Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company Limited (BOST) is Ghana's state-owned petroleum storage and pipeline enterprise. Headquartered in Accra with major depots across the country including the North East Region, BOST provides strategic petroleum storage, transportation and distribution infrastructure for the nation's energy security.
Tano North District Assembly
Tano North District Assembly is the local government authority for the Tano North District in the Ahafo Region of Ghana. The Assembly is headquartered in Yamfo and is responsible for the administration, development planning, and delivery of public services within the district. It operates under Ghana's decentralized local government system to promote grassroots governance and community development.
Bono East Regional Coordinating Council
The Bono East Regional Coordinating Council is the administrative headquarters of the Bono East Region of Ghana, located in Techiman. It coordinates the activities of all Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) in the region and serves as the secretariat to the Regional Coordinating Director and the Regional Minister. The council oversees regional development planning, inter-district coordination, and the implementation of national policies at the regional level.
Bono Regional Coordinating Council
The Bono Regional Coordinating Council serves as the administrative arm of the Bono Region, coordinating the implementation of government policies and development programs. Headed by the Regional Minister, the Council oversees the activities of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) within the Bono Region. The office is responsible for regional development planning, inter-district coordination, and liaising between local government structures and the central government.
Ghana Atomic Energy Commission
The Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC) is a statutory agency under the Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation. It is responsible for the development and application of nuclear science and technology for national development, including research, training, and regulation of nuclear activities. The Commission's headquarters and main research facilities are located at Kwabenya, near the University of Ghana campus in the Greater Accra Region.
Tano South District Assembly
Tano South District Assembly is the local government authority for the Tano South District in the Ahafo Region of Ghana. The district capital and assembly offices are located in Bechem. The Assembly is responsible for local governance, development planning, revenue mobilization, and service delivery within the district.
Techiman Municipal Assembly
Techiman Municipal Assembly is the local government authority responsible for the administration of the Techiman Municipality in the Bono East Region of Ghana. The Assembly oversees development planning, revenue mobilization, basic service delivery, and local governance within the municipality. It serves as the main coordinating body for implementing national policies and programs at the local level.
Ho Civic Centre
Ho Civic Centre is a government facility located in Ho, the capital of the Volta Region. It serves as a venue for official state functions, public gatherings, community events, and administrative meetings. The centre plays a key role in facilitating civic engagement and regional development activities.
Western Naval Command
Western Naval Command is a principal operational command of the Ghana Navy, headquartered in Sekondi-Takoradi in the Western Region. The command is responsible for maritime security, port protection, and naval operations along Ghana's western coastline, including the strategic harbor area. It operates as part of the Ghana Armed Forces under the Ministry of Defence.
Sekondi Naval Base
Sekondi Naval Base is the headquarters of the Ghana Navy's Western Naval Command, located in Sekondi-Takoradi. The base houses critical naval infrastructure including docking facilities, training centers, and operational units responsible for maritime security along Ghana's western coast. It plays a key role in Ghana's maritime defense, anti-piracy operations, and protection of offshore oil installations.
Takoradi Harbour
Takoradi Harbour, commissioned in 1928, is Ghana's first deepwater seaport and one of the country's two main seaports alongside Tema. Located in Sekondi-Takoradi, it serves as a vital gateway for imports and exports, particularly cocoa, timber, and manganese, and is managed by the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA). The port has undergone significant expansion and modernization over the decades to support Ghana's maritime trade and offshore oil and gas industry.
Volta River Authority (VRA) - Dambai Office
The Volta River Authority operates a regional office in Dambai, Oti Region, to manage hydroelectric operations and community relations in the area. VRA is Ghana's largest electricity generator and manages the Volta Lake, which extends significantly into Oti Region. The Dambai office serves as a key operational hub for the authority's activities in the northern Volta Basin.
Volta River Authority – Kpando Office
The Volta River Authority (VRA) maintains a regional office in Kpando, Oti Region, serving communities in the northern Volta basin. VRA is Ghana's leading power generation utility, responsible for the Akosombo and Bui hydroelectric dams. The Kpando office coordinates power distribution, community relations, and environmental management in the Oti Region.
Savannah Farmers Day Secretariat
The Savannah Farmers Day Secretariat coordinates agricultural development programs and the annual National Farmers Day celebrations in the Savannah Region. It works to promote agricultural productivity and recognize outstanding farmers in the region. The secretariat operates under the Ministry of Food and Agriculture's regional framework.
Volta Regional Coordinating Council
The Volta Regional Coordinating Council is the administrative body that coordinates development activities and provides administrative support to the Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies in the Volta Region of Ghana. It is headquartered in Ho and serves as the regional-level government structure responsible for policy implementation and inter-district coordination.
Sefwi Wiawso Municipal Assembly
The Sefwi Wiawso Municipal Assembly is a local government authority in the Western North Region of Ghana. It is responsible for the administration and development of the Sefwi Wiawso Municipality, with its administrative capital located in Sefwi Wiawso town.
Eastern Regional Office of Ghana Cocoa Board
The Ghana Cocoa Board is a Ghanaian government agency that oversees the cocoa industry in Ghana. The Eastern Regional Office is one of the regional offices of the Ghana Cocoa Board. It is responsible for the administration and regulation of cocoa production in the Eastern Region of Ghana.
Wa Municipal Assembly
Wa Municipal Assembly is the local government authority for the Wa Municipal District in the Upper West Region of Ghana. It is responsible for the administration, development planning, and delivery of public services within the Wa Municipality. The assembly operates under Ghana's decentralized local government system.
Goaso Municipal Assembly
Goaso Municipal Assembly is the local government authority for the Goaso Municipality in the Ahafo Region of Ghana. The Assembly is responsible for the overall development of the municipality, including planning, implementation of policies, provision of basic services, and revenue mobilization. The administrative offices coordinate various departments and provide public services to residents of Goaso and surrounding communities.
Ghana Water Company Limited - Northeast Regional Office
The Ghana Water Company Limited is a state-owned utility company responsible for providing potable water in Ghana. The Northeast Regional Office is located in Nalerigu, the capital of the North East Region. The company is responsible for managing and maintaining water supply systems in the region.
Eastern Regional Office of the Ghana Cocoa Board
The Ghana Cocoa Board is a government agency that oversees the cocoa industry in Ghana. The Eastern Regional Office is responsible for the administration of cocoa-related activities in the Eastern Region. It plays a crucial role in the development of the cocoa industry in the region.
Volta River Authority - Oti Office
The Volta River Authority (VRA) maintains a regional office in the Oti Region to oversee power generation and distribution activities in the area. The VRA is Ghana's largest power generation utility company and operates offices across various regions. The Oti office coordinates electricity supply and infrastructure projects within the region.
Bawku Municipal Assembly
The Bawku Municipal Assembly is the local government authority responsible for the administration and development of the Bawku Municipality in the Upper East Region. It oversees local governance, infrastructure development, and service delivery to residents of Bawku and surrounding communities.
Savanna Agricultural Research Institute
The Savanna Agricultural Research Institute is a research institute located in Nyankpala, Northern Region of Ghana. It is one of the 13 research institutes of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research. The institute conducts research on crops and livestock to improve agricultural productivity in the savanna zone of Ghana.
Savannah Accelerated Development Authority
SADA is a Ghanaian government agency established to accelerate development in the Savannah, Northern, North East, Upper East, and Upper West regions. The authority is headquartered in Tamale and focuses on poverty reduction, infrastructure development, and economic transformation in Ghana's northern regions.
Savannah Agricultural Research Institute (SARI)
SARI is a research institute under the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) of Ghana, focused on agricultural research and development in the savannah ecological zones. The institute conducts research on crops, livestock, and sustainable farming practices to improve agricultural productivity in northern Ghana.
Volta River Authority
The Volta River Authority (VRA) is Ghana's premier power generation utility company, established in 1961 under the Volta River Development Act. Headquartered in Akosombo in the Volta Region, VRA operates the Akosombo and Kpong hydroelectric dams and plays a critical role in Ghana's electricity supply and energy infrastructure development.
Savannah Accelerated Development Authority (SADA)
The Savannah Accelerated Development Authority is a government agency established to accelerate development in the Northern Savannah Ecological Zone of Ghana. SADA was created by an Act of Parliament (Act 805) in 2010 to address the development gap between northern and southern Ghana through coordinated interventions in agriculture, infrastructure, and social services.
Public Procurement Authority (PPA)
Regulates public sector procurement across Ghana.
National Communications Authority (NCA)
Regulator of Ghana's telecoms and broadcasting sectors.
National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA)
Regulator of Ghana's three-tier pension scheme.
Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA)
Regulates and promotes tourism; led the 'Beyond the Return' programme.
National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA)
Administers Ghana's National Health Insurance Scheme.
Electoral Commission of Ghana
Independent constitutional body conducting national elections.
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA)
Vehicle registration and driving licences.
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