The Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation Minister, Samuel Nartey George, has revealed plans to strengthen the logistics infrastructure that supports domestic and cross-border trade, particularly for small businesses aiming to expand beyond Ghana’s borders.
Speaking at the ministry’s first-quarter media briefing in Accra, the sector minister announced reforms that target revitalising Ghana Post and digitising national logistics systems to enhance delivery efficiency and competitiveness.
“Plans are underway to strengthen the backbone of domestic and cross-border trade logistics, especially for small businesses across the country looking to expand beyond national borders,” he stated.
To this end, a three-pronged strategy is being implemented to reposition Ghana Post as a modern and competitive player in the trade logistics ecosystem. First, updating existing infrastructure and information systems to reflect technological advancements and ensure resilience against cybersecurity threats.
Second, modernising logistics systems to guarantee faster and more reliable delivery across all regions; and third, expanding service offerings to include e-commerce support, secure parcel handling and access to critical public services.
“These reforms will transform Ghana Post into a vital enabler of e-commerce, cross-border trade and citizen access to essential government services, laying the foundation for a more connected and efficient national economy,” Nartey George notes.
This comes as the country ramps up efforts to integrate digital tools into trade facilitation, ensuring that local businesses can benefit from economic opportunities presented by the continental free trade pact.
This logistics upgrade is part of a broader digital transformation agenda led by the ministry, which also includes rolling out the One Million Coders Programme, internet affordability initiatives and a review of outdated communications laws to align with modern realities.
