The million-dollar problem offshore: Why domestic cement makers are adding GH¢12 to every bag
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The million-dollar problem offshore: Why domestic cement makers are adding GH¢12 to every bag

Kofi AMOATENG
Published September 2, 20263 min read

A growing operational challenge at Tema Port is putting significant pressure on domestic cement manufacturers, with industry players preparing to introduce a temporary surcharge of about GH¢12 per bag to recover mounting costs associated with prolonged delays in clearing imported clinker.

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