The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) has announced that over six private investors have shown interest in collaborating with the government to construct and operationalize the Keta Port in the Volta Region.
GPHA’s Director-General, Michael Luguje, stated that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is preparing an environmental and social impact assessment report, which will be presented to potential investors as part of the port development process.
President Akufo-Addo officially designated Keta as the site for the port in October 2018, under an Executive Instrument (EI), placing it under GPHA’s management. However, local residents have expressed frustration over the delayed construction.
In a recent interview, Mr. Luguje noted that while formal proposals from investors are yet to be received, the government has already begun engaging potential partners.
He mentioned that more than six companies, both local and international, have expressed interest in the project.
These investors are waiting for the environmental and social impact assessment report to finalize and submit their proposals.
Mr. Luguje expressed hope that the EPA report would be released within the next month or two, allowing investors to refine their proposals and move forward with plans to build and operate the Port of Keta.
