There are several legal requirements for every business registration in Ghana. The legal requirements mean any statute, code, law, rule, regulation, order or other requirements...

The best type of business to register depends on several factors. These factors include the nationality of the investor or entrepreneur, the nature of the business or activity...

Early in my career, I was asked to draft a shareholders' agreement for a company which was yet to be incorporated.

Have you ever wondered how foreign companies are able to operate in Ghana.

Adoption of environmental, social and governance criteria is increasing throughout the world and helping spur an increase in capital expenditures for ESG compliant projects.

The director of a company is a person that is charged with the responsibilities of managing the business of a company.

The first step in starting a business in Ghana is to legally register the business entity at the Registrar General's Department (RGD).

The Banks and Specialised Deposit -Taking Act, 2016 (Act 930) regulates the establishment and operation of banks and specialized deposit taking institutions in Ghana.

In Côte d'Ivoire, the process of registering a business has become more efficient and accessible as a result of the introduction of online platforms...

For those eyeing stable political environments in West Africa for business, Ghana emerges as a top contender.

Annual General Meeting (AGM) facilitates communication between a company's shareholders and its management. It ensures transparency, accountability, and compliance...

To operate a hotel in Ghana, there are registration and permit requirements one needs to meet before commencing operations.

It is a well-established principle that a company, non-natural person, acts through its officers to achieve its goals and objectives.

The role of a company secretary has evolved significantly over time.

Ghana's Bank of Ghana and Financial Intelligence Centre have jointly issued new Guidelines on Fit and Proper Persons for Accountable Institutions in 2026, significantly expanding regulatory oversight beyond the 2019 framework. How do these enhanced requirements for financial integrity, beneficial ownership verification, and third-party service provider assessments reshape governance obligations for all BoG-licensed financial institutions?

Figuring out how to set up a supermarket may be a daunting task considering the compliances involved to enable one to operate legally in Ghana.

Ghana is globally recognized for its strong reputation, particularly as the headquarters of the African Continental Free Trade Area, offering significant opportunities for businesses to access the vast African market.

Starting a business in Ghana as a Company Limited by Shares is the commonest and flexible legal structure available to both local and foreign investors.

Starting a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) or not-for-profit company in Ghana involves registration as a Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) under the Companies Act, 2019 (Act 992).

Starting a business in Ghana involves several steps and adherence to legal procedures.