Ghana’s non-traditional exports reached $3.28 billion in 2025, reflecting strong growth in cocoa processing and value-added production, according to the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA).
The figure represents a 53% increase from $1.59 billion recorded in 2024, highlighting a shift in the country’s export structure from raw materials to processed goods.
GEPA said the top ten export products accounted for 65.48% of total earnings, signalling increased concentration in high-performing sectors.
Cocoa processing remained the main driver of export growth, with cocoa paste generating $789.3 million in 2025, a 70.97% increase year-on-year.
Cocoa butter exports rose by 120.18% to about $469 million, while cocoa powder increased by 112.97% to approximately $173 million.
Overall, the cocoa sector generated about $3.69 billion, reinforcing its role as a key pillar of Ghana’s value-added export strategy.
Other agricultural exports also contributed to the growth. Cashew nuts brought in about $219 million, while shea products performed strongly, with shea nuts and shea oil generating $131 million and $129 million respectively.
Manufactured goods also recorded gains, including plastics at $203 million, aluminium products at $121 million, and canned tuna at $157 million.
GEPA said processed and semi-processed goods accounted for more than 83% of total non-traditional export earnings.
However, iron and steel exports declined slightly to about $233 million due to global market pressures.
In terms of destinations, Europe remained Ghana’s largest export market, with the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and France leading demand.
Regional trade within the Economic Community of West African States also expanded, accounting for 30.36% of total export earnings.
GEPA Chief Executive Francis Kojo Kwarteng Arthur said the figures demonstrate Ghana’s growing competitiveness, particularly within African markets.
The data was presented at the launch of the 2025 Non-Traditional Export Statistics Report on 17 April 2026.
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