The Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA) has given the public assurance that work on the Boankra Inland Port in the Ashanti Region will be completed, despite some challenges.

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The Chief Executive Officer of the GSA, Professor Ransford Gyampo, said the government is determined to finish the project because it will help transport goods more easily to northern Ghana and even to neighbouring West African countries.

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The Boankra Inland Port, also known as the Boankra Integrated Logistics Terminal (BILT), is being built by local company Justmoh Construction Limited. It’s meant to reduce pressure at the Tema Port and make it easier for importers and exporters to handle cargo. The port will also offer storage space, customs services, and other logistics support all in one place.

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Professor Gyampo visited the site recently and said he was happy with the progress made so far. He added that the government is ready to fix any problems that come up so the project is completed on time.

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He also called on Ghanaians and leaders to treat big projects like this as national projects, not political ones, so they’re not abandoned when governments change.

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Once finished, the port is expected to create jobs, boost trade, and improve the economy of nearby communities.

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Justmoh Construction’s CEO, Dr. Justice Amoh, said the main challenge slowing the work is delays in funding. He asked for quicker release of money to help them finish the job.

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The project consultant, Dr. J.B. Koranteng-Yorke, said the first phase of the project is almost done. However, more facilities need to be added to meet global standards.

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