Public sector organisations headquartered in Ghana (2026 list)

These public sector organizations in Ghana are primarily large institutions in healthcare, higher education, and government administration. Notable entities include the Ghana Health Service, which implements national health policies, and the University of Ghana, focused on human resource development through education and research. Other key organizations are the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, managing port operations, and the GHANA COCOA BOARD, supporting cocoa production and marketing. The Food and Drugs Authority regulates various products for consumer protection.

A significant pattern among these organizations is their primary location in Accra, the capital city. Many of these institutions were established in the mid-20th century, such as the University of Ghana (1948) and the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (1961), indicating a period of significant national development and institution-building.

#	Company	Industry	Headquarters	Employees	Founded
1	Ghana Health Service ghs.gov.gh The company is the Ghana Health Service, an autonomous agency responsible for implementing national health policies and providing comprehensive healthcare at various levels	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇭 Accra Ghana	22,727	1996
2	University of Ghana ug.edu.gh The company focuses on developing human resources and capabilities through quality education, research, and knowledge dissemination to address national and global challenges	Higher Education	🇬🇭 Accra	8,373	1948
3	University of Cape Coast ucc.edu.gh An equal opportunity university providing quality education through liberal and professional programmes, distance learning, and modern technologies to train professionals	Higher Education	🇬🇭 Cape Coast	5,734	1962
4	Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi knust.edu.gh A leading university in Ghana providing high-quality education in science and technology to support industrial and socio-economic development in Africa	Research Services	🇬🇭 Kumasi	5,578	1961
5	KOMFO ANOKYE TEACHING HOSPITAL kathhsp.org A major hospital in Ghana with 1500 beds offering primary and specialist medical and surgical services, including a polyclinic Visit wwwkathhsporg for more information	Medical Practices	🇬🇭 Kumasi	3,242	n/a
6	Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority ghanaports.gov.gh A logistics service provider managing and operating ports in collaboration with private service providers, offering efficient, customer-friendly, and competitive port facilities and services	Maritime Transportation	🇬🇭 Tema	2,926	n/a
7	Ghana Revenue Authority - official gra.gov.gh This company mobilizes revenue for national development through professional client services, promotion of compliance, and modern technology application	Government Administration	🇬🇭 Accra	2,636	2009
8	University for Development Studies uds.edu.gh An institution focused on integrating academia and community to address environmental and socio-economic challenges in Northern Ghana and rural areas nationwide	Higher Education	🇬🇭 Tamale	1,995	1992
9	University of Education, Winneba uew.edu.gh The institution offers a variety of education programs across multiple campuses, focusing on teacher training and specialized education in Ghana	Higher Education	🇬🇭 Winneba	1,897	1992
10	GHANA COCOA BOARD cocobod.gh The company supports the production, processing, and marketing of high-quality cocoa, coffee, and sheanut products with a focus on efficiency and cost-effectiveness	Farming	🇬🇭 Accra	1,489	n/a
11	Food and Drugs Authority,Ghana fdaghana.gov.gh Regulating food, drugs, cosmetics, and medical devices in Ghana under the Ministry of Health, ensuring standards, compliance, and consumer protection	Government Administration	🇬🇭 Accra	1,295	1997
12	SSNIT ssnit.org.gh This company administers Ghana's Basic National Social Security Pension Scheme, catering to the First Tier of the three-tier scheme	Insurance	🇬🇭 Accra	1,203	1965
13	University of Energy and Natural Resources uenr.edu.gh A public university in Ghana focusing on developing human resources and skills to tackle energy and natural resources challenges through research and outreach programs	Higher Education	🇬🇭 Sunyani	1,096	2011
14	University of Mines and Technology, Tarkwa umat.edu.gh The University of Mines and Technology provides higher education in mining, petroleum, technology, and related disciplines, promoting knowledge, excellence, and professional services	Higher Education	🇬🇭 Tarkwa	1,089	1952
15	Ghana Forestry Commission fcghana.org The organization is responsible for regulating, conserving, and managing forest and wildlife resources in Ghana, coordinating related policies, and overseeing various divisions	Government Administration	🇬🇭 Accra	996	n/a
16	Ghana National Petroleum Corporation gnpcghana.com This company in Ghana explores and produces hydrocarbons, with a focus on optimizing exploration and production through a diverse team of professionals	Oil and Gas	🇬🇭 Tema	985	1983
17	University of Health and Allied Sciences uhas.edu.gh A leading health research educational institution in Ghana focused on training healthcare practitioners through various undergraduate programs in different schools and institutes	Education Administration Programs	🇬🇭 Ho	982	2012
18	Kumasi Technical University kstu.edu.gh A technical university in Ghana offering higher education in engineering, applied arts, science, and technology, with a focus on entrepreneurial development	Higher Education	🇬🇭 Ashanti Region	911	1954
19	Koforidua Technical University ktu.edu.gh The company provides career-focused education and skilled manpower to support industrial growth	Higher Education	🇬🇭 Koforidua	885	1997
20	Takoradi Technical University ttu.edu.gh Specialized in providing high education in engineering, science, technology, technical and vocational training, and applied arts based on the Technical University Act, 2016	Higher Education	🇬🇭 Takoradi	884	1954
21	Ghana Atomic Energy Commission gaec.gov.gh The company promotes nuclear and biotechnological techniques for Ghana's economic and social advancement through research activities at its Institutes and Centres	Research Services	🇬🇭 Accra	858	1963
22	Ghana Standards Authority gsa.gov.gh An agency of government in Ghana that develops, publishes, and promotes standards, ensuring products are safe, reliable, and of good quality for local and export markets	Government Administration	🇬🇭 Accra	834	1967
23	Ghana Civil Aviation Authority gcaa.com.gh Regulatory agency overseeing air transport in Ghana, licensing operations, ensuring safety and security, providing navigation services, and promoting sector development	Airlines and Aviation	🇬🇭 Accra	828	1986
24	Tema Oil Refinery (TOR)tor.com.gh A leading refinery in Ghana with a capacity of 45,000 bpsd for crude oil and a RFCC unit producing high-value products	Oil and Gas	🇬🇭 Tema	827	1963
25	HO Teaching Hospital hth.gov.gh A public teaching hospital in Ghana offering specialized healthcare services, medical education, and research, with a focus on medical tourism	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇭 Ho	813	n/a
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26	Ghana Highway Authority highways.gov.gh A provider of safe road infrastructure services in Ghana, including engineering, management, maintenance, and operation of trunk roads and related facilities	Civil Engineering	🇬🇭 Greater Accra	803	1974
27	NATIONAL PETROLEUM AUTHORITY npa.gov.gh Regulating, overseeing, and monitoring the petroleum downstream industry in Ghana to ensure efficiency, growth, and stakeholder satisfaction through various functions and objectives	Oil and Gas	🇬🇭 Accra	783	2005
28	University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA)upsa.edu.gh Public university offering academic degrees and professional business education, specializing in accountancy and management training in Ghana.	Education Administration Programs	🇬🇭 Accra	774	n/a
29	Bank of Ghana bog.gov.gh The company contributes to promoting financial stability and maintaining a sound payment system to support overall economic health and prosperity	Government Administration	🇬🇭 Accra	772	1957
30	Tamale Teaching Hospital tth.gov.gh Delivering top-notch healthcare, medical education, and research services to the community in northern Ghana, focusing on excellence and quality	Hospitals and Health Care	🇬🇭 Tamale	767	n/a
31	Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR)noguchi.ug.edu.gh The Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research in Ghana conducts biomedical research, trains students, and supports public health initiatives	Research Services	🇬🇭 Accra	735	1979
32	AKENTEN APPIAH-MENKA UNIVERSITY OF SKILLS TRAINING AND ENTREPRENEURIAL DEVELOPMENT(AAMUSTED_GH)usted.edu.gh AAMUSTED provides teacher education in TVET, entrepreneurship, and technical skills to prepare students for the world of work and business creation	Higher Education	🇬🇭 Kumasi	704	2020
33	Ghana National Gas Company Limited ghanagas.com.gh Ghana Gas is a leading mid-stream gas business in Ghana, specializing in gathering, processing, transporting, and marketing natural gas resources both locally and internationally	Oil and Gas	🇬🇭 Accra	627	2011
34	Community Water and Sanitation Agency (CWSA)cwsa.gov.gh Delivering safe and sustainable water, sanitation, and hygiene services to rural communities and small towns in Ghana with a focus on efficiency	Utilities	🇬🇭 Accra	603	1998
35	University of Professional Studies, Accra upsa.edu.gh A progressive public institution in Ghana offering academic and professional higher education in Accountancy and Management, with accreditation from ACBSP	Higher Education	🇬🇭 Accra	579	n/a
36	Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ghana csir.org.gh A national institution in Ghana conducting scientific and technological research for national development, tracing back to the National Research Council	Research Services	🇬🇭 Accra	572	1959
37	Ghana Airports Company Limited gacl.com Established to manage and maintain airports in Ghana, with a mission to provide top-tier airport facilities and services for stakeholders Vision to become a leader in West Africa's airport business	Airlines and Aviation	🇬🇭 Accra	553	2007
38	National Communications Authority nca.org.gh Regulating and overseeing communication systems and services in Ghana, including licensing, ensuring fair competition, quality control, consumer education, and equipment standards enforcement	Telecommunications	🇬🇭 Accra	551	1996
39	Electricity Company of Ghana ecgonline.info The company aims to deliver high-quality, dependable, and safe electricity services to facilitate the socio-economic progress and advancement of Ghana	Computers and Electronics Manufacturing	🇬🇭 Accra	545	n/a
40	Quality Control Company Limited (COCOBOD)qccgh.com Ensuring compliance with international cocoa standards by maintaining high quality control for well-fermented, thoroughly dried, and adulteration-free cocoa beans in Ghana	Farming	🇬🇭 Accra	544	1947
41	Cocoa Health & Extension Division-CHED(COCOBOD),WESTERN NORTH cocobod.gh The company specializes in controlling cocoa diseases, rehabilitating unproductive farms, providing extension services, and promoting sustainable practices in the cocoa value chain	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇬🇭 Sefwi Wiawso	527	n/a
42	Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)gimpa.edu.gh An institution established in 1961 to develop public administration, provide civil servants with competence, and plan/administer national services	Higher Education	🇬🇭 Accra	470	n/a
43	Ghana Grid Company LTD.gridcogh.com An independent utility company in Ghana managing the National Interconnected Transmission System, separated from Volta River Authority as part of Power Sector Reforms	Government Administration	🇬🇭 Tema	435	2008
44	CSIR - Food Research Institute fri.csir.org.gh A research institute under CSIR in Ghana, originally established in 1963, focused on food research with support from UNDP and FAO	Research Services	🇬🇭 Accra	422	1963
45	Achimota School achimota.edu.gh Achimota School is a co-educational boarding school in Ghana, known for educating African leaders and promoting unity and harmony	Primary and Secondary Education	🇬🇭 Accra	418	1927
46	GIZ Ghana giz.de A provider of international cooperation services for sustainable development and international education, working with various sectors to promote sustainable development globally	International Trade and Development	🇬🇭 Accra	415	1975
47	Minerals Commission of Ghana mincom.gov.gh Responsible for regulating Ghana's mining industry, managing natural resources, and coordinating mining-related policies on behalf of the government	Government Administration	🇬🇭 Accra Cantoments	414	n/a
48	Ghana Tourism Authority visitghana.com Public agency regulating tourism in Ghana through marketing, licensing, research, and promotion Experience diverse culture, warmth, and rhythm in 'Amazing Ghana'	Travel Arrangements	🇬🇭 Accra	398	2011
49	University of Ghana Business School \| UGBS ugbs.ug.edu.gh A leading business school in the region, dedicated to developing top-quality human resources and capabilities for national and global challenges	Higher Education	🇬🇭 Accra	370	1960
50	Ghana Maritime Authority ghanamaritime.gov.gh Regulatory body overseeing boat operations, safety of navigation in Ghana, and enforcing the Ghana Shipping Act to ensure maritime safety and efficiency	Maritime Transportation	🇬🇭 Accra	364	n/a

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