Ghana’s Transport Minister, Joseph Nikpe Bukari, is set to meet with leaders of the Ghana Union of Traders Association on Thursday, April 16, to address rising concerns over the implementation of the Publican AI port clearance system.
The meeting follows escalating tensions within the trading and logistics sector, after GUTA directed freight forwarders and clearing agents to begin a sit-down strike on April 13 in protest against the new platform.
Industry operators have raised concerns about the system’s rollout, citing a lack of adequate consultation and insufficient clarity on its impact on port operations and trade processes. GUTA’s Vice President, Joseph Paddy, indicated that the association has called for a temporary suspension of the system until further discussions are held with the government.
The Publican AI system, introduced to enhance efficiency and transparency in clearing goods at Ghana’s ports, continues to face resistance from key stakeholders who are demanding broader engagement before its full implementation.