Ghana

7.9 - Perishable goods

Articles	7.9.1 (a), (b) – 7.9.2 – 7.9.3 – 7.9.4 View measure text
Indicative date of implementation	22 February 2022
Definitive date of implementation	22 March 2025
Extension of time	Request received 23 May 2022 Original definitive date 22 September 2023 New date requested 22 March 2025 Date approved 22 March 2025 Reason Additional time is needed to secure the following: Support for development of a policy framework and procedures for Customs and other regulatory agencies. Support for procurement of standardized storage infrastructure and equipment to monitor perishables and ensure temperature regulations. Committee approval: Approved Link to notification G/TFA/N/GHA/1/Add.2
Assistance required for implementation	Support for development of a policy framework and procedures for Customs and other regulatory agencies and stakeholders likewise support for procurement of standard scanners to meet international standards Support for procurement of standardized ICT infrastructure and equipment to monitor perishables and ensure temperature regulations Support for development of simplified export procedures and associated training and sensitization programmes for officers and stakeholders Tags: Information and communication technologies (ICT), Legislative and regulatory framework, Infrastructure and equipment, Human resources and training
Donor / Agency	United States Agency for International Development
Progress reported	14 October 2024 — G/TFA/N/GHA/4 With the support of USADI work continues through the NTFC Technical Working to develop a standardized SOPs for multi-agency treatment of perishable goods. This work includes the alignment of working hours and improvement of joint inspection processes and procedures. It is anticipated that this work will be completed by end quarter 2025.

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