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Ghana’s Gold Exports Surge Amid Declines in Crude Oil, Cocoa, and Timber

June 6, 2024
Stephen M.Cby Stephen M.C
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Ghana's Gold Exports Surge Amid Declines in Crude Oil, Cocoa, and TimberGhana's Gold Exports Surge Amid Declines in Crude Oil, Cocoa, and Timber

In 2023, Ghana witnessed a remarkable surge in its gold exports, which climbed to $7.60 billion, reflecting a 15% increase from the previous year, the Bank of Ghana has disclosed.

This substantial growth was underpinned by a 9.2% rise in export volume and a 5.4% uptick in the average price, which reached $1,843.13 per fine ounce.

Enhanced gold production played a pivotal role in this achievement, particularly through the expansion of the Newmont Ahafo Mine, the resumption of operations at Anglogold Ashanti’s Obuasi Mine, and heightened output from small-scale miners, as detailed in the Bank of Ghana’s 2024 Annual Report.

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Conversely, Ghana’s crude oil sector faced a significant downturn. Earnings from crude oil exports plummeted by 29.3%, dropping to $3.84 billion from $5.43 billion in 2022. This sharp decline was driven by a 13.4% reduction in export volumes, which fell to 46.9 million barrels, coupled with an 18.4% decrease in the average price per barrel, which stood at $81.78. The reduced production from the Jubilee and TEN fields was a major factor contributing to the decline in export volumes.

The cocoa industry, another cornerstone of Ghana’s economy, also experienced a downturn. Total earnings from cocoa exports decreased by 8.4% to $2.12 billion. Specifically, the value of cocoa beans exports slipped slightly by 1.1% to $1.31 billion, influenced by a minor 0.2% price drop and a 0.9% decline in export volumes, which concluded the year at $2,465.47 per tonne and 533,056.34 tonnes respectively.

While the average price for cocoa products rose by 7.1% to $3,289.39 per tonne, the volume significantly dropped by 23.8% to 240,896.35 tonnes, leading to an 18.4% fall in earnings to $792.40 million.

Timber exports also faced challenges, with receipts falling by 11.7% to $142.55 million by the end of 2023. This reduction was primarily due to a 15.5% drop in volume to 290,306.26 cubic meters. Despite the overall decline, the average price per cubic meter of timber saw a modest increase from $469.99 in 2022 to $491.02 in 2023.

Analysis and Implications

The mixed performance across these key sectors highlights the complexities of Ghana’s export landscape. The gold sector’s strong performance was a silver lining amid the declines in crude oil, cocoa, and timber exports.

The expansion of mining activities and the revival of previously halted operations were critical to the growth in gold exports. These efforts underscored the potential for strategic investments and operational enhancements to drive economic growth.

On the other hand, the significant drop in crude oil revenues posed challenges for Ghana’s economy. The reduction in export volumes and the sharp decline in prices per barrel underscored the vulnerabilities of relying on a single commodity’s fluctuating market conditions. The lower output from key fields like Jubilee and TEN further exacerbated the situation, highlighting the need for diversification and resilience-building within the sector.

Cocoa, traditionally one of Ghana’s economic staples, also faced headwinds. The slight decline in cocoa beans export value and the significant drop in cocoa products’ volume and earnings highlighted the sector’s susceptibility to both market and production variabilities.

The minor price drop for cocoa beans and the significant volume reduction in cocoa products emphasized the need for strategies to enhance productivity and stabilize prices to safeguard earnings.

Timber exports’ decline, marked by reduced volumes, pointed to challenges in the forestry sector. While the average price per cubic meter increased, the overall reduction in export receipts suggested a need for sustainable forestry practices and possibly exploring value-added products to enhance the sector’s contribution to the economy.

While Ghana’s gold sector shone brightly in 2023, the declines in crude oil, cocoa, and timber exports underscored the necessity for a diversified and resilient economic strategy. By addressing the challenges in these sectors and leveraging the strengths in gold production, Ghana can work towards a more balanced and robust economic future.

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