GHIB, GEXIM Join Forces to Open Global Markets for Ghanaian Exporters
Ghana International Bank (GHIB) and the Ghana Export-Import Bank (GEXIM) are deepening their partnership in a move aimed at giving Ghanaian exporters easier access to international markets, trade finance and global banking services as the country pushes to increase export earnings.
The two institutions have agreed to formalise their collaboration through a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), expected to be signed next week, creating a framework for closer cooperation in supporting Ghanaian businesses.
The partnership is designed to provide exporters with support across the entire value chain, from production and export preparation to international trade execution, payment settlement and access to global financial markets.
For many Ghanaian businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), securing international banking services remains one of the biggest barriers to expanding beyond local markets. The collaboration seeks to bridge that gap by combining GEXIM’s domestic export financing with GHIB’s international banking capabilities.
GHIB Chief Executive Officer, Ian Greenstreet, said the partnership brings together two institutions with complementary roles in Ghana’s economic development.
“GHIB is the natural international banking partner for GEXIM. Our institutions occupy complementary positions within Ghana’s economic architecture and, together, provide many of the essential building blocks required to transform Ghana into a leading trading hub and export destination,” he said.
According to Mr. Greenstreet, GEXIM’s role in financing exporters will be strengthened by GHIB’s expertise in correspondent banking, treasury and foreign exchange services, syndicated finance, commodity finance and international trade.
“GEXIM supports Ghanaian businesses to produce, grow and export. GHIB connects those businesses to the global financial system. Through our expertise in correspondent banking, treasury solutions, syndicated finance, commodity finance and international trade, we are committed to helping Ghanaian businesses access international markets, attract investment and compete successfully on the global stage,” he added.
GEXIM Chief Executive Officer, Sylvester Mensah, said the collaboration would significantly enhance opportunities for Ghanaian enterprises, especially micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), seeking to participate in regional and international value chains.
“Our vision is to build globally competitive Ghanaian businesses capable of succeeding in regional and international markets,” he said.
Mr. Mensah noted that GEXIM already provides financing, advisory services, mentorship, export readiness programmes, digital solutions and innovative financing structures to help businesses expand sustainably.
He said the new partnership extends that support by giving exporters access to international banking services and wider global financial networks.
“Our partnership with GHIB connects Ghanaian businesses to international banking services, global financial networks and new market opportunities. Together, we are creating stronger pathways for exporters to scale their businesses and contribute meaningfully to Ghana’s economic transformation,” he said.
The two institutions expect the collaboration to strengthen Ghana’s trade finance ecosystem, improve exporters’ access to international markets, attract more investment into export-oriented sectors and enhance the competitiveness of Ghanaian businesses across Africa and beyond.
The initiative also aligns with Ghana’s broader ambition of using exports to drive economic growth, reduce dependence on commodity exports and position the country as a regional trade and investment hub.
By combining GEXIM’s development finance mandate with GHIB’s international banking expertise, the partnership aims to create a direct link between Ghanaian businesses and the global marketplace, providing exporters with the financial infrastructure needed to compete more effectively internationally.
