10 Completed Projects In Ghana That Shook The Continent.
Spanning the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic ocean to the south, sharing borders with the
Ivory Coast in the west, Burkina Faso in the north, and Togo in the east.
Ghana, officially known as the Republic of Ghana, is a country in Africa.
Within the years, the country has struggled to grow from a level of absolute poverty to
what it is now.
Though not fully developed, Ghana has managed to rise and attain a ceetain developmental
stage that other African countries have not been able to attain.
The infrastructural foundation of Ghana has transitioned progressively over the past 20
years, facilitating the nation’s economic and developmental growth.
The past year has seen a renewed focus by the government and private sector on infrastructure
project such as real estate investment projects, road expansion, rail construction projects
among others.
Most innovative architects in Ghana have set out to respond to one of society’s greatest
challenges: designing a world today that can adapt to a radically different tomorrow.
From energy and power to healthcare, Ghana has a well-balanced range of projects that
have broken ground.
As you go on this trip with us to discover 10 Completed Projects in Ghana that Shook
the Continent, be ready to experience all that Africa Reloaded has kept in stall for
you.
10.
Kumasi Water supply Project.
The total estimated cost for the Kumasi Water Supply Project was 24 million Euros.
The scope of works of the project included the laying of 400mm HDPE pipeline on the Kumasi
ring main, supply and installation of transformer at the KNUST Booster Station, fencing of reservoir
site at Prempeh College and the replacement of 9 inches cast iron pipeline between Suame
Roundabout and Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital.
9.
Ako Adjei Interchange.
The Ako-Adjei Interchange is a flyover in Accra, Ghana.
Until 2005 it was known as the Sankara Interchange.
The construction of interchange started in September 1997 and ended in December 1999.
It was constructed during the Jerry Rawlings administration and was the first interchange
to be built in Ghana.
The interchange is located between Ring Road Central and Independence Avenue and is along
Liberation Road in Accra with links towards the 37 Military Hospital, the Police headquarters.
8.
Accra Mall.
The Accra Mall is a shopping centre in Accra, Ghana, located on the Spintex road adjacent
to the Tema Motorway.
The mall was commissioned on 4 July 2008.
It was founded by late Joseph Owusu Akyaw (1938-2010).
It is owned by Atterbury Property Development, Sanlam and the Owusu-Akyaw family.
Since opening in 2008, Accra Mall has set the wheels of a retail revolution in motion.
As well as shops, it houses a cinema, bars, restaurants, a dentist and a medical centre.Having
already invested in the development of destination malls in other African countries, Actis saw
Accra Mall not just as something Ghana wanted, but needed.
When basic goods need to be sourced from London, the opportunity exists to both to make a return
on your investment – and improve the quality of life.
7.
Tema motorway Interchange.
The Tema Motorway Interchange is a variant of Diverging diamond interchange which replaced
Tema Roundabout, situated east of the Tema Motorway.
It carries four-lane trunk roads that connects Tema Motorway, Aflao Road, Akosombo Road and
Tema Harbour Road.
The construction works of the second phase of the Tema Motorway Interchange project in
Ghana is expected to commence next month but one, following an agreement signed between
the governments of the West African country together with that of Japan.
6.
The Signature Apartments.
The signature Introduces a stunning collection of luxury apartments set on twin towers crowned
with a penthouse.The vibrant development features a sense of finesse which projects a notable
mark on the Accra Skyline coupled with spectacular views of the city.
The Signature’s Architectural orientation is essentially a work of art unlike any other
in the world.
Its unique design was inspired by the historic and cultural significance of Ghana’s Adinkra
Symbol ‘Mframadan’ denoting resilience, strength and sturdiness.
The design coherently blends African heritage with complex architectural geometrics.
It has open plan living areas, fully fitted kitchens, exquisite bathrooms, private distinct
gardens on each floor overlooking Africa’s capital of cool.
The signature’s construction is by the renowned Mitcheletti Limited.
5.
Pokuase Interchange.
The Pokuase Interchange is a four level stack interchange situated at Pokuase Junction,
in Accra, Ghana.
It is the largest interchange in West Africa upon its completion.
The interchange was originally a three-tier but was modified on the advice of the constructor
by the Akufo-Addo administration to a four-tier thereby making it the largest in West Africa.
Construction began in 2018 and was commissioned for use on 9 July 2021 by president Nana Akuffo
Addo.
It lies on the Nsawam Road and connects the Nsawam Road to the George Walker Bush Highway.
4.
Kejetia Market.
The Kumasi Central Market (also known as Kejetia Market) is an open-air market in the city
of Kumasi, the capital of Ashanti.
Kumasi Central Market is in the rain forest bioregion of Ashanti on the Ashantiland Peninsula.
Kumasi is approximately 300 miles (480 km) north of the Equator and 100 miles (160 km)
north of the Gulf of Guinea.
Kumasi is popularly known as “The Garden City” or “heart beat” of Ashanti and
the Ashantiland Peninsula because of its many beautiful species of flowers and plants.
3.
Accra Car Factory.
Volkswagen has opened a vehicle assembly facility in Ghana as the West African country seeks
to attract auto manufacturers and turn itself into a car-making hub.
The plant, based in Accra, has the capacity to assembly 5,000 units annually and will
make Tiguan, Teramont, Passat, Polo and Amarok models.
Ghana has implemented policy measures that aim to turn the country into a West African
car making hub by providing incentives for automotive manufacturers and assemblers registered
under the Ghana Automotive Development Programme (GADP).
As part of this package of measures, it has banned the importation of salvaged vehicles
as well as specified motor vehicles over 10 years of age.
2.
Kotoka Airport Terminal.
Airport operator and manager Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) broke ground on the
construction of its flagship project (Terminal 3) at Kotoka International Airport (KIA) in
March 2016.
The new terminal construction was completed in June 2018 and it was opened to traffic
three months later.
The expansion of Kotoka International Airport supports the country’s ambition to upgrade
its vital infrastructure by modernising and transforming the Kotoka airport into a gateway
for West Africa and as a regional aviation hub.
It also contributes to the country’s economy by facilitating market connectivity and reducing
business costs.
1.Tema Port expansion Project.
Phase 1.
On 30th April 2020, Meridian Port Services Limited successfully completed the entire
Phase 1 works of the Tema Port Expansion Project (also known as Terminal 3 of Tema Port).
As per the terms of the Concession, MPS Terminal 3 was expected to Go-Live on 28th June 2019
on 2 berths and the entire Phase 1 works were due to be completed on 28th June 2020.
Both due dates were successfully achieved and works were completed ahead of schedule.
The combination of a great team work, solid project finance and determined shareholders
were among the main contributors to the success in delivering this mega infrastructure ahead
of the contractual date in 3.5 years.
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