Communication in Ghana’s Oil & Gas Sector: A Catalyst for Clarity, Alignment, and Progress.

Effective communication stands as the cornerstone of successful project delivery and strategic coordination in Ghana’s evolving oil and gas landscape. With notable increases in both exploration activity and sector complexity, the stakes for clear, timely, and transparent information exchange among stakeholders have never been more critical.

Ghana’s oil and gas industry continues to be a vital pillar of the national economy, and clear communication is proving indispensable to its growth and sustainability.

Since commercial production began from the Jubilee field in 2010, the sector has expanded to include major fields such as TEN and Sankofa, while also attracting new exploration and infrastructure projects. With production volumes declining from 71 million barrels in 2019 to around 48 million barrels in 2024, open dialogue among government, operators, investors, and communities is critical to building trust and aligning expectations.

Recent developments, including the construction of a $12 billion petroleum hub and refinery in Jomoro, signal Ghana’s ambition to strengthen downstream capacity and become a regional processing center. At the same time, natural gas is assuming a central role in powering industry and households, making projects like the Atuabo gas facility and Sankofa gas supply key to energy security

Communication is equally important in implementing Ghana’s Local Content Policy, which requires strong engagement to help domestic businesses understand procurement processes and benefit from sector opportunities. Beyond business and investment, the need for transparency in environmental stewardship and energy transition plans is shaping how companies and regulators engage the public.

With discoveries such as the Eban and Akoma wells recently declared commercially viable, communicating both the potential and the responsibilities tied to these resources ensures clarity and confidence in the sector’s direction.

In a fast-changing energy landscape, where global demand and climate commitments intersect, effective communication is what will enable Ghana to align projects, processes, and people for long-term value creation.

Data source: Reuters, Trade.gov, Gas Outlook