| Abbreviation | GEPA |
|---|---|
| Formation | 1969 |
| Headquarters | Accra, Ghana |
Official language | English |
| Website | https://www.gepaghana.org/ |
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The institution was established in 1969 by Act 369 as an agency of the Ministry of Trade and Industry. [1] [2]
GEPA headquarters are in Accra, with regional offices in Ho, Tamale, Bolgatanga, Takoradi, Cape Coast and Kumasi. The GEPA consist of multiple divisions:
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