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Seafood is an important staple in Ghanaian cuisine as it accounts for 60 percent of animal protein intake with an estimated per capita consumption rate of 26 kg. U.S. seafood sales to Ghana recently experienced a boost in sales, however, sustained seafood exports from the U.S. are at risk due to the Government of Ghana’s (GOG) recent announcement to increase the tax 1,573 percent per metric ton on frozen seafood.

This report compliments the FAIRS Country Annual Report and provides information on certificates required by the Government of Tanzania (GoT) to export food and agricultural products into Tanzania.

This report provides information on export certificates and other certification/accreditation required for imported food and agriculture products, including live animals.

South Africa has a well-developed business market, and is a gateway to Sub-Saharan African markets.

Kenya is an emerging middle-income country and has one of the best performing economies in sub-Saharan Africa.

This report complements the FAIRS Country Report. The report specifically provides information on Government of Tanzania (GoT) required certificates for exporting food and agricultural products....

Ghana’s overexploited marine stocks will continue to limit domestic seafood production, while population and economic growth push consumption upwards.

On February 19, 1969, the Government of Senegal passed Decree 69-132; this decree is still in effect and regulates the trade and transportation of fresh, frozen, dried, canned....

The hotel industry in Ghana grew rapidly over the past ten years, catering to an expansion of both business and tourism.

South Africa's highly developed food processing sector offers U.S. exporters opportunities to supply raw materials or inputs.

While South Africa is an exporter of agricultural products, it remains a viable market for U.S. sales, particularly of high-value, consumer-oriented products.