Pan African Journal of Political Science and Governance (Governance focus in | 12 May 2006

Compliance Rates in Ghanaian Retail Food Businesses: An Assessment Against South Sudanese Standards

M, e, r, c, y, L, o, k, y, a, ,, E, v, e, l, y, n, L, a, g, a, t, ,, J, a, m, e, s, D, e, n, g, ,, J, o, s, e, p, h, N, y, a, n, d, e, n, g
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18830044

Abstract

This review examines compliance rates of Ghanaian retail food businesses with South Sudanese food safety standards. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including surveys of businesses and case studies in selected regions. Compliance rates varied significantly, with urban areas showing higher adherence (70%) compared to rural settings (35%). Rural businesses often lacked necessary infrastructure and training, highlighting the need for targeted interventions. Policy-makers should prioritise capacity building programmes in underserved regions to improve compliance rates.