Ghana Stock Exchange introduces new equity listing rules

 

The Ghana Stock Exchange is housed in the Cedi House in Accra.

The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) has introduced new listing rules for its equity market, replacing regulations that have governed the bourse for nearly twenty years.

The GSE says the new listing rules take effect from Monday, 2 February 2026, and replace the 2006 Listing Rules.

According to the GSE, the updated framework will apply to all new applications, submissions, filings and continuing obligations on the Exchange from that date.

In a statement issued on 2 February 2026, the GSE advised market participants and issuers to familiarize themselves fully with the new rules to ensure compliance.

The GSE also announced plans to organise an engagement session to provide guidance and improve understanding of the provisions of the new framework.

The rollout of the new rules follows a strong performance by the local bourse last year.

However, The Ghana Stock Exchange ended 2025 as the second-best performing stock market in Africa, recording a return of more than 137% in dollar terms.

Market capitalization also rose sharply, increasing by about 55% from GH¢111bn at the end of 2024 to GH¢172bn by the close of December 2025.

The GSE says the updated listing rules are expected to support market growth and help strengthen investor confidence.

By Coffie Mawuedem Noel