Right to Information

The Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2019 (Act 989) guarantees every person the right to access information held by public institutions, strengthening accountability and transparency in Ghana.

Right to Information

Ghana Post Right to Information (RTI) Manual

Ghana Post Company Limited (GPCL) operates under the Right to Information Act, 2019 (Act 989), which gives citizens the right to access official information held by public institutions.

Our Vision: To make Ghana Post a commercially focused and compliance-driven organization.

Our Mission: To provide efficient, reliable, and secure communication and financial services to customers locally and internationally.

This means every person in the jurisdiction of Ghana, citizen or non-citizen has the right to information. It is in line with this regulation that Ghana Post has set up the Right to Information (RTI) Unit. However, access to information would be subject to the exemptions that are relevant with the protection of the public interest as stipulated in the ACT.

How to Apply for Information

  • Requests must be made in writing using the standard RTI application form.
  • Applications should include personal details, description of the information requested, and valid identification (Passport, National ID, Voter’s ID, or Driver’s License).
  • Requests may be submitted electronically or physically.

Response Time

Applicants will be notified within 14 days. Extensions (up to 7 days) may apply if the request involves large volumes of data or requires consultation.

Fees

Information is generally free, except for special requests such as translation, transcription, or media conversion.

Amendment of Records

Individuals may request corrections to their personal records if information is inaccurate, misleading, incomplete, or outdated.

Contact – GPCL Information Unit

  • Officer: Millicent Yogtiba
  • Phone: 0542527004
  • Address: No.7 Asafoatse Nettey Road, G.P.O. Accra Central (GA-183-8164)
  • Supervisor: Isaac Marmah
  • Phone: 0302668138
  • Address: No.7 Asafoatse Nettey Road, G.P.O. Accra Central (GA-183-8164)

RTI Manual