Ghana stock exchange

Brief History
The Ghana Stock Exchange was incorporated in July 1989 as a private company limited by guarantee under Ghana's companies' code, 1963. The Exchange however, changed its status to a public company limited by guarantee in April 1994. Trading on the floor of the Exchange commenced in November 1990

Governing Council
The Exchange is governed by a Council of thirteen, representing Licensed Dealing Members, Listed Companies, Insurance Companies, Banks, Money Market Institutions and the general public. The Council Membership includes some of the most distinguished and competent persons in Ghanaian commerce, industry, finance and public service. The Council acts as the Board of Directors with all powers and functions of a Board under the Companies code. The Council sets the policies of the exchange and its functions include preventing frauds and malpractices, maintaining good order among members, regulating stock market business and granting listing.

For more information on the Ghana Stock Exchange visit their website at www.gse.com