Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has disclosed that the government is actively seeking strategic partnerships to establish a national airline.

According to the Minister, given the current economic challenges facing the country, the government is unable to independently set up a national carrier.

Instead, efforts are being directed at identifying credible partners who can support the vision of establishing a sustainable and competitive airline for Ghana.

Speaking to staff of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, Joseph Bukari Nikpe shared that a shortlist of potential partners will soon be revealed as part of efforts to bring the national airline to life.

“We are looking for a partnership to establish a national airline. When it comes to partnership, it will take time. We have to know who they are — to partner with you to bring in a national carrier that will fly for a very long time,” he said.

Ghana has been without a national airline since the collapse of Ghana Airways in 2004 and the subsequent failure of Ghana International Airlines in 2010.

While there have been several discussions in the past about reviving a national carrier, none have materialised.