ORC to strike off 453 companies, dissolve 323 others

The Office of the Registrar of Companies (ORC) has announced it will strike off 453 companies and dissolve 323 others for not meeting legal obligations. According to a November 4, 2026 press release, these actions are part of the ORC's efforts to keep the Companies Register accurate, trustworthy, and reliable, as mandated by the Companies Act, 2019 (Act 992).

The notices targeting the 453 companies are based on Section 289(3) of the Act. The ORC published the relevant notices in Volume 48 of the ORC Companies Bulletin on October 15, 2026, giving affected companies three months to provide a valid reason for their continued existence. Additionally, 323 companies have already been removed from the Register due to the lapse of the time limit set in prior notices.

These firms were previously informed of their impending strike-off in Volume 40 of the ORC Companies Bulletin, and their status was confirmed as dissolved in Volume 49 of the Bulletin on the same date. The ORC has urged impacted entities, creditors, shareholders, and other interested parties to address their status accordingly or seek further assistance from the Office.

The regulatory measures aim to ensure adherence to Ghana's corporate regulatory framework and uphold the principles of good governance and transparency in business operations.