About Us
Leading Ghana's business registration and corporate governance with transparency, efficiency, and innovation
Our Mission
To provide efficient, transparent, and accessible business registration services that promote economic growth and entrepreneurship in Ghana while maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance.
Our Vision
To be the leading business registration authority in Africa, recognized for innovation, integrity, and excellence in facilitating business growth and ensuring regulatory compliance.
About the Office of the Registrar of Companies
The Office of the Registrar of Companies (ORC) is the government agency responsible for the registration and regulation of companies and business names in Ghana. Established under the Companies Act, we serve as the central repository for all corporate information in the country.
We provide a wide range of services including company registration, business name registration, annual returns filing, and document verification. Our commitment is to make business registration simple, fast, and accessible to all Ghanaians and foreign investors.
Through continuous innovation and digital transformation, we are modernizing our services to meet international standards while maintaining the highest levels of security and data protection.
Our Core Values
Integrity
Upholding the highest ethical standards in all our operations
Efficiency
Delivering fast and reliable services to our clients
Transparency
Maintaining openness in all our processes and decisions
Innovation
Embracing technology to improve our services
Our Impact
Making a difference in Ghana's business landscape
Leadership
Mrs. Maame Samma Peprah, Esq.
Acting Registrar of Companies
Mrs. Maame Samma Peprah, Esq. serves as the Acting Registrar of Companies, bringing to the role extensive legal, corporate governance, and institutional leadership experience. Since her appointment in March 2025, she has prioritized continuity, teamwork, and innovation in leading the ORC's national operations. Her strategic focus includes expanding digital access through a new online registration platform, promoting a culture of compliance among registered businesses, and deploying insolvency practitioners to help distressed companies restructure rather than dissolve.