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The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has directed all importers, manufacturers, and distributors of alcoholic energy drinks to remove such products from the Ghanaian market by the end of March 2026.
The directive targets mixed beverages containing both alcohol and stimulants such as caffeine, inositol, glucuronolactone, ginseng, and guarana. It follows a post-registration review conducted under Sections 81 and 82(a) of the Public Health Act, 2012 (Act 851).
According to the FDA, the review examined the safety and regulatory compliance of these products, referencing international and regional precedents where several countries have restricted, suspended, or banned alcoholic energy drinks over public health concerns.
Scientific evidence indicates that combining alcohol with stimulants can pose serious health risks and lead to adverse psychosocial behaviours, particularly among young people and unsuspecting consumers.
The assessment was supported by the FDA’s Food Expert Committee and the Technical Advisory Committee on Food Safety and Nutrition.
Manufacturers are required to reformulate their products to comply with approved standards for alcoholic beverages and energy drinks as separate categories. The Authority warned that any product found on the market after the March 2026 deadline will face regulatory sanctions, including withdrawal.
The FDA has also urged consumers to stay alert and report any suspicious or non-compliant products, reaffirming its commitment to protecting public health and ensuring safety within the food and beverage sector.
