The Ghana Shippers Authority is looking into claims that shipping companies are adding a new fee. This fee is called an emergency conflict surcharge.
Professor Ransford Gyampo, the CEO of the authority, announced the investigation.
He did not say which shipping lines are involved.
The authority wants to understand why this extra charge is being added.
This surcharge could affect the cost of importing and exporting goods.
The investigation aims to ensure fair practices in the shipping industry.