The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has urged taxpayers who feel harassed by its officers to report to their respective tax offices for resolution. Concerns have arisen regarding alleged harassment by some tax officers when collecting taxes. During a discussion with members of the Ghana Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Accra on Wednesday, Vice President […] The post Report tax officers
Jennifer Moffat, the Acting Country Lead and Head of Programme of BudgIT Ghana, has asserted that the country needs to consider its accountability for collected taxes. That, Ms Moffat, said was because the lack of accountability for the use of collected taxes is disincentivising Ghanaians. BudgIT Ghana is a civic organization that leverages technology to […] The post Ghana’s
The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) has served notice to embark on a series of actions to demand the review of what they describe as the astronomical increment in the Verification Fee paid by nurses and midwives to the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana for verification of licenses. They say that from […] The post Ghana Registered Nurses and
Education drives economic growth and individual well-being. Secondary education, in particular, plays a crucial role. In recent decades, this recognition has encouraged several African countries to make secondary education free. One example is Ghana’s Free Public Senior High School (FreeSHS) policy, initiated in 2017. The policy aimed to remove cost barriers to secondary education, including fees, […] The post Ghana’s
Samuel Atta Akyea, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Abuakwa South, has criticized Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin’s decision to suspend the approval of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s newly nominated ministers. Atta Akyea suggested that if he were in Bagbin’s position, he would have issued an apology for the error. At the heart of […] The post ‘I’ll
The government has announced plans to implement a law permitting organ donations by the end of the year. Dr. Anthony Nsiah Asare, the Presidential Advisor on Health, emphasized that the legislation will also oversee organ transplants and related procedures. This move comes in response to growing demands within Ghana to facilitate organ donations, which could […] The post Law
The Director General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), Dr Joe Anokye, has stated that he anticipates Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to offer compensation to subscribers for any losses incurred due to the recent internet disruptions. However, he noted that the MNOs are independent entities and will need to make this decision before the Authority […] The post Internet
The Minority in Parliament is urging swift action from the police regarding the disappearance of some seven biometric devices, fearing potential repercussions for the upcoming December polls. According to the Minority, the missing biometric devices were meant for the registration and verification of voters by the Electoral Commission ahead of its limited voter registration exercise. […] The post 2024
John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has emphasized the pivotal role of traditional authorities in combating sanitation issues nationwide. Speaking to residents of Breweniase in the Oti region, Mahama asserted that empowering traditional leaders to take decisive action within their communities is key to addressing the persistent challenges of sanitation. […] The post Traditional
Some residents of the Bonsukrom community in the Ahanta West Municipality have contested reports of an emergency landing by the Ghana Armed Forces after one of its helicopters purportedly crash-landed near the community on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. All 21 individuals aboard the helicopter were successfully rescued. The Ghana Air Force, in a statement issued […] The post W/R:
Major General Bismarck Kwasi Onwona, the newly appointed Chief of Army Staff, has expressed concerns about the potential threat of terrorism in the sub-region. He urged the army to undergo adequate training and be prepared to respond and protect the country effectively and promptly in the event of an attack, noting that the country is […] The post Let’s
The General Transport, Petroleum and Chemical Workers’ Union (GTPCWU) has expressed disappointment over President Nana Akufo-Addo’s decision to nominate Leon Kendon Appenteng as the Board Chairman of the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) Company Limited. On Tuesday, March 19, President Akufo-Addo reconstituted the board of TOR, nominating Mr Appenteng as Chairman of the Board Chairman and […] The post TOR:
Dr Eric Obutey, the Head of Research and Corporate Affairs at the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), has stated that the commission has instructed the Electricity Company of Ghana to distribute funds from the Cash Waterfall Mechanism (CWM) by March 25, 2024. He clarified that the CWM is a system designed to distribute the revenues […] The post PURC
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has reported improvements in internet connectivity across the country. The Director General of the NCA, Dr Joe Anokye, in an interview with Umaru Sanda Amadu on Citi FM’s Eyewitness News, confirmed that Telecel had fully restored its connectivity. He also mentioned that AT was operational and MTN was making significant […] The post Internet
Mohammed Kudus is set to miss Ghana’s friendly games against Nigeria and Uganda in Morocco after complaining of shoulder issues, 3Sports understands. The midfielder was included in Otto Addo’s squad for the March international break but had to pull out. 3Sports can confirm that Kudus’ number 20 jersey has been handed to another player for […] The post Mohammed
The Second Deputy National Organizer for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Elikem Kwame Kotoko, has described President Akufo-Addo’s comments and actions by his secretary Nana Bediatuo Asante on the anti-LGBTQ Bill as cherry-picking and hypocritical. President Akufo-Addo at the New Year greetings event with members of the Diplomatic Corps at Peduase on Monday, March 4, […] The post Anti-LGBTQ+
Miss Kidi contestants on stage The season four of Miss Kidi Ghana took off in style with spectacular displays from contestants last Sunday in Accra. Two of the 30 Read More... The post Miss Kidi Ghana Takes Off In Style appeared first on DailyGuide
Kobbie Mainoo Kobbie Mainoo has received his first England call-up as Ghana’s hopes of persuading him to play for the Black Stars slips away. The Manchester United youngster joins Read More... The post Kobbie Mainoo Swerves Black Stars appeared first on DailyGuide
Ghanaian athletes showcased a mix of highs and lows on the second day of Athletics at the 2023 African Games, with notable victories and commendable performances capturing the spotlight. Despite Benjamin Azamati’s fifth-place finish in the 100m final, the Ghanaian sprinter played a pivotal role in securing victory for Team Ghana in the 4x100m relay […] The post PHOTOS:
Latest data from the Ghana Statistical Service indicates that the cumulative growth of the economy stood at 2.9 percent in 2023. This is a 0.9 percentage points drop from the 3.8 percent recorded in 2022 but higher than the government’s revised target of 1.5 percent for the period under review. The fourth quarter also expanded […] The post Ghana’s economy expanded by 2.9% in 2023
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