A Tax Analyst, Francis Timore Boi, has lauded the government’s move to introduce the Vehicle Income Tax (VIT). The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) announced that effective January 1, 2024, ride-hailing vehicle owners will be taxed. However, this has been met with resistance from the Online Drivers Union, who lament that as key stakeholders, the GRA […] The post Tax
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has urged the public to stop making prank calls, highlighting the detrimental impact such actions can have on their ability to respond to genuine emergencies. This call comes despite a decrease in fire outbreaks in 2023 compared to 2022, particularly in the Ashanti Region, which has recently witnessed several […] The post We record over 200 prank
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has reminded the public that a 10% tax will be withheld from all gross winnings from lotteries, betting, gaming, and other games of chance starting January 1st, 2024. This applies to both the National Lottery Authority (NLA) and private lotto operators (PLOs). While the tax was originally implemented in August […] The post GRA announces
The Ghana Online Drivers Union (GODU) is threatening a nationwide strike if the Ghana Revenue Authority fails to engage them over the recent introduction of the Vehicle Income Tax (VIT) for ride-hailing drivers. The GRA’s announcement of the new tax, effective January 1, 2024, has sparked outrage among GODU members. They argue that the decision […] The post Ride-hailing
Starting from January 1, 2024 ride-hailing companies such as Uber, Yango, and Bolt will be required to pay taxes in Ghana. The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has made this Read More... The post GRA To Tax Uber, Bolt Others appeared first on DailyGuide
President of Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo has expressed bewilderment over the underwhelming performance of the national football team, the Black Stars, in recent tournaments despite the abundance of talent in the country. Addressing the leadership of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) at the Jubilee House, he acknowledged the heightened expectations stemming from Ghana’s 41-year trophy drought […] The post President
Parts of the burnt Race Course Market ABOUT SEVENTY SHOPS including metal containers and wooden shops were razed when fire swept through the Race Course Market in Kumasi on Read More... The post K’si Records Second Market Fire appeared first on DailyGuide
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has affirmed that its board and management followed the right processes in procuring the services of Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML). In a statement issued on Wednesday, the GRA noted that “The Contract is for five (5) years and is performance-based and approved under Section 40 of the Public Procurement […] The post GRA
In the wake of recent Akosombo dam spillages that have had devastating impacts on downstream communities of Mepe, Volta Region, it is imperative to implement forward-thinking measures to prevent such catastrophic occurrences in the future. Through my years of experience as an engineer and safety professional, there is a need for me contribute to the […] The post Safeguarding
In a heart-warming gesture of compassion and commitment to healthcare, We Care Foundation, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), has made a generous donation to babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital. The contribution aims to support the wellbeing of three children in need of medical care and attention. We […] The post WE CARE Foundation Donates To
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Takoradi, Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah has submitted to the House of Parliament to consider, as a matter of priority, the creation of Assembly Members’ Common Fund.He made the suggestion during a debate in the House on December 7, 2023. The MP, who is also the Western Regional Minister, argued that […] The post T’di MP calls for creation of
In its desire to become the cleanest city in the Western Region and probably the nation at large, the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly through an EU funded Twin Cities in Sustainable Partnership (TCSPP), has launched a sanitation campaign dubbed: “Operation Clean Your Surroundings”. Given the rate at which filth has engulfed the city, the campaign is […] The post STMA launches operation
The management of Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) has denied receiving $100m annually from the government as alleged in a documentary. The company says there is no iota of truth in the publication. The following is a full statement issued by SML; The company has taken note of a documentary that has been aired by […] The post SML denies receiving $100m annually from gov’t appeared first
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has defended its partnership with Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) following a publication questioning the contract and SML’s claims of saving the government billions. This follows a publication alleging that the Minister of Finance had awarded a “questionable” contract to SML to monitor Upstream Petroleum Production and to Audit the […] The post SML’s
Just a week after a devastating fire ravaged the French Line section of the Kumasi Central Market, another inferno has struck has destroyed over 70 shops at the Race Course market. The blaze, which started at around 7 am on Monday, primarily consumed metal container shops selling local spices, cowhide, and second-hand clothing. The Ghana […] The post Kumasi: Fire guts over
The French Line market being reconstructed VICTIMS OF the recent fire outbreak at French Line in the Kumasi Central Market have received support, aimed at helping them to return Read More... The post Free Cement, Iron Sheets For Fire Victims appeared first on
Akwasi Agyeman, GTA boss The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) in partnership with Ghana Exim Bank, Ghana Trade Fair Company and Ghana Airports Company Limited, has announced a month-long family-oriented Read More... The post GTA To Hold Bazaar, Others @ Akwaaba Village
The Ministry of Works and Housing has announced that the government’s initiative to implement an Accra Flood Early Warning System (FEWS) is a crucial component of its efforts to mitigate flooding in the capital. The Sector Minister, Francis Asenso-Boakye, highlighted the government’s commitment to providing necessary resources to all relevant agencies responsible for raising awareness […] The post Works
One of the British Army’s first Rastafarian guardsmen has won a claim of race discrimination and harassment against the Ministry of Defence. Dwight Pile-Gray says his 16-year Army career was brought to an end following a row at a guardroom, in which a white guard didn’t believe he was a soldier. When he challenged the […] The post UK Rastafarian soldier wins racism case against
The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), has assured industry of its commitment to ensuring a level playing field for all stakeholders involved in various industries throughout the country. This promise, the GSA indicated, forms part of ongoing efforts to promote fairness, transparency and market competitiveness. Director-General-Ghana Standards Authority, Alexander Dodoo, made these remarks at the 12th […] The post
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