The Electoral Commission (EC) has urged the public to disregard any publication claiming that it spent $150 million to acquire Biometric Verification Devices (BVDs) and Biometric Voter Registration Kits (BVRs) in 2020. EC’s response comes after Bright Simons, Vice President of IMANI Africa, published some articles alleging that the election management body spent $150 million […] The post We
The Ashanti regional minister Simon Osei Mensah has threatened to sue the Electricity Company of Ghana Limited (ECG) management in the Ashanti region over what he described as false publication against him. He also accused the Ashanti regional branch of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) of acting without wisdom by threatening to withdraw their […] The post Ashanti
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has clarified the status of resident individuals for tax purposes. According to the GRA, the clarification is on the back of concerns raised by the general public on the tax status of individuals who earn incomes abroad and whether they are deemed by the Tax laws as “resident individuals” for […] The post GRA clarifies taxes for resident individuals
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has called on the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, to probe the Electoral Commission’s (EC) unaccounted Biometric Verification Devices (BVDs) and parts of Biometric Verification Registration Kits to ensure that the December polls are free and fair. In a statement from the General Secretary of the NDC, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, […] The post Election
Board Members of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) have described as unlawful and a breach of natural justice the decision by the Public Utility Regulatory Commission (PURC) to impose a GHC5.8m fine on them for alleged regulatory non-compliance. In a letter written by their lawyer, Yaw Acheampong Boafo on their behalf, the board members […] The post Your fines to
The Chairman of the Federation of Kumasi Traders Association, Nana Prempeh, has threatened to sue the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) and the management of the Kejetia Market in Kumasi. According to him, the market has been operating without a fire certificate and insurance cover, which is a violation of the GNFS’s Legal Instrument (LI) […] The post Federation
The Ashanti regional Senior and Junior Staff Unions of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) have threatened to demonstrate against the Ashanti regional minister, Mr Simon Osei-Mensah, over the arrest of the General Manager of ECG Ashanti East, Ing. Mark Wiafe. The minister ordered the arrest, following the disconnection of power supply to the Kumasi […] The post ECG staff threaten demo against A/R
Eight months to the December 2024 general elections, the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) has opened a Secretariat for Persons Living With Disabilities (PWDs). The Secretariat, the first since the formation of the NPP and the maiden office, located at the national level, aim to mobilise all PWDs to be part of the NPP’s campaign. […] The post NPP Launches Secretariat for PWDs appeared first on The
Samuel Dubik Mahama Accusations have been made against the Board Members of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) for their failure to Read More... The post ECG Board Members Reject GHC5. 8m FinevImposed
Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has urged the government to diversify companies it cannot maintain and run efficiently. According to him, there are a number of government companies and entities that are struggling that can do well with private partnerships. He disclosed this during the commissioning of a 430-kilometre natural gas pipeline by Genser Energy […] The post Don’t
The three teacher unions in the country say they are disappointed about the lacklustre attitude of the government towards the negotiation with teachers for better conditions of service. A statement issued by the three teacher unions namely Ghana National Association of Teachers, National Association of Graduate Teachers and Coalition of Concerned Teachers Ghana and signed … The post Govt
An estimated GH¢1.6bn agricultural livelihoods were lost due to the Akosombo/ Kpong dams spillage that affected eight districts in the Greater Accra, Eastern and Volta regions in September and October last year. This represents an estimated 1.2 per cent in Gross Domestic Product of Ghana, a Consultant at the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of … The post Assessment
Ghana has made “significant progress” in debt-restructuring negotiations and the latest snag that sent its eurobonds tumbling on Monday will be ironed out in further talks with bondholders, Finance Minister, Mohammed Amin Adam said. Negotiations that started mid-March resulted in an interim deal last week, with international investors holding about 40 per cent of Ghana’s … The post We
The Management of the Ghana Water Company Ltd (GWCL) says the GH¢1.2 billion debt owed by customers is having a negative impact on the operations of the company. “ As a utility company mandated by law to ensure access to clean water, the company is committed to providing reliable services, however, the GWCL is persistently … The post Customers’ GH¢1.2 billion
The OmniBSIC Bank, thought to be the fastest growing bank in the country, has emerged stronger in the aftermath of the debt restructuring programme, with an impressive performance that resulted in one of the biggest profitability ratios in the banking sector last year. The bank’s profit rose by 218 per cent to GH¢150.6 million in … The post OmniBSIC Bank posts historic GH¢150m
The government is determined not to overburden Ghanaians with the payment of more taxes, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, the Finance Minister, has assured. Rather, the government would ‘use the hard way’ to collect revenue from those who have not been paying the appropriate taxes, as well as those who have been evading taxes in the […] The post We won’t overburden Ghanaians
Iran has seized a commercial ship with links to Israel as it passed through the Strait of Hormuz early on Saturday. The MSC Aries was boarded by Iranian special forces about 50 miles (80km) off the coast of the United Arab Emirates, a statement from the vessel’s operator MSC said. Footage obtained by Reuters news […] The post Iranian troops seize Israel-linked ship appeared first on The
The founder and leader of the Movement for Change, Alan Kyerematen, has pledged to abolish several taxes imposed on imports that he said are unnecessary and a huge burden to the trading community. Mr. Kyerematen made the pledge in an engagement with members of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA). He said the abolishment […] The post Ghana will have
Electricity is a fundamental aspect of modern society, powering homes, businesses, and industries around the world. In Ghana, the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) plays a crucial role in providing reliable and affordable electricity to the people. However, in recent years, ECG has faced challenges in meeting the growing demand for electricity and ensuring a […] The post Feature: Measures To Address Dumsor
Two men were reported dead and three injured when some Kplejoo groups clashed with the Navy at Tema Newtown during the final procession of the Kplejoo festival. The Ghana News Agency (GNA) reports that as part of the festival, the groups on the evening of last Friday, went on their usual annual procession throughout the … The post 2 dead, 3 injured in Navy, Kplejoo appeared first on Ghanaian
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