The Executive Director of Revenue Mobilisation Africa, Geofrey Kabutey Ocansey, has urged the government to revise its tax exemption regimes. Kabutey Ocansey referenced a study conducted by the Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) which found that about 80 percent of Ghanaians are willing to pay taxes but want to see what the taxes are […] The post Govt must
Geoffrey Ocansey, Tax Analyst and Executive Director of Revenue Mobilisation Africa, has asserted that Ghana is a wealthy country but poorly managed. During the Oxfam Tax Dialogue themed “Is Ghana’s Tax Regime Fit for Purpose?” on Citi TV on Thursday, he told host Vivian Kai Lokko, “We are only a poorly managed country.” He emphasised […] The post Ghana
A member of the Communications Team of the Movement for Change Dr. Ramzi Inusah has raised concerns about the missing laptops for election. According to him, both the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) are the creation of the challenges confronting Ghana elections. “The NPP and NDC are the creation of […] The post The
In what appears to be one of the formal responses from the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, to President Akufo-Addo’s penchant for not assenting to private members’ bills, General Arts students, particularly those who read government in senior high school, experienced nothing but separation of powers on display. A cursory glance at TV3 Ghana’s quote […] The post Bagbin
The Ghana Chamber of Commerce and Industry, says a proposal by Vice President and Flagbearer of the NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to amend the Fiscal Responsibility Act to control government expenditure under his Presidency, as well as operate a lean government, is a step in the right direction. During his recent address to the nation […] The post We
Geoffrey Ocansey, Tax Analyst and Executive Director of Revenue Mobilisation Africa, has asserted that Ghana is a wealthy country but poorly managed. During the Oxfam Tax Dialogue themed “Is Ghana’s Tax Regime Fit for Purpose?” on Citi TV on Thursday, he told host Vivian Kai Lokko, “We are only a poorly managed country.” He emphasised […] The post Oxfam
The Fiscal Policy Adviser, Oxfam Ghana, Dr Angela Azumah Alu, has called for a united effort among stakeholders to address gaps in the tax system. During the Oxfam Tax Dialogue on Citi TV on Thursday, March 21, Dr Alu highlighted the importance of collaboration to ensure that the voices of citizens influence the government’s tax […] The post Oxfam
The Vice President and Flagbearer of the NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has reitereated that businesses and individuals will have a clean tax slate under his Presidency in 2025, to usher in a new tax system. During his maiden address to the nation as flagbearer of the NPP, Dr. Bawumia announced that his government will introduce […] The post Individuals, businesses
President of the Ghana Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Dr. Clement Osei Amoako, has emphasized that Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia’s vision of tax digitization is worth pursuing as it is progressive. Delivering his speech at GNCCI’s Dialogue with the Vice President of the Republic, Dr. Bawumia, on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Best Western Hotel, […] The post Bawumia’s
The National Labour Commission (NLC) has called upon the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) and three striking teacher unions to appear before it on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. The summoned unions include the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), and the Coalition of Concerned Teachers, Ghana (CCT, […] The post NLC
Ghana and Malawi have signed an agreement on a visa waiver regime for holders of ordinary, diplomatic and service passports. The agreement which took effect on February 7, 2024, is designed to enhance the bilateral ties and ongoing collaboration between the two nations. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration in a statement dated […] The post Ghana signs visa waiver
JAMES KOFI ANNAN C/O P. O. Box 398, Winneba. March 21, 2024 The Chief Executive Officer Minerals Commission P. O. Box M248 Accra. Through: The Municipal Chief Executive Officer Effutu Municipal Assembly Winneba Dear Sir/Madam, PETITION SUBMITTED BY JAMES KOFI ANNAN, TO THE MINERALS COMMISSION TO OPPOSE THE MINING LICENSING APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY GLEAM […] The post James
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
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
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