The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has addressed public concerns regarding the tax status of Ghanaians earning income abroad. The clarification centres on who qualifies as a “resident individual” for tax purposes according to the Income Tax Act 2015. Who qualifies as a Resident Taxpayer in Ghana? According to the Income Tax Act 2015 (Act 896), […] The post Ghanaians
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has submitted a Right to Information (RTI) application to the Presidency, seeking the full KPMG audit report on the revenue mobilisation agreement between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Ltd. (SML). KPMG, an auditing firm which was tasked by the president of […]
The Ministry of Education has refuted widespread reports that public schools’ uniforms will be changed soon.
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP) has called on the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to adopt punitive sanctions to ensure that its member countries strictly implement guidance notes on the utilisation of its Special Drawing Rights (SDR) given to countries in times of crisis. ACEP again recommends that for developing countries […]
Zambia legend Rainford Kalaba has been discharged from the University Teaching Hospital, confirmed by the health facility. Nzeba Chanda, UTH-Adult Public Relations Officer, stated, “Mr. Rainford Kalaba has been discharged from the UTH-Adult where he was admitted after being involved in a road traffic accident two weeks ago. Today marks exactly 14 days from the […] The post Zambia
Popular disc jockey Florence Otedola, aka DJ Cuppy, has revealed that her billionaire father, Femi Otedola, raised her to be “a modern-day man” even though she is a woman. She disclosed this in a post on her X handle. “Shoutout to @realFemiOtedola for raising me to be a modern-day man even though I’m his daughter.” […] The post ‘My father raised me to be a modern-day man’
As Tottenham braces for a tough encounter against Arsenal, Aston Villa eye an opportunity to strengthen their grip on fourth place in the Premier League table. Villa will host a beleaguered Chelsea side, aiming to capitalise on their opponent’s recent struggles. Currently six points ahead of fifth-placed Tottenham, Villa have the chance to extend their […] The post Aston
CDG Invest has acquired a 20% stake through its Generation Entrepreneurs program in the capital of Atlantic Group. This strategic partnership marks a significant turning point for Atlantic Group and underscores CDG Invest’s confidence in the group’s potential to become a center of excellence in higher education in Morocco. Thanks to this partnership, Atlantic Group […]
China has dethroned the United States of America (USA) as its approval ratings in the region rose six percentage points, from 52% in 2022 to 58% in 2023, two points ahead of the U.S. According to the report, China recorded its highest leadership approval rating in Africa in a decade, while the U.S. dropped to second position as its approval ratings for slipped from 59% in 2022 to 56% in 2023.
The Minority in Parliament is demanding the publication of the KPMG audit report on Strategic Mobilization Ghana Ltd (SML) and Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) contract. President Akufo-Addo has stated that the SML Downstream petroleum service is needed however the Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) will have to renegotiate the fee […] The post Minority
By Beatrice Oppon The Accra High Court has directed a former Deputy Director of Communications of the NDC, Anthony Kwaku Boahen, to prepare to open his defence on May 30. The directive follows the continuous absence of the party’s former National Chairman, Samuel Ofosu-Ampofo, who is said to have undergone surgery outside the jurisdiction. The […]
The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has directed State-owned Enterprises (SOEs) to strive for compliance with their mandate and ethical standards. “It is imperative we uphold collectively the principles of good corporate governance, which lead to accountability and transparency to safeguard the interest of the state in the management of public enterprises,” he advised. By […]
The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has directed the Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to renegotiate the revenue assurance contract with Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML). This directive follows recommendations made by Klynveld Peat Marwick Goerdeler (KPMG) International Limited, a multinational professional services network, in its audit report on SML submitted … The post Govt
Naa Fuseini Seidu Pelpuo IV, the overlord of the Wala Traditional Council, has appealed to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, to intervene and halt the wanton grasp of state lands in the Wa Municipality. He also appealed to the President who paid a courtesy call on him, to conduct an extensive audit of the state […]
By Sualah Abdul-wahab President Akufo-Addo has inaugurated a 15KW Solar Power Plant phase two project at Kaleo in the Nadowli-Kaleo District of the Upper West Region. The plant constructed by the Volta River Authority with support from the German Development Bank is expected to increase Ghana’s and VRA’s generation capacity and diversity by adding more […]
HIS ROYAL Majesty, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, clocks 25 years on the sacred Golden Stool of the Asante Kingdom today, Friday, April 26, 2024. Then known as Barima Kwaku Duah in private life, he was enstooled as the 16th Asante King on April 26, 1999, succeeding his late brother, Otumfuo Opoku Ware II. […] The post Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is 25-years today on Asante Golden
A 36-year-old trader, Patience Kofi, has been sentenced to a fine of Gh?120 by the Ashaiman District Court for stealing her employer’s Gh?3,200.00. The convict, who was also asked by the court to refund the stolen money to the complainant, would serve six months of imprisonment if she defaulted on paying the fine and obeying […]
The Central Regional Chairman for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Professor Richard Kofi Asiedu has brushed off the credibility of Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, the Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Professor Asiedu emphasized that Chairman Wontumi’s statements do not merit serious consideration in intellectual discussions. He remarked that […] The post NDC
John Antwi will be the main man for Dreams FC as they play Zamalek in the crucial CAF Confederation Cup semi-final second leg in Kumasi on Sunday, April 28. The 31-year-old has vast experience in the Egyptian league having played 196 times across all competitions in the North African country. John Joined Ismaily in the […] The post John Antwi – Dreams FC’s main man for Zamalek clash
In a bid to enhance transparency and accountability in the Shipping and Logistics sector, the Ghana Shippers’ Authority has initiated steps to sign Service Level Agreements with stakeholders in the industry. The objective is to ensure that both shippers and shipping service providers fulfill their obligations to each other, thus fostering economic growth. These agreements […] The post Shippers
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