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Taxing foreign incomes of resident Ghanaians a smart approach – Tax Analyst
Francis Tomore Boi, a renowned Tax Analyst, has endorsed the government’s initiative to tax the foreign incomes of resident Ghanaians as a strategic move to address the revenue shortfall resulting from the abandoned VAT on electricity. He described this as a smart move by the government. His comments are on the back of the government’s […]
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Sacked D-G of SSNIT has not engaged in any malfeasance – Presidency
The Presidency has refuted speculations that the outgoing Director-General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), Dr John Ofori-Tenkorang was dismissed for engaging in some wrongdoing. A statement released by the Director of Communications for the Presidency, Eugene Arhin said, such speculations have no basis. “Contrary to some speculations in the media, the […]
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President is satisfied with performance of Dr Ofori-Tenkorang as Director-General of SSNIT – Presidency
The Presidency has touted the great transformation made to the operations of the the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) by its outgoing Director-General, Dr John Ofori-Tenkorang. A statement released by the Director of Communications for the Presidency, Eugene Arhin said President Akufo-Addo values the contribution of Dr Ofori-Tenkorang to the development of SSNIT. […]
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Osafo-Maafo’s son is new Director-General of SSNIT
President Akufo-Addo has appointed Kofi Bosompem Osafo-Maafo as the Director General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT). The new Director-General of SSNIT is the son of President Akufo-Addo’s Senior Advisor, Yaw Osafo-Maafo. The younger Osafo-Maafo takes over from Dr. John Ofori Tenkorang who has been instructed to hand over his duties by […]
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Govt’s delay in GH₵1.7m tax waiver threatening KATH project – Roosevelt
A member of the Health Committee of Parliament, Alexander Roosevelt, has criticized the Finance Ministry over the delay in approving a GH₵1.7 million tax waiver request for consignments intended for the Heal Komfo Anokye project. The renovation of the 70-year-old Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital has encountered obstacles due to the project’s inability to clear approximately […]
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GSE seeks tax incentives to boost investor participation
By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU ebenezer.njoku@thebftonline.com The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) is pushing for the reinstatement of the capital gains tax exemption on listed securities, with Managing Director Abena Amoah confident it would deepen investor participation and solidify the bourse’s gains. She believes the tax break, coupled with tax incentives for listing companies, would significantly […]
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Chris Wulff-Caesar appointed Managing Director of Unilever
Unilever Ghana PLC has appointed Mr. Chris Wulff-Caesar as its new Managing Director with effect from the 1st of April 2024. Mr. Wulff-Caesar is an accomplished International Business Executive with 24 years of FMCG experience gained across various countries, and is returning to Unilever Ghana PLC, where he began his career as a management trainee […]
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Oxfam calls for stakeholder collaboration to address gaps in Ghana’s tax system
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 […]
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Ecobank promises leadership in waste-to-wealth creation
By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU ebenezer.njoku@thebftonline.com Ecobank has pledged to remain a frontrunner in responsible waste disposal and conversion by promoting waste as a valuable resource. The commitment forms part of the bank’s week-long celebration themed: ‘Promoting Sustainability Through Waste Transformation: The Ecobank Way,’ launched at its Head Office in Accra. Setting the tone, Managing […]
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For global tax reform, the devil is in the details
By Jayati GHOSH While the technical details of international agreements may seem arcane or even trivial, they often commit governments to policies that have major economic consequences. This is especially true for low- and middle-income countries, which have long been on the receiving end of unfair treaties. International tax agreements are a case in point. […]
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New Juaben South: Education Director calls for security visibility in schools
The New Juaben South Municipal Education Director, Mustapha Haruna, has made a passionate appeal to the Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akufo Dampare, and the Police Management Board to enhance visibility in schools at night and on weekends. According to the education directorate, incessant break-ins into classrooms by hoodlums, recent electricity cable theft in […]
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Vehicle and Industrial Emission Tax: A silver bullet or a poisoned chalice?
By E. N. Kwame NKRUMAH (Dr) & David ALEMZERO (Dr) While ostensibly rooted in environmental concerns, the recent introduction of a Vehicle and industrial Emission levy in Ghana has ignited a profound and nuanced debate within the socio-political landscape. Critics argue that the hurried implementation of the levy raises questions about the government’s commitment to […]
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Governor meets UBA Group Managing Director
The Group Managing Director (GMD) of UBA Group, Mr. Oliver Alawuba, recently paid a working visit to the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Mr. Ernest Addison, in a meeting that underscored UBA’s commitment to regulatory compliance and strategic expansion in Ghana and beyond. Mr. Alawuba assured Governor Addison that UBA would continue to adhere […]
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Granting amnesty won’t improve challenges in tax collection – Economist
John Gatsi, a Professor of Economics at the University of Cape Coast (UCC), is sceptical about the proposed tax amnesty by Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. He believes that this measure will neither enhance tax payments nor address the challenges associated with tax payment. Dr. Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, has promised […]
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E-Levy, Bet Tax, Emissions Levy To Go– Bawumia
In a bold declaration, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, has announced that he will abolish the controversial e-levy, bet tax, and emissions tax if
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Emission tax: Economic and social genocide
Emission control limits the release of harmful gases from cars into the atmosphere. This includes hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide and oxides of nitrogen from engines, crankcases, fuel tanks and carburettors. Emission control systems are developed to prevent or reduce pollution from these sources and keep the atmosphere cleaner for everyone. Many advanced countries have introduced Low Emission […]
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NSA Director Hot Over GH¢ 160k
James Klutse Avedzi The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament has ordered the immediate arrest of the Northern Regional Director and Accountant of the National Sports Authority (NSA). The
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Savannah GES Director in critical condition after car crash, storekeeper dead
The Savanah Regional Director of the Ghana Education Service, Mrs. Mabel Judith Micah, is in critical condition after the car she was travelling in was involved in a crash on the Kumasi-Accra highway. The accident reportedly occurred between Suhum and Nsawam on Monday morning. The Regional storekeeper, Mr. Baba Wusamah, who was travelling with Mrs. […]
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