By Alexander Ayertey Odonkor According to the World Travel Market’s Global Travel Report from 2024 to 2033, the proportion of Chinese households with purchasing power to embark on international travel is set to “roughly double.” Attributed to rising incomes and more middle-class consumers, China’s growth is expected to add more than 60 million households to its existing population […] The post
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) in the Ashanti region celebrated this year’s Chocolate Day at the Kumasi Zoo with students and other patrons of the zoo. The day, marked by the distribution of chocolate, was under the theme, “Eat chocolate, stay healthy, grow Ghana.” The Authority, in its bid to promote the sector, encouraged the […] The post Tourism
Andrew Egyapa Mercer, the Tourism Minister-designate, has expressed enthusiasm about his new role, highlighting the significant opportunities within the tourism sector. His nomination on February 14 was part of a broader cabinet reshuffle announced by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, marking changes in key ministerial positions since his assumption of office in 2017. In an […] The post There
An economist, Professor John Gasti, says the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, will not be able to scrap the taxes on electronic financial transactions, also known as e-levy, as proposed if he is elected president of Ghana. Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia pledged to abolish the e-levy and four other taxes to […] The post It’ll
The Ghana Union Movement (GUM) has described Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s envisioned development plan for the country as a “cover-up to win votes.” The Union questioned the decision by the Vice President not to “acknowledge the failures of the Government” and expressed doubt over his promise to abolish some of the taxes introduced by […] The post Osofo
Some mobile money users in the Ashanti Region are sceptical about the promise Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia gave concerning the scrapping of the e-levy if he becomes president of Ghana. The controversial tax was introduced in 2022 by the Akufo-Addo government. While delivering a public lecture on his vision for the country after he […] The post Scrapping
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 Read More... The post E-Levy, Bet Tax, Emissions Levy To Go– Bawumia appeared
The Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has stated categorically that he will abolish the tax on electronic financial transactions popularly known as e-levy, if elected President of Ghana. The controversial tax was introduced in 2022, and before the introduction, Vice President Bawumia had declared his opposition to levies on electronic financial […] The post I’ll
The Food and Beverage Association of Ghana (FABAG) is calling on the government to immediately withdraw the Emissions Levy. In a statement dated February 5, FABAG said it believes the aspect of the tax that affects the industry is highly insensitive and anti-business. On February 1, 2024, the government introduced a new tax policy on […] The post Withdraw
In a strategic move to enhance economic ties between East and West Africa, Kenya is extending a warm welcome to Ghanaian tourists – aiming to boost inter-Africa trade. The Kenyan government, recognising the potential for collaboration, commenced the implementation initiatives to showcase the country’s diverse attractions and foster a deeper cultural exchange. Against this backdrop, […] The post
Dr. Elikplim Apetorgbor THE INDEPENDENT Power Generators, Ghana (IPGG) has indicated the implementation of the Emissions Levy may spike up the prices of power because it exerts a levy Read More... The post Independent Power Generators Kick
Kofi Atta Kakra Kusi The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) in collaboration with COCOBOD and Cocoa Processing Company, will from February 9 to 14 celebrate the 2024 National Chocolate Day Read More... The post GTA To Celebrate 2024 Chocolate Day appeared first on
The leadership of the Okada Riders Association is set to petition the Ministry of Transport next Monday to consider reducing the emissions levy. The Emissions Levy Act, 2023 (Act 1112), which imposes a levy on carbon dioxide equivalent emissions on internal combustion engine vehicles, started yesterday. The levy amount varies based on the type of […] The post Okada riders
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) yesterday begun the implementation of the Emissions Levy Act, 2023 (Act 1112), which mandates owners of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions on internal combustion engine Read More... The post Vehicle Emission Levy Implementation Begins
The Ghana Union of Traders Association is urging the government to abolish the recently introduced Emission levy. The Emission Levy, introduced by the Ghana Revenue Authority on February 1, 2024, seeks to impose a levy on carbon dioxide equivalent emissions on internal combustion engine vehicles. This move comes in response to the Ghana Private Road […] The post Suspend controversial
The National Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Henry Nana Boakye, popularly known as Nana B, is urging the Nana Akufo-Addo government to immediately withdraw the controversial Emissions Levy. He asserts that emission levies are typically imposed on developed nations that have embraced electric cars to address climate change. The National Organiser of the […] The post Withdraw
The Institute of Climate and Environmental Governance (ICEG) has expressed concerns about the lack of commitment by the government to invest revenue that will be accrued from the Emission Levy. The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) announced that the Emissions Levy Act, 2023 (Act 1112), which imposes a levy on carbon dioxide equivalent emissions on internal […] The post Don’t
The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has disclosed that it will increase transport fares following the imposition of the Emissions Levy which took effect on Thursday, February 1, 2024. The Emissions Levy which is contained in the 2024 budget is in line with the government’s efforts aimed at tackling greenhouse gas emissions to promote […] The post Emissions
Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama, has declared his unwavering confidence in winning the upcoming December elections, stating that there will be no need to contest the results in the Supreme Court. Instead of legal battles, Mahama emphasized the importance of vigilance and collective effort within the party to secure victory. During […] The post 2024
Failatu Abdul-Razak’s cook-a-thon has garnered not just delicious smells, but also tourism-boosting partnerships. The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) and Zaina Lodge have stepped up to offer even more enticing packages after the event concludes. Mr. Angelo Yossi Dogbe, GTA’s Northern Regional Director, has been a constant presence throughout the marathon. Beyond the already allocated funds […] The post Cook-a-thon:
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