BUSINESS

GUTA fights GRA over plot to collapse businesses in Ashanti Region

The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) has accused the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) of harassing its members in the Ashanti Region. At a stakeholder meeting organised by the Chamber of Automobile Dealership Ghana (CODEG) in collaboration with the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority …

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Ghana reclaims position as Africa’s largest gold producer

Ghana has reclaimed its status as the largest gold producer in Africa, surpassing South Africa, according to the President of the Ghana Chamber of Mines. Last year, the country witnessed a remarkable 32% increase in gold production, allowing it to regain the top spot. After experiencing a notable decline in …

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List of loan apps breaching privacy rights of Ghanaians

The Data Protection Commission has released a list of some digital lending apps (loan apps) that have been breaching Ghana’s data laws by exploiting the information of Ghanaians who use their services. In a statement copied to GhanaWeb, the commission said that the operation of most of these apps are illegal …

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GES scraps tug of war and pillow fight as sports in school

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has cancelled the introduction of tug of war and pillow fights in Senior High Schools. The Tug of War and Pillow Fight Federation pushed for the sport to be approved in the second-cycle schools and was initially approved by the GES. However, stakeholders contend that …

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Common Types of Vaginal Infections and Their Causes

Vàginal infections are a common health concern among women that can lead to discomfort and disrupt daily life. These infections can be caused by various factors, including bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microorganisms. Understanding the different types of vàginal infections and their underlying causes is essential for effective diagnosis, treatment, …

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Nutritious Fruits to Eat Regularly For Weight Loss

  When it comes to weight loss, incorporating a variety of fruits into your diet can be a smart and delicious way to achieve your goals. Fruits are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants while being low in calories and high in water content. In line with a …

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What Happens To You When You Accidentally Eat Watermelon Seed?

We’ve all accomplished the snapshot of shock while gnawing into a watermelon and suddenly experiencing a seed. Our prompt response might be a blend of frenzy and the desire to rapidly let it out. In any case, there’s compelling reason need to stress. Incidentally drinking a watermelon seed is probably …

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UBA Ghana Interacts with customers In Kumasi

  Regional CEO for West Africa, Chris Ofikulu has met trading businesses in Kumasi as part of ongoing customer engagement sessions. The customers were drawn from the six Business Offices in the Ashanti Region. Chris intimated that, the essence of the meeting was to appreciate them, assess the experience levels …

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Cocoa prices reach 6-year high amid supply concerns

The global cocoa market experienced a surge in prices during April 2023, reaching a six-year high in both the London and New York markets, according to the April 2023 cocoa report by the International Cocoa Organization (ICCO). Prices of the front-month [May 2023] cocoa futures contract rose by 5 percent …

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Restore licences of banks killed for political reasons – Pianim

Renowned economist, Kwame Pianim has opined that commercial banks that were ‘wrongly’ collapsed due to political reasons must be granted back their operating licenses following the clean-up undertaken by the Bank of Ghana. He believes that once it has been proven that these banks were collapsed for the said political …

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TUC to report Sunon Asogli to International Labour Conference

Organised Labour has served notice of reporting the management of Sunon Asogli Limited to the International Labour Conference (ILC) on June 9, 2023. Addressing the media after a meeting in Accra on Thursday, June 1, the group expressed its disbelief that such injustice could be perpetrated in Ghana 67 years …

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Teacher licensing law will collapse our business – GNAPS

The Ashanti Regional wing of the Ghana National Association of Private Schools (GNAPS) has bemoaned the inclusion of teachers in private schools in the enforcement of the teacher licensing law. According to the association, the enforcement of the teacher licensing law to cover private school teachers will lead to the …

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ECG and NEDCo release tariff reckoner for new power tariffs

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) have released the tariff reckoner to guide consumers following the recently approved 18.6 percent increment in electricity tariffs by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC). The two entities have encouraged power consumers to go through the guide …

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Property rate: GRA exempt churches, schools, cemeteries others

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has exempted churches, cemeteries, and schools, among others registered with the Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) from the payment of property rate. According to the GRA, the Local Governance Act 2016 (Act 936) mandates all persons and corporate bodies who own immovable properties to …

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 U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Rallies Support for Zipline Operations

  United States Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia E. Palmer The United States Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia E. Palmer, has asked global healthcare players and governments within the sub-region to invest in the operations of Zipline so that it can extend its services more targeted areas throughout the nation.   Ambassador …

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