BUSINESS

Organised Labour suspends demo against 15% VAT on electricity

Following the suspension of a planned demonstration against the implementation of a 15 percent Value Added Tax (VAT) on electricity, Organised Labour has called off its protest against the tax measure of government. Prior to this, various labour unions across the country had planned to proceed with the demonstration even …

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Asanteman not above anyone but I won’t allow us to be cheated – Otumfuo declares

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has warned individuals harbouring plans detrimental to the Asante people, according to a news report filed by Manhyia-linked opemsuo.com Speaking at the Kuntunkuni Durbar at the Manhyia Palace, Otumfuo emphasized Asanteman’s status as an independent state before the formation of modern-day Ghana. Otumfuo drew on …

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GRA auctioning COCOBOD’s chemicals, fertilizers, others over GH¢3.9 billion duty dispute

In a shocking development, the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) finds itself in a dire financial situation as its agro products, essential for the upcoming cocoa season, are being auctioned due to a failure to pay a staggering GH¢3.9 billion in duty to the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). This development, could …

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The 2 taxes government introduced in January 2024

In January 2024, the government introduced two new taxes, adding to the fiscal landscape of the country. These tax measures were announced as part of efforts to shore up revenue and support various developmental projects and initiatives. The first tax introduced was the controversial 15% Value Added Tax (VAT) on …

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If you are a man, come forward – What Mohammed Salisu allegedly told journalists after Mozambique draw

Angel FM’s Kofi Jerry has disclosed the background story to the viral video of Black Stars defender, Mohammed Salisu angrily gesturing to a Ghanaian journalist in the aftermath of Ghana’s 2-2 draw with Mozambique. A video in circulation on social media captures the AS Monaco defender making some gestures towards …

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Heirs Energies Celebrates Third Anniversary

Heirs Energies MD/CEO, Osa Igiehon (left) and Chairman of Heirs Energies Limited, Tony O. Elumelu   Significant Milestones in Production Growth, Transformational Community Engagement, and a Sound Safety Record   Heirs Energies, Africa’s foremost indigenous-owned integrated energy company, commemorated its three-year anniversary.   In a short timescale, Heirs Energy has …

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UK- Ghana Chamber of Commerce releases “2023 Ghana Business Environment and Competitiveness Survey Report”

Anthony Pile   The UK- Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC), a member-based trade association that promotes trade between the UK and Ghana, has released the 5th edition of its annual Ghana Business Environment and Competitive Survey Report for the year 2023.   Over 690 businesses, including UKGCC member and non-member …

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Traders at Keta Market lament excessive cost of eggs

Traders at the Keta market in the Volta region have lamented the excessive cost of egg prices due to the lack of poultry farms in the area. This, they said, was affecting their businesses due to the inadequate availability of eggs in the area, compelling them to buy from other …

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Oil palm products-smuggling on the rise

The Oil Palm Development Association of Ghana (OPDAG) has said incidents of oil palm products-smuggling into the country is intensifying despite several complaints made to designated authorities. President-OPDAG, Samuel Avaala, told B&FT that smugglers have been using unapproved routes while others take advantage of the ECOWAS Trade Liberalisation Scheme to …

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IMF approves second tranche of $600 million for Ghana as economic support

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has granted its approval for Ghana to receive an additional $600 million in the second tranche of a $3 billion, 36-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) Arrangement. The announcement, made in a statement on Friday, January 19, 2024, signifies the successful completion of the First review, …

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