Confusion in Ghana Over Tax Hike
The Ghanaian parliament has increased value-added tax amid protests from MPs representing minority parties.
Overlooking the central Kumasi market at closing time.
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Ghana:
Economy in Reverse Gear - Bawumiah
Ghanaian Chronicle, 15 November 2013
Ghana's economy has taken a backward turn and is in a reverse gear says the New Patriotic Party's 2012 running mate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. Read more »
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Ghana:
Electricity Tariff Reduced By 25 Percent
Ghanaian Chronicle, 11 November 2013
Government has reduced electricity tariff from by 25 percent from 78.9 per cent to 59.18 per cent with effect from October 1st. Read more »
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Ghana:
Killer Tariffs Shoot Up Steel Prices
Ghanaian Chronicle, 31 October 2013
Local steel manufacturers have increased prices of their products to commensurate with the increase in utility tariffs announced recently by the Public Utilities Regulatory… Read more »
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Ghana:
Industries Sweat Under Heavy Taxes
Ghanaian Chronicle, 25 October 2013
Most industries in Ghana are facing imminent collapse, mainly due to the high operational costs resulting from the cumulative taxes increases, fuel, and utility hikes. Read more »