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2024 Budget: Government Announces Major Tax Exemptions for Electric Vehicles and Sanitary Pads

In an unprecedented move aimed at boosting the country’s sustainable transportation and promoting affordable menstrual hygiene, Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta unveiled a series of tax waivers during the presentation of the 2024 Budget and Economic Statement to Parliament. The government has decided to eliminate import duties on Electric Vehicles (EVs) …

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West Blue Ghana Sues AG and GRA Over Termination of GH¢289m Contract

West Blue Ghana Limited has taken legal action against the Attorney-General (AG) and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) at the Commercial Division of the High Court in Accra. This move comes following the termination of a substantial contract worth GH¢289 million related to the National Single Window and Integrated Risk …

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Two Jubilee House soldiers, GIS officer remanded for alleged robbery

Six individuals, including four military personnel, an Immigration Officer, and a private security personnel, have been remanded into police custody by the Koforidua Circuit Court B. The accused individuals, identified as Sergeant Mensah Dominic, L/Cpl Tetteh Wayo, L/CPL Nyarko Bernard, PTE Eric Anim, L.C.O Richard Okyere, and Kelvin Marfo, were …

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2024 Budget: Though battered and Bruised, We Are Not Broken and Our Resilience is Manifesting – Ken Ofori-Atta, Minister of Finance

During the presentation of the 2024 budget to Parliament, Ghana’s Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, acknowledged the severe economic impact that unfolded in 2020. He highlighted a substantial decline in GDP growth, plummeting from 6.5 percent in 2019 to a mere 0.5 percent due to the harsh effects of lockdowns, …

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2024 Budget: Government Allocates GH¢220 Million for Akosombo Dam Spillage Relief Efforts

In a compelling move to address the aftermath of the recent Akosombo Dam spillage, Ghana’s Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, unveiled a comprehensive plan during the presentation of the 2024 budget to Parliament. A staggering GH¢220 million has been earmarked to support relief efforts, specifically targeting the affected communities and mitigating …

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2024 Budget: Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta Declares Sustainable Economic Recovery

In a compelling address to Parliament today, Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta affirmed the Ghanaian government’s proactive steps towards steering the nation’s economy onto a robust growth trajectory, propelling job creation opportunities in the process. Highlighting the swift implementation of robust fiscal and monetary policies since last year and into the …

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Government Plans Digital Youth Village for University of Ghana

The Minister for Communications and Digitalization, Mrs Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has revealed the government’s intention to construct a digital Youth Village at the University of Ghana, Legon. The primary goal is to foster sustainable learning experiences and empower the youth through cutting-edge technology, aiming for innovation and digital advancement. Despite initial …

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Government Announces 23% Salary Increase for Public Sector Workers in 2024

In a recent announcement, the Minister for Employment and Labour Relations, Ignatius Baffour Awuah, revealed a substantial increase of 23% in the salaries of public sector employees set to take effect in 2024. This decision was reached considering the current economic landscape in the country. The increment in salaries will …

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President Akufo-Addo Calls for Apology and Reparations Over Slave Trade Atrocities

President Akufo-Addo has made a fervent demand for a formal apology and reparations from the Western world for the atrocities committed during the slave trade era. Addressing attendees at the inaugural Accra Reparation Conference, he underscored the need for Africa to receive compensation for the historical human rights abuses suffered …

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Biography of Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo

Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo is a Ghanaian politician. He is the current Member of Parliament for Wa Central constituency in the Upper West Region of Ghana. Early life and education He was born on 5 May 1964 and hails from Wa in the Upper West region of Ghana. He had his Middle School Leaving Certificate in 1976. He also had his …

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