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Mahama ‘upset’ over GH¢85m goods diversion — Ampem Nyarko reveals

Deputy Minister for Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has disclosed that President John Dramani Mahama was “very upset” after being briefed on the interception of articulated trucks allegedly involved in a transit diversion and revenue evasion scheme at Ghana’s borders. The development follows a major enforcement operation by the Customs Division …

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Ghana Revenue Authority Refutes Claims of Commissioner-General’s Escape Amidst Controversial Audit

In response to allegations made by North Tongu Member of Parliament Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has categorically denied that Commissioner-General Rev. Dr. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah has absconded from the country. Ablakwa claimed that the Commissioner-General fled in connection with the ongoing audit of the agreement between the …

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Ghana Revenue Authority Enforces 10% Tax on Lotto Winnings Starting 2024

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has officially announced the commencement of a 10% withholding tax on gross winnings from all lotteries, including lotto, betting, gaming, and similar games of chance, effective from January 1, 2024. In a recent public notice, the GRA highlighted the implementation of the Withholding Tax introduced …

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Ghana Revenue Authority Introduces Vehicle Income Tax for Ride Hailing Owners

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has announced a significant change affecting ride hailing vehicle owners, including those associated with services like Uber, Yango, and Bolt. Effective from January 1, 2024, owners of commercial vehicles operating under ride hailing platforms are mandated to pay Vehicle Income Tax (VIT) in accordance with …

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