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March 21, 2025March 21, 2025

Kumasi Market Fire Leaves Traders Devastated

A massive fire has ravaged a section of the Kumasi Central Market at Adum PZ, leaving a trail of destruction and despair in its wake. The blaze, which erupted in the early hours of Friday, March 21, has reduced numerous shops

March 19, 2025March 19, 2025

Report Drivers Charging Unauthorized Fares to Police – GPRTU

The Industrial Relations Officer of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), Abass Imoro, has urged commuters to report any driver demanding unapproved fare increases to the nearest police station. Imoro stressed that only the GPRTU and the Ghana Road Transport

March 17, 2025March 17, 2025

Ghana Boundary Commission to Restore Displaced International Markers

The Ghana Boundary Commission (GhBC) has revealed that numerous international boundary pillars, set up over time, have been displaced due to natural factors and environmental conditions. Major General Dr. Emmanuel Wekem Kotia, Commissioner General of the GhBC, emphasized the urgency of

March 17, 2025March 17, 2025

Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Deny Price Hike Links To Fare Increases

The Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association has dismissed claims by the Alliance of Drivers – Ghana, which alleges that rising spare parts prices are a key factor in their planned 20% fare increase, set to take effect on March 17,

March 14, 2025March 14, 2025

Price Of Ordinary Passport Booklet Reduced From GHc500 To GHc350 – Ablakwa

The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, is seeking an urgent amendment to the Fees and Charges Act to reduce the price of the ordinary passport booklet from GH₵500 to GH₵350. The price for the 32-page passport booklet was increased

March 13, 2025March 13, 2025

Finance Minister Expresses Confidence In Cedi’s Stability

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has expressed confidence in the Ghanaian Cedi, predicting it will perform well despite concerns about potential depreciation. In an interview, Dr. Forson reaffirmed the government's commitment to maintaining a strong currency through sound economic policies

March 12, 2025March 12, 2025

AGI Criticizes Increase In Growth and Sustainability Levy

The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) has expressed strong disapproval of the government's plan to increase the Growth and Sustainability Levy from 1% to 3% on the gross production of mining companies. Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson announced the increase and

March 11, 2025March 11, 2025

Government Scraps Betting Tax and E-Levy in 2025 Budget

In a significant move aimed at easing financial burdens and stimulating economic growth, the government has announced the abolition of the 10% Betting Tax and the 1% Electronic Levy (E-Levy) in the 2025 budget. Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson made

March 11, 2025March 11, 2025

Finance Minister Unveils Plan to Combat Inflation and Stabilize Cedi in 2025 Budget

The government has announced a comprehensive strategy to address inflation and exchange rate pressures, aiming to restore economic stability and provide relief to businesses and households. During the 2025 Budget Statement and Economic Policy presentation, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson

March 11, 2025March 11, 2025

Unpaid Pharmacists To Receive Relief In 2025 Budget, Finance Minister Pledges

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has promised to resolve the issue of over 300 pharmacists who have been working without pay since June 2023. During the presentation of the 2025 budget, Dr. Forson acknowledged the plight of the unpaid pharmacists,