Solomon Boakye
“Why Is Govn’t Easing Taxes for Small-Scale Miners While Increasing Levies on Big Firms?” – Tax Expert Questions Policy
KPMG tax expert Kofi Frempong-Kore criticizes Ghana’s mining tax policies, arguing they unfairly burden compliant firms while easing taxes for…
Gov’t to Formalize Labour Export to Protect Workers Abroad and Reduce illegal “Japa”
The government plans to formalize Ghanaian labour export, creating legal pathways for workers abroad, reducing illegal migration, protecting rights, and…
No Plan for Fuel Prices? GNCCI Questions 2025 Budget
GNCCI CEO Mark Badu Aboagye criticizes the 2025 Budget for lacking a fuel price strategy, warning it could hinder inflation…
From 1% to 3%: Mining Sector Blindsided by Sudden Tax Hike – Ghana Chamber of Mines
The mining sector is outraged as Ghana triples the Growth and Sustainability Levy to 3%, citing lack of consultation and…
GNCCI says 11.9% Inflation Target “Too Ambitious” Amid High Lending Rates and Food Price Instability
The GNCCI doubts the 2025 inflation target of 11.9% is achievable within the specified time, citing high lending rates, food…
2025 Budget: GNCCI Applauds Tax Cuts but Warns of Credit Squeeze for Businesses
GNCCI welcomes tax cuts but warns of business risks from government borrowing. Calls for clear VAT reform timelines, realistic inflation…
Adopting AI is Expensive, But Ignoring It Could Cost Ghanaian Banks More
Ghanaian banks face high AI adoption costs, but experts warn inaction could be costlier, risking competitiveness, security, and customer retention.…
Trading Volume Drops as Market Capitalization Slips to GH¢133.09Bn
GSE dipped as market capitalization fell to GH¢133.09 billion. Standard Chartered Bank, Enterprise Group, and GCB Bank gained, while CalBank…
GNCCI Welcomes VAT Reforms but Questions Implementation Timeline
GNCCI welcomes VAT reforms but urges a clear timeline, citing compliance challenges and inflation risks from Ghana’s complex VAT structure.…
Govt’s T-Bill Borrowing Strategy Could Crowd Out Private Sector – GNCCI Warns Businesses to Brace Themselves
GNCCI warns heavy government borrowing via T-bills may crowd out private sector credit, raise interest rates, and limit business growth.…
Falling T-Bill Rates Signal Renewed Investor Confidence – Finance Minister
Ghana’s Treasury bill rates have dropped below 20%, reflecting investor confidence, but concerns remain over debt obligations in 2027 and…
Ghana to Pay GH¢150.3 Billion in Domestic Debt Over Four Years, Straining Liquidity
Ghana faces a GH¢150.3 billion domestic debt burden, with major repayments in 2027-2028, tightening liquidity, straining government finances, and limiting…
Synergy Co. Ltd. to Set Up Training School & Solar Meter Plant in Ghana
Turkish firm Synergy Co. Ltd. plans to establish a solar and smart meter manufacturing plant in Ghana, alongside a training…
EU to Hit Back with $28.3 Bn in Tariffs Over U.S. Steel, Aluminum Duties
The EU plans $28.3 billion in retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods after Washington’s steel and aluminum duties, targeting whiskey, motorcycles,…
Ghana to Set Up Gold Board to Boost Economy and Strengthen Cedi
Ghana is establishing the Ghana Gold Board (GOLDBOD) to regulate gold trade, boost foreign reserves, strengthen the cedi, curb smuggling,…