The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has reported that the integration of the Tax Identification Number (TIN) with the Ghana Card has significantly enhanced its operational capacity to identify tax evasion and under-reporting. According to Dominic Naab, Special Aide to the Commissioner-General, the data merger revealed approximately 12 million individuals who were previously missing from the tax database. Upon further screening, …

Trade and Industry Minister K.T. Hammond is currently defending the government against allegations from the Minority in Parliament regarding approximately GH₵12.5 billion in proposed tax waivers. The controversy began when the Ranking Member of the Trade and Industry Committee, Yusif Sulemana, claimed that the government is attempting to grant GH₵7 billion in new exemptions under the One District One Factory …

The Minister for Communications and Digitisation, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has confirmed that the Government of Ghana intends to keep its 30% shareholding in Ghana Telecommunications Company Limited (Vodafone Ghana). Speaking on the floor of Parliament on December 11, the Minister clarified that despite the recent change in majority ownership, the state has no plans to divest its remaining interest in the …

Parliament has granted approval for two major loan agreements totaling $350 million from the World Bank to strengthen Ghana’s environmental defenses and agricultural diversity. The first agreement involves a $150 million loan from the International Development Association for the second phase of the West Africa Coastal Areas Resilience Investment Project. This funding is specifically designed to enhance the socio-economic stability …

Samira Bawumia is a Ghanaian politician who serves as Ghana’s Second Lady. She is married to Mahamudu Bawumia, Ghana’s vice president. Early Life She is the only child of Hajia Ayesha Ramadan and Alhaji Ahmed Ramadan, the former National Chairman of the People’s National Convention (PNC), and was born on Wednesday, August 20, 1980. Education Samira attended the Answarudeen Islamic …

Following the lawsuit filed by actress Martha Ankomah against Kwadwo Nkansah (LilWin), we explore the reasons behind her decision to file the lawsuit. First, let’s look at the actress’s background. Who Is Martha Ankomah Martha Ankomah is a Ghanaian entrepreneur and actress. Born on November 21, 1985, she is the eldest child of a single mother. As a child, she …

Ghanaian actor, filmmaker, and activist Joseph van Vicker was born on August 1, 1977 and is more commonly known as Van Vicker. He is the CEO of the film production company Sky + Orange Production. Early Life Van Vicker was born to a Dutch father and a Ghanaian/Liberian mother. At the age of six, his father passed away. In interviews, …

Moesha Boduong is one of the most beautiful actress and influencers in Ghana. Moesha for the records has proved beyond doubt that she is and still the queen of Instagram no matter what, but before we dive into that lets take a look at a little background of her. Background Maurecia Babiinoti Boduong, commonly known as Moesha Boduong, is a …

Nana Kwame Bediako is a highly successful Ghanaian entrepreneur, philanthropist, and developer. He is the founder and chairman of the Kwarleyz Group, a real estate, finance, and property management company with operations across West Africa. In addition, Nana is the driving force behind the planned Petronia City and Wonda World Estate. As the head of the Kwarleyz Group, he oversees …

There is a lot of talent in Ghana’s entertainment industry, and two comedy superstars, Kwaku Manu and Kwadwo Nkansah, better known by his stage name Lil Win, have continuously delighted audiences with their distinct approaches. About Lil WinBorn on April 15, 1987, Kwadwo Nkansah, better known by his stage name Lil Win, is a Ghanaian comedian, musician, actor, and artist …

WHO IS AGYA KOO Alexander Kofi Adu, often known as Agya Koo, is a well-known comedian and actor from Ghana. He has a unique story of rising from humble beginnings as a shoemaker to become the most renowned comedian and performer in Ghana. He is also a musician and has released a couple of Highlife songs. Background Hailing from Ghana’s Ashanti …

The launch of the Jubilee South East (JSE) project has triggered a significant turnaround for Ghana’s energy sector, reversing previous production declines with a 10.7 percent increase in crude oil output. According to the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) 2024 semi-annual report, the country’s petroleum receipts surged by 55.6%, reaching a record $840.8 million in the first half of …

Vice President and NPP Presidential Candidate Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has officially launched myCreditScore, Ghana’s first personalized digital credit scoring system. Licensed by the Bank of Ghana, this homegrown initiative aims to solve one of the most significant barriers to economic growth in the country: the lack of a transparent and reliable way to assess individual creditworthiness. By providing a digital …

Dr. Papa Kwesi Nduom, the founder of the Progressive People’s Party (PPP), has announced a major public rally scheduled for the final week of November 2024 in Elmina. The event aims to intensify his long-standing campaign for the restoration of GN Bank, which had its license revoked during the government’s 2017 financial sector cleanup. In a recent broadcast titled “Disappointed …

Labadi Beach Hotel has reached a significant financial milestone by paying a dividend of GH¢16,509,000 to its sole shareholder, the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT). During the hotel’s recent Annual General Meeting, leadership highlighted that this payment reflects the institution’s strong commercial performance and its status as a premier destination in West Africa’s hospitality sector. Managing Director David …