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Tax experts are urging a review of the tax policies included in the manifestos of the NPP and NDC to determine their feasibility.

The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) has expressed strong opposition to the newly enacted Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA) Law.They argue that the government failed to engage with stakeholders before the legislation was passed by Parliament.Under the newly proposed GSA Law of 2024, importers and shipping service providers are required to register with the Ghana Shippers Authority and submit shipment notices.

The LPG Marketers Association (LPGMC), Ghana LPG Operators Association (GLIPGOA), and Gas Tanker Drivers Association (GTDA) have warned that the National Petroleum Authority’s (NPA) handling of the Cylinder Recirculation Model (CRM) could lead to the unemployment of over 10,000 workers in the LPG sector.

Starlink to begin operations in Ghana by the end of the month after following various regulatory requirements.

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The World Bank identifies election spending as the biggest threat to Ghana's economy ahead of the 2024 polls.

The World Bank has expressed contentment with how governments have utilized the COVID-19 funds.

The Accra Mall, West Hills Mall and Kumasi City Mall have been taken over by a South African real estate investment firm, Lango.This follows the completion of a new transaction deal worth more than US$200 million. The move is part of decision by Lango to enter more African markets with its retail business strategy.

Inflation for July tumbled to 20.9%. This represents a decline of 1.9 percentage points from that of June which was at 22.8%. According to the Ghana Statistical Service, food inflation went down to 21.5% from 24.0% in June 2024, while non-food inflation also fell to 20.5%.

The government reaffirms its commitment to engaging the private sector in the cylinder recirculation module while addressing industry concerns.