Bussiness
Hawker at Ankobra Tollbooth appeal to Government to provide them with alternative livelihoods
Hawkers at the Ankobra Tollbooth have appealed to the government to provide them with alternative means of livelihoods following the closure of the Tollbooth on major roads in the country.
They lamented that the closure of the Tollbooths has affected their economic life as drivers no longer stop for passengers to patronize their goods and services.
The Minister for Finance, Mr.Ken Ofori Atta in presenting the 2022 budget statement to Parliament recently, announced the scrapping of Tolls on major roads in the country.
According to the hawkers, since the closure of the Tollbooth, their economic lives have worsened as the Tollbooth has been their source of livelihood for decades.
The spokesperson to the group, Madam Comfort Arisi who spoke on behalf of the hawkers, told the Ghana News Agency that the situation was having a telling effect on them.
Madam Arisi also expressed misgivings about the attitudes of some drivers who speed as they approached the bridge on the Ankobra River.
The hawkers also complained about the E-levy, stressing that it was unfair to them to pay e-levy while foreign drivers use the toll booth free of charge.
She described the situation as very disturbing and worrying as it has worsened their economic plight. -GNA
Bussiness
Global Market Volatility: Gov’t absorb GH¢2.00 per litre on diesel and GH¢0.36 per litre on petrol
Effective Thursday, April 16, 2026, which is the next pricing window, the Government will absorb GH¢2.00 per litre on diesel and GH¢ 0.36 per litre on petrol.
This intervention is intended to cushion customers and ease the cost burden on households, transport operators, and businesses.
The measure, approved by Cabinet, is in response to rising prices of petroleum products on the international market, which have significantly impacted ex-pump prices in Ghana.
This temporary intervention will remain in force for a period of one (1) month.
During this period government will continue to closely monitor developments in the global oil market and assess the need for further policy adjustments.
A statement signed by Minister of Government Communications, Felix Ofosu Kwakye noted that they remain commited to maintaining price stability, protecting livelihoods, and supporting Ghana’s economic recovery in the face of external shocks.
Ghana’s gold and minerals sector is set for a major spotlight as Meetings. Co, in partnership with key industry stakeholders, announces the Mining & Minerals Convention 2025, scheduled from August 26-27, 2025, at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City, Accra.
Held under the theme “Shaping the Future of Ghana’s Gold Industry,”‘ the Convention will convene government leaders, regulators, miners, refiners, investors, sustainability partners, innovators, and responsible mining, and global competitiveness,policy experts to explore strategies that position Ghana’s gold industry for long-term growth.
The two-day convention will feature presidential and ministerial keynote addresses, industry thought leadership, technical paper presentations, policy dialogues, fireside chats, exhibitions, and high-level networking sessions.
Convention delegates can anticipate a dynamic and insightful experience, marked by thought leadership from leading policymakers and regulators, in-depth discussions on key topics such as sustainability, ESG, digital gold, and responsible sourcing, as well as valuable opportunities to forge public-private partnerships and investment deals.
Moreover, the event will offer practical action points aimed at unlocking greater economic value for Ghana.
The 2025 edition will be supported by a strong coalition of strategic partners, including the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, the Minerals Commission, GoldBod, the Minerals Income and Investment Fund (MIIF), and the Ghana Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (GHEITI).
