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We’ll abolish E-Levy, betting tax, offer one-time tax amnesty – Dr. Bawumia
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Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has expressed his resolve to abolish controversial E-Levy and betting when elected President in December.
According to him, under his presidency, there would be a one-time amnesty to boost businesses.Addressing party faithfuls at Takoradi during NPP’s Manifesto launch, Dr. Bawumia said, “We will accelerate Ghana’s growth into a world-class digital economy and make Ghana the digital hub of Africa.”
“We will do this through policies, competitive incentives and investments. We will invest in developing local talent and tech start-ups. Abolish E-Levy,” he added.
“Implement wide-ranging tax reforms-offer a one-time tax amnesty to all Ghanaians and corporate entities through Tax amnesty from the payment of taxes from the previous years. The waiving of interest and penalties for failures to file taxes in previous years. This will enable everyone to start their tax journey afresh,” he revealed.
Dr.Bawumia was optimistic that “It will “wipe the slate clean” for all taxpayers in Ghana – reform the Value Added Tax regime by merging all levies into a single line-item levy, and treat the merged levy as part of input and output VAT, to eliminate the cascading effect in the current regime – reduce Withholding Tax (WHT) for small-scale gold exports to 1% to discourage smuggling – abolish the Betting Tax.”
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Ghana Police Service, through the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD), will commence full implementation of its automated traffic law enforcement programme, TRAFFITECH-GH, from October 1, 2026.
According to the Service, the programme forms part of efforts to address indiscipline on Ghana’s roads and improve compliance with road traffic laws and regulations.
TRAFFITECH-GH will use cameras and Personal Data Assistant (PDA) devices to detect traffic offences and support the enforcement of road traffic regulations.
Under the programme, detected offences will be reviewed and Electronic Notices of Violation (ENV) issued to vehicle owners or drivers through SMS. The notice will indicate the offence committed and the prescribed fine.
The Service has therefore urged all motorists, drivers and vehicle owners to comply with road traffic regulations and support the implementation of TRAFFITECH-GH to promote safer roads and reduce road traffic crashes and casualties.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entrepreneur, Henry Brew Gardner has officially declared his intention to contest for the position of Agona West Constituency Youth Organizer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the upcoming constituency elections.
In a declaration statement, Mr. Gardner said he is stepping forward with humility, courage and commitment to the progress of the constituency.
“I am stepping forward because Agona West deserves a Youth Wing that is active, united, organized, visible, disciplined, and ready to work,” he stated.
According to him, his decision to serve the NDC in Agona West is not for personal glory but a call to service, to unite the youth, strengthen the grassroots and build a formidable youth front capable of winning elections.
“Our youth are not merely the future — we are the energy, strength, voice, and engine of our party today. We must therefore create a youth wing where every young person feels valued, heard, represented, and empowered to contribute,” he added.
Mr. Gardner said he believes in leadership that listens, engages, builds bridges and puts collective interest above personal ambition.
He outlined his vision to organize the grassroots, mobilize the youth, strengthen structures, promote unity, identify opportunities, support young people and build a stronger political force in every branch and ward of Agona West.
“I am not coming to divide. I am coming to unite. I am not coming to compete with our youth. I am coming to work with them. I am not coming for a title. I am coming to serve,” he declared.
He called for prayers, support and guidance, rallying the youth with the message: “Agona West Youth, Our Time Is Now!”
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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