President John Dramani Mahama has assured the public that his full cabinet will be unveiled within the next 14 days. This announcement comes in response to concerns raised by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who criticized the President’s approach to ministerial appointments, calling it “tot-tot.” Speaking at a special National Muslim …
Read More »Cabinet Removes 15% VAT On Electricity
Asaase News sources close to the government have confirmed that cabinet, at a meeting held on Friday 2 February 2024, has unanimously agreed to drop the previously approved policy of charging 15% value added tax (VAT) on electricity. This means that power consumers will no longer be required to pay …
Read More »Majority Leader To Executive : Cut Down On Number Of Ministers
The Majority Leader in Parliament and also Member of Parliament for Suame constituency in the Ashanti Region, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu has suggested a reduction in the number of ministers of state. According to him, fewer ministers than currently exist, will lower the pressure on the public purse. Speaking at a public …
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