Tax revenue generation remains one of the most central activities of any nation-state. The state collects taxes and efficiently redistribute the resources as part of its allocation function.
However, since independence, Ghana has struggled to collect enough taxes relative to the size of its economy.
In this briefing paper, we examine ways that Ghana can use tax policy to increase revenues while also supporting business growth and industry competitiveness, especially in a Ghana Beyond Aid and post-COVID context.
Our analysis focuses on a historical examination of Ghana’s economy and tax structures, assessment of the initial tax policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic, and the role of tax policy in supporting recovery from the pandemic.
Read the full paper below:
Latest Stories
-
‘It’s unfortunate we had to protect the public purse from Akufo-Addo’ – Ablakwa on ORAL Team’s mission
30 minutes -
Congo lawyers say Apple’s supply chain statement must be verified
56 minutes -
Stampede in southwestern Nigerian city causes multiple deaths
1 hour -
Tens of thousands without water in Mayotte as curfew brought in
2 hours -
ORAL: We won’t witch-hunt, we’ll focus on transparency, not revenge – Ablakwa
2 hours -
Attempted robbery: Accused claims he carried cutlass for protection
2 hours -
Excavator operator jailed for stealing
2 hours -
African fans age-shame me for putting on some outfits – Tiwa Savage
3 hours -
Tiwa Savage criticised by female fans for stance on cheating in relationships
3 hours -
Bank of England expected to hold interest rates
3 hours -
Congo river boat sinks killing at least 22
3 hours -
Nigeria approves Shell’s $2.4 billion asset sale to Renaissance
3 hours -
Embattled Liberian speaker questioned by police over parliament fire
4 hours -
‘I won’t be a judge in my own court; ORAL is about protecting public purse’ – Ablakwa
5 hours -
Bawumia joins thousands in Kumasi for burial prayers for Ashanti Regional Imam
5 hours