- Ghana’s finance minister presented the country’s 2024 budget in parliament.
- The projected value of the economy is expected to increase from GHC 219.5b in 2016 to GHC 1tn.
- The budget allocates GHC 4b to address issues in the financial sector.
- Opposition members of parliament criticize the budget for introducing more taxes during a time of economic hardship.
- The budget includes measures such as zero VAT on locally manufactured sanitary pads and support for flood victims.
- The construction of the La general hospital will begin next week.
- Tax waivers are provided for the local textile industry, agricultural machinery, and vehicles.
- The government plans to increase total expenditure and expects financial support from the IMF and World Bank.
- A task force will be formed to boost the night economy and ensure security and lighting infrastructure.
Source: bbc.com
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