- Ghana’s Government announced proposed changes to the value-added tax regime in its 2024 Budget.
- The Government plans to review VAT rates to ensure consistency for similar products, regardless of import or domestic production.
- A zero rate of VAT will be introduced for domestically assembled vehicles and locally made African prints.
- New rules will be implemented for standardized invoices and e-invoicing.
- Environmental levies will be introduced on plastic packaging and industrial and vehicle emissions.
- Import duties will be waived on agricultural machinery, equipment, and inputs not available locally.
- The stamp duty regime will be overhauled with rate increases.
- A Special Voluntary Disclosure Programme and simplified tax return will be launched to grow the taxpayer base.
Source: answerconnect.cch.com
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