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Ghana’s digital tax collection system took effect on 15 October 2026, shifting responsibility for the Ghana digital tax to banks and payment providers at the point of payment. The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has moved collection of existing taxes on foreign digital services to banks, mobile money operators and…
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Ghana | Economy
Ghana’s digital tax collection system took effect on 15 October 2026, shifting responsibility for the Ghana digital tax to banks and payment providers at the point of payment. The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has moved collection of existing taxes on foreign digital services to banks, mobile money operators and…
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The Department of Health has confirmed four new Mpox cases in South Africa, bringing the cumulative national total to 26 since 1 January 2026, up from 22.
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Le ministère des Finances de la République Démocratique du Congo (RDC) a annoncé pour ce mardi 20 octobre 2026, l’ouverture d’une nouvelle adjudication d’obligations du Trésor libellées en dollars américains, pour un montant de 40 millions de dollars américains. D’après le ministère des Finances, cette émission des…
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Interest rate developments in August 2026 continued to reflect the more expansionary monetary policy environment in the second half of 2025. Relative to August 2025, policy and market interest rates declined, consistent with the easing of inflationary pressures and improved macroeconomic conditions. According to the…
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Uganda’s billboard at a hockey game Zurich, Switzerland | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Uganda has signed a one-year sponsorship deal with the Champions Hockey League (CHL), Europe’s top club ice hockey competition, as it steps up efforts to attract high-spending Swiss travellers under the government’s Tenfold Growth Strategy.…
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Coris Bank International SA poursuit son engagement en faveur du développement des entreprises nationales et de la valorisation du savoir-faire burkinabè. Le mardi 13 octobre 2026, à Ouagadougou, la Banque a procédé à la signature de deux conventions de financement avec Black Mode 226 et Pallium Group, pour un montant…
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Credit extended by Nigerian banks to the manufacturing sector fell by 26.8% year-on-year to N5.19 trillion in June 2026, according to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), highlighting a decline in lending to manufacturers amid persistent operating challenges. The post Bank credit to Nigerian manufacturers…
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The EU-Tanzania roadshow 2026 took Tanzanian ministers and agencies to Helsinki, Cesena, The Hague, Rotterdam, and Antwerp between 28 September and 6 October, pitching critical minerals, agribusiness, renewable energy, digital, and port and rail projects from a 68-project, USD 30.1 billion pipeline. The roadshow leads…
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With 50 years of distinguished experience in Africa’s insurance and reinsurance sector, Steve Kyerematen’s career blends technical expertise, corporate leadership, and national service. From 1997 to 2007, he served as Regional Manager and Member of Operational Management for the Munich Reinsurance Group and Munich…
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COTU-K said it supports parliamentary oversight but warned that allegations made without evidence could damage an institution that millions of workers depend on for their retirement security.
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The Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested and charged Chama District Education Board Secretary Titus Mbewe, 56, over payments of nearly K2.5 million made while he headed education in Mkushi District. Mr Mbewe faces two counts of abuse of authority of office contrary to Section 21(1) of the Anti-Corruption Act,…
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Sponsors are required to cover beneficiaries for at least 12 months and ensure they have completed registration and means testing before payments are made.
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