The Centre for Policy Scrutiny is urging government to reconsider its stance on recently abolished taxes, proposing a restructured approach to boost domestic revenue without overburdening citizens.
At a policy forum, tax analyst Isaac Danso Agyiri argued that the scrapped E-Levy, COVID-19 levy, and betting tax could still play a vital role in strengthening Ghana’s fiscal position if redesigned to reflect current economic realities.
Rather than a full reinstatement in their previous form, he suggested adjustments such as increasing exemption thresholds and introducing caps on payments to ensure fairness and protect low-income earners.
According to him, these reforms could potentially generate up to GH¢18 billion by 2027—offering critical support at a time of rising public expenditure and limited fiscal space.
He further proposed that any revenue derived from such taxes be ring-fenced for pro-poor initiatives, aligning taxation with social equity and development priorities.
The proposal reopens debate over the balance between tax relief and revenue generation in Ghana, especially after the government scrapped the levies as part of its 2024 campaign commitments, citing the financial strain on citizens.
