The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced that the government will scrap the COVID-19 levy in its next budget.

Addressing hundreds of Ghanaian residents in Benin, the minister stated, “Only one more tax remains for the government to remove in order to fulfill its promise of eliminating four taxes imposed by the previous administration.”

The audience erupted in applause as the Foreign Minister highlighted that the betting tax, E-Levy, and emissions tax had already been scrapped following the president’s assent to the bills on April 2, 2025.

He also updated the Ghanaian community on developments back home, urging them to remain assured and trust the Mahama administration to honor its commitments to the people.

He mentioned that “the government is investing in the youth by setting aside funds to address their needs.”

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