Tag: fumigation
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COCMAG kicks against fumigation levy on imported raw materials for producing cement
As the country continues to grapple with the continuous increase in cement prices, local cement manufacturers say efforts are being made to avert high production cost in a bid to reduce the price of the product. They, however, say the continuous existence of a fumigation levy (Ghana Health Service Disinfectant levy) on imported raw materials…
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Transport operators, other businesses affected by disinfection exercise in Accra markets
Trading activities in 137 markets in Accra came to a halt on Monday to pave way for a disinfection exercise as part of government’s efforts to contain the spread of the coronavirus. Ghana has already recorded 247 cases with two deaths, and the cases are expected to go up. Operators of public transport, such as…
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Proposed cargo fumigation levy suspended indefinitely
Government has ordered the indefinite suspension of the proposed fumigation levy for shippers. The policy, was aimed at fumigating all imported cargo upon arrival at the ports. However, a statement signed by the Information Minister, Mustapha Hameed and copied to Citi Business News said, “After extensive consultation between the government and various stakeholders, the Economic Management Team…