Tag: Kenneth Ashigbey
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We’re working to ensure successful implementation of E-levy – Telcos Chamber
The Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, says despite the tough demands that come with the reconfiguration of the systems of Electronic Money Issuers (EMI’s) in Ghana, for the implementation of the Electronic transfer Levy (E-Levy), its members are committed to making sure the implementation comes off successfully. The implementation of the E-levy, which is expected to…
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Protect our infrastructure for better services – Telecoms Chamber appeals to consumers
Ghanaians have been urged to desist from actions that lead to the destruction of telecommunication infrastructure across the country, as the Telecoms sector strives to provide uninterrupted communication and financial services. The general public has been advised to increasingly depend on digital solutions, while observe social distancing, by limiting the use of physical cash among…
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NCA permits telcos to send ‘emergency’ messages on COVID-19
The National Communications Authority (NCA), has granted the four telecommunication companies operating in the country,namely AirtelTigo, Glo, MTN and Vodafone, the permission to send Emergency Communications from the Ghana Health Service (GHS) on the COVID-19 Global Pandemic to all their subscribers. According to the Authority, the arrangement forms part of efforts to educate consumers and…
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Telecoms Chamber contemplates possible reduction in MoMo charges to boost digital transactions
The Ghana Chamber of Telecoms says it is holding emergency discussions with relevant stakeholders, to possibly reduce mobile money charges across all networks, to improve the usage of such platforms for transactions as against the use of cash. This follows concerns that the continuous use of cash by the general public could aid in spreading…
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Telcos to publish new cost of data after ending upfront CST deduction
Telecommunication Companies are to publish a new cost of tariff, following the implementation of the Communications Service Tax. The 9% Communication Service Tax which was earlier charged upfront after an increase from 6 to 9 percent in the mid-year budget, is now being charged as consumers use their airtime or data. The Ghana Chamber of…
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Telcos request audit report on alleged tax under-declaration
The Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications is requesting an audit report that suggests that some telcos in the country under-declared taxes from 2015 to March 2017. The Communications Minister, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, while addressing the media announced that the implementation of the KelniGVG’s revenue assurance and traffic monitoring centre for Mobile Network Operators saved the country GH¢1.5…