Accra, Ghana — The Ghanaian Parliament has concluded its emergency session without fully addressing the core issues that prompted the recall, just weeks after the House had adjourned for recess at the end of July.
Despite high expectations, the two-day sitting on September 3rd and 4th, 2024, saw only one of the three major agenda items successfully concluded.
The session was convened under Order 53 of the Standing Orders of Parliament and Article 112 of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, following a request by 15% of Members of Parliament (MPs), which compelled the Speaker to recall the House.
The Majority Leader, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo Markin, led the charge by the Majority Caucus for the recall, highlighting three critical matters that demanded immediate attention including: the reconsideration of the Committee Report on the $250 million Financing Agreement for the Ghana Energy Sector Recovery Programme (ESRP), which had been rejected before the recess; the consideration of tax waivers for companies under the One District One Factory (1D1F) initiative and; the review of the Appointment Committee's report on the vetting of President Nana Akufo-Addo's nominees for the Supreme Court.
The session, which took place at the Dome of the International Conference Centre due to ongoing renovations in the Parliamentary Chamber, ended with only one of these issues resolved.
Parliament approved the $250 million Financing Agreement for the ESRP after reversing its previous decision on the matter, which had been disapproved on July 30th, 2024.
However, the other two critical agenda items were deferred, including the tax waivers for 1D1F companies and the Appointment Committee's report on Supreme Court nominees. MPs cited a lack of proper consultations and consensus as reasons for the postponement, leaving the objectives of the emergency session largely unmet.
This outcome has sparked concerns over the effectiveness of the recall, as many expected the House to address all the pressing issues at hand. The session's adjournment without resolving these matters now raises questions about the way forward for Parliament in handling such urgent affairs.
The Speaker is yet to announce when these deferred matters will be revisited.
Source: Clement Akoloh||parliamentnews360.com
[post_date_unix] => 1725577578 [post_date] => September 5, 2024 [post_modified] => September 5, 2024 [post_author_url] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/author/parliamentnews360/ [post_author_name] => Clement Akoloh [post_author_email] => senaakoloh@gmail.com [post_comments_no] => 0 [post_comments_link] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/parliaments-emergency-session-fails-to-achieve-key-objectives/#respond [post_theme_settings] => Array ( ) ) [1930] => Array ( [post_id] => 1930 [post_type] => post [has_post_thumbnail] => 1 [post_thumbnail_id] => 1932 [post_link] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/implementation-of-cement-pricing-regulations-to-lower-prices-says-trade-minister-kt-hammond/ [post_title] => Implementation of Cement Pricing Regulations to Lower Prices, Says Trade Minister KT Hammond [post_title_attribute] => Implementation of Cement Pricing Regulations to Lower Prices, Says Trade Minister KT Hammond [post_excerpt] => Ghana’s Minister for Trade and Industry, Alhaji Kwabena Tahir Hammond, has expressed confidence that cement prices will begin to decrease following the implementation of the Ghana Standards Authority (Cement Pricing) Regulations, 2024. [post_content] =>Accra, Ghana - Ghana’s Minister for Trade and Industry, Alhaji Kwabena Tahir Hammond, has expressed confidence that cement prices will begin to decrease following the implementation of the Ghana Standards Authority (Cement Pricing) Regulations, 2024.
The Legislative Instrument (LI), which recently matured in Parliament after the mandatory 21 sitting days, is expected to bring transparency to cement pricing in the country.
Addressing the media at the sidelines of an emergency parliamentary session on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, Minister Hammond emphasized that the measures put in place by his ministry, coupled with a robust regulatory framework, will provide much-needed relief to consumers in the construction sector.
“I am very hopeful that the nation will see the price of cement either coming down or at least stabilizing for once. I am confident about that,” the Minister stated.
Contrary to concerns that the government aims to dictate cement prices, Minister Hammond clarified that the regulation is intended to ensure that cement pricing accurately reflects production costs. The LI requires cement producers to justify their prices with proper documentation, which would enable the government to assess whether prices are fair.
“Factors of production, maybe at the end of the day, cement should be about 20 Cedis, 40 Cedis, or 50 Cedis. We don’t know the top-ups, so we are asking for transparency. What will happen if we ask for your document and you satisfy us that these are the reasons why you are charging 100 or 200 Cedis and we say we think it is within range? What is the problem with that?” he quizzed.
Despite resistance from some industry players, whom the Minister referred to as a "cabal," he remains resolute in his mission to ensure transparency in the cement industry. He revealed that certain groups have written letters to his office in opposition to the regulation but insisted that these efforts would not deter him from investigating the real cost of cement production and its fair market price.
Minister Hammond concluded by stressing that the government's primary goal is to protect consumers and create a fair market environment in the cement industry, promising that the new regulations will bring positive change to the sector.
Source: Clement Akoloh||parliamentnews360.com
[post_date_unix] => 1725553841 [post_date] => September 5, 2024 [post_modified] => September 5, 2024 [post_author_url] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/author/parliamentnews360/ [post_author_name] => Clement Akoloh [post_author_email] => senaakoloh@gmail.com [post_comments_no] => 0 [post_comments_link] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/implementation-of-cement-pricing-regulations-to-lower-prices-says-trade-minister-kt-hammond/#respond [post_theme_settings] => Array ( ) ) [1916] => Array ( [post_id] => 1916 [post_type] => post [has_post_thumbnail] => 1 [post_thumbnail_id] => 1917 [post_link] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/speaker-orders-committee-to-revisit-ada-songor-lagoon-dispute-report/ [post_title] => Speaker Orders Committee to Revisit Ada Songor Lagoon Dispute Report [post_title_attribute] => Speaker Orders Committee to Revisit Ada Songor Lagoon Dispute Report [post_excerpt] => The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Bagbin, has directed the Mines and Energy Committee to revisit its report on the ongoing dispute between Electrochem Ghana Ltd and indigenous salt miners at the Ada Songor Salt Lagoon. [post_content] =>Accra, Ghana — The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Bagbin, has directed the Mines and Energy Committee to revisit its report on the ongoing dispute between Electrochem Ghana Ltd and indigenous salt miners at the Ada Songor Salt Lagoon.
The Speaker expressed dissatisfaction with the Committee's findings, noting that the report failed to address key concerns raised by some stakeholders.
The dispute between the investor, Electrochem, and local salt miners has become a contentious issue, with both sides claiming rights over the lagoon's resources. The Committee's report, which was presented to Parliament, was adopted but with a mandate for further investigation into unresolved matters.
Rt. Hon. Bagbin emphasized that the report did not capture the full spectrum of issues, particularly those that had been brought to his attention by affected parties.
He instructed the Committee to delve deeper into several critical areas, including the validity of additional lease agreements for Ada West and Ada East; The application and relevance of PNC Law 287, and its implications for Electrochem Ghana Limited's leases and future operations; Compensation for affected parties; Further engagements with all relevant stakeholders.
Tensions flared when the Ranking Member of the Committee, Al Hassan Sohuyini, criticized the report, claiming that it did not reflect the views of the Committee members. He alleged that the Chairman, Samuel Atta Akyea, had unilaterally authored the report without the knowledge of the other members.
In light of these concerns, the Speaker's directive aims to ensure a more comprehensive and fair resolution to the impasse.
The Parliament has since adjourned sine die and is expected to reconvene in October to conclude its work before the 8th Parliament's term ends, with the general elections scheduled for December 2024 fast approaching.
Source: Clement Akoloh||parliamentnews360.com
The Mass Action for Sustainable Development in Africa (MASDA), led by Policy Analyst and Former General Secretary of the Peoples National Convention (PNC), Atik Mohammed, has called on the Parliament of Ghana to carefully consider the ratification of the lithium mining agreement with Barari DV Ghana Ltd.
The agreement, presented to Parliament by the Lands and Natural Resources Minister in July, has been under review by the Lands and Forestry Committee.
During a meeting with the Committee on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, stakeholders expressed concerns about the agreement, urging Parliament not to rush the ratification process. Atik Mohammed emphasized the importance of addressing fundamental issues within the agreement before moving forward.
“There seems to be a haste to get the entire agreement passed,” Atik Mohammed stated after his appearance at the Committee. “If you look at the concerns all the stakeholders have raised, it tells you that there are issues that need to be addressed before we can even think about signing this agreement.”
The government has praised the negotiated 13% royalty rate in the agreement, which exceeds the minimum 10% requirement, as a significant improvement over previous mining agreements in the country. However, Atik Mohammed argued that relying on negotiation skills alone is unsustainable. He called for the introduction of a Legislative Instrument to establish fixed royalty rates for critical minerals like lithium.
“The existing law allows for negotiation beyond the 10% carried interest rate, but this is not law; it’s simply negotiation,” Atik Mohammed pointed out. “Lithium is like our new oil, given the green transition. We should take our time to develop a fiscal and regulatory framework, just as we did when we discovered oil, to ensure long-term benefits for Ghana.”
He urged Parliament to prioritize creating a sustainable framework that would maximize revenue and address other concerns raised by stakeholders before ratifying the agreement.
Source: Clement Akoloh||parliamentnews360.com
[post_date_unix] => 1725399991 [post_date] => September 3, 2024 [post_modified] => September 3, 2024 [post_author_url] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/author/parliamentnews360/ [post_author_name] => Clement Akoloh [post_author_email] => senaakoloh@gmail.com [post_comments_no] => 0 [post_comments_link] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/hold-on-to-ratification-of-lithium-mining-lease-with-barari-stakeholders-urge-parliament/#respond [post_theme_settings] => Array ( ) ) [1907] => Array ( [post_id] => 1907 [post_type] => post [has_post_thumbnail] => 1 [post_thumbnail_id] => 1908 [post_link] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/ghana-revenue-authority-adopts-customer-centric-approach-to-boost-revenue-collection/ [post_title] => Ghana Revenue Authority Adopts Customer-Centric Approach to Boost Revenue Collection [post_title_attribute] => Ghana Revenue Authority Adopts Customer-Centric Approach to Boost Revenue Collection [post_excerpt] => The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has announced a shift towards a more customer-centric and collaborative approach to revenue collection, as part of its efforts to meet national revenue targets. [post_content] =>Accra, Ghana – The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has announced a shift towards a more customer-centric and collaborative approach to revenue collection, as part of its efforts to meet national revenue targets.
This new strategy replaces the previously criticized "Rambostyle" enforcement methods and is already proving effective, according to Daniel Edisi, the Deputy Commissioner of GRA in charge of Operations.
Speaking at a Capacity Building Workshop for Members of the Parliamentary Press Corps (PPC) in Accra, Mr. Edisi explained that the GRA’s new approach emphasizes education and collaboration with stakeholders. This, he said, has led to a significant achievement – meeting the mid-year revenue target for the first time in six years, an impressive feat given the challenges of an election year.
“It is now a bit of collaboration and education. Going forward, that is the strategy we are using, and it is already gaining some advantages for us,” Mr. Edisi stated. “We are sure we will be able to meet the target at the end of the year.”
The workshop, held at the Best Western Plus Beach Resort in Nungua, Greater Accra, forms part of GRA’s broader Tax Education Month initiative. The goal is to engage the media and other key stakeholders to help educate the public on the importance of tax compliance for national development.
Mrs. Florence Assante, the Deputy Commissioner in charge of Communications and Public Affairs, underscored the importance of the training session for the Parliamentary Press Corps, emphasizing that it is critical for the media to understand and convey the GRA’s new customer-focused approach to the public.
“Taxation is a bit technical, so you need to explain and explain, and that is what we are trying to do. Now GRA is ‘customer-centric,’ and please carry this message across and let’s work together. Because without taxes, we can’t grow our nation and we can’t do anything,” she said.
During the workshop, Assistant Commissioners Lawrence Hotsonyame and Alphonse Quainoo provided journalists with insights into the GRA’s mandate, legal framework, and the customs processes and procedures. This knowledge-sharing is intended to enhance the media’s ability to report accurately on taxation matters and contribute to the broader goal of improved tax compliance.
The GRA’s shift in strategy, coupled with its ongoing engagement with the media and other stakeholders, marks a significant step in the Authority's efforts to ensure sustainable revenue generation for Ghana’s development.
Source: Clement Akoloh||parliamentnews360.com
[post_date_unix] => 1724500318 [post_date] => August 24, 2024 [post_modified] => August 24, 2024 [post_author_url] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/author/parliamentnews360/ [post_author_name] => Clement Akoloh [post_author_email] => senaakoloh@gmail.com [post_comments_no] => 0 [post_comments_link] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/ghana-revenue-authority-adopts-customer-centric-approach-to-boost-revenue-collection/#respond [post_theme_settings] => Array ( ) ) [1904] => Array ( [post_id] => 1904 [post_type] => post [has_post_thumbnail] => 1 [post_thumbnail_id] => 1905 [post_link] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/agis-supports-presidential-assent-of-gsa-law/ [post_title] => AGI’S SUPPORTS PRESIDENTIAL ASSENT OF GSA LAW [post_title_attribute] => AGI’S SUPPORTS PRESIDENTIAL ASSENT OF GSA LAW [post_excerpt] => The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) has expressed reservation at the posture and pronouncements of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) concerning the President of Ghana, His Excellency, Nana Addo-Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s much-expected assent to the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) law, which was passed about some three (3) weeks ago. [post_content] =>The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) has expressed reservation at the posture and pronouncements of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) concerning the President of Ghana, His Excellency, Nana Addo-Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s much-expected assent to the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) law, which was passed about some three (3) weeks ago.
The AGI believes firmly that the GSA law as passed has the interest of all players in the shipping and logistics industry at heart and should be supported by the entire business community and all well-meaning Ghanaians.
Expressing great surprise at the stance of GUTA, the AGI speaking through its President, Dr. Humphrey Ayim Darke said that, “the GSA Act will reduce significantly, if not totally eliminate arbitrary clearing charges at the ports, and will empower the GSA to act on behalf of the State to hold all players accountable.
"It would make those who engage in unfair business practices that abuse the rights of shippers to account for their acts which in the long run impacts the consumer who patronizes goods and services in the country negatively”. He added that, “rather than stifle businesses, the GSA law will instead empower Indigenous Ghanaian businesses to play a meaningful role in the commercial shipping and logistics sector”.
The AGI urged that, the engagement with stakeholders of the industry which the GSA started just a day after the law was passed, should be leveraged by all concerned to use dialogue to address any concerns they have or envisage. They believe that, such an approach is necessary to make Ghana an attractive and competitive trading destination and transit route for international trade, and will guarantee beneficial progress for the commercial trading sector.
It is in this regard that the AGI respectfully calls on H.E the President, Nana Addo-Dankwa Akufo-Addo to assent to the law at his earliest convenience in the interest of the majority of the multiple stakeholders of the shipping and logistics sector.
[post_date_unix] => 1724481579 [post_date] => August 24, 2024 [post_modified] => August 24, 2024 [post_author_url] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/author/parliamentnews360/ [post_author_name] => Clement Akoloh [post_author_email] => senaakoloh@gmail.com [post_comments_no] => 0 [post_comments_link] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/agis-supports-presidential-assent-of-gsa-law/#respond [post_theme_settings] => Array ( ) ) [1900] => Array ( [post_id] => 1900 [post_type] => post [has_post_thumbnail] => 1 [post_thumbnail_id] => 1901 [post_link] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/calls-to-halt-shippers-authority-law-unfounded-importers-exporters-association/ [post_title] => Calls to Halt Shippers’ Authority Law Unfounded – Importers & Exporters Association [post_title_attribute] => Calls to Halt Shippers’ Authority Law Unfounded – Importers & Exporters Association [post_excerpt] => The Importers & Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) has dismissed calls from certain players in the commercial shipping industry urging President Nana Akufo-Addo to halt his assent to the Ghana Shippers' Authority (GSA) Law 2024, labeling these calls as unfounded. [post_content] =>The Importers & Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) has dismissed calls from certain players in the commercial shipping industry urging President Nana Akufo-Addo to halt his assent to the Ghana Shippers' Authority (GSA) Law 2024, labeling these calls as unfounded.
IEAG President Sampson Asaki Awingobit stated that the law, in its current form, is essential for ensuring that every stakeholder in the commercial shipping value chain acts responsibly and is held accountable. He emphasized that the law creates a more structured and regulated environment for trade, safeguarding the interests of both importers and exporters.
While groups like the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) and the Ghana Institute of Freight Forwarders (GIFF) have raised concerns about specific sections of the law and called for a delay in its assent, the IEAG maintains that the new GSA law is a crucial step toward enhancing transparency and efficiency within the shipping and logistics industry. Mr. Awingobit acknowledged the need for ongoing dialogue but argued that this should not impede the law's enactment.
In a recent media interview, Mr. Awingobit highlighted the inclusion of representatives from the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), the Chamber of Commerce, and GUTA on the GSA's Board as a positive development. He also noted that ad-hoc committees, consisting of various stakeholders, are expected to be formed to draft the Legislative Instrument (L.I.) that will regulate and implement the Act.
"We are still waiting for the Ghana Shippers' Authority to invite us to form this ad-hoc committee," he said. "I was surprised to see that my colleagues have issued a statement calling for the President not to assent to the passed bill. I believe that the current Ghana Shippers' Authority Act is intended to support the business community, especially shippers, importers, and exporters. The Shippers' Authority has shown a willingness to listen to us, and I am confident that the door is still open for further engagement.”
The IEAG has also called for clear guidelines and support from the GSA to help businesses adapt to the new regulations, ensuring that the law serves as a facilitator of smoother and more efficient trade operations rather than a barrier.
Mr. Awingobit further explained the importance of the Act in protecting importers from exploitation by carriers who impose excessive charges. "Sometimes, when an importer pays the port charges but cannot cover the additional fees imposed by the carrier, the carrier will hold the cargo, even when higher authorities have intervened. Now that the Shippers' Authority has an Act to regulate this industry, I am fully prepared to engage, and I know that others share this commitment," he added.
The IEAG remains optimistic that the new law will bring positive changes to Ghana's trade sector and looks forward to continued engagement with the GSA and other stakeholders to ensure its successful implementation.
Source: Clement Akoloh||africanewsradio.com
[post_date_unix] => 1724479281 [post_date] => August 24, 2024 [post_modified] => August 24, 2024 [post_author_url] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/author/parliamentnews360/ [post_author_name] => Clement Akoloh [post_author_email] => senaakoloh@gmail.com [post_comments_no] => 0 [post_comments_link] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/calls-to-halt-shippers-authority-law-unfounded-importers-exporters-association/#respond [post_theme_settings] => Array ( ) ) [1893] => Array ( [post_id] => 1893 [post_type] => post [has_post_thumbnail] => 1 [post_thumbnail_id] => 1894 [post_link] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/minority-forces-early-adjournment-of-parliamentary-business-due-to-lack-of-quorum/ [post_title] => Minority Group Returns from Court, Forces Early Adjournment of Parliamentary Business Due to Lack of Quorum [post_title_attribute] => Minority Group Returns from Court, Forces Early Adjournment of Parliamentary Business Due to Lack of Quorum [post_excerpt] => In a dramatic turn of events, the Minority Group in Ghana’s Parliament forced an early adjournment of proceedings on Thursday, June 20, 2024. This came after the group returned from court in solidarity with their Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson. [post_content] =>Accra, Ghana - June 20, 2024
In a dramatic turn of events, the Minority Group in Ghana’s Parliament forced an early adjournment of proceedings on Thursday, June 20, 2024. This came after the group returned from court in solidarity with their Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson.
The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC)-led Minority had earlier declared that they would boycott parliamentary sessions as long as Dr. Forson was scheduled to appear in court, alleging political persecution against their Leader.
The day’s sitting, which was supposed to start at 10 AM, was delayed for over six hours as the Majority side struggled to gather the required 138 Members of Parliament to form a quorum. The House finally convened a few minutes before 4 PM with only about 16 Majority Members present.
Due to the absence of the Minority MPs, the scheduled parliamentary questions, which were meant to address constituents' concerns, had to be postponed. Despite the low attendance, the House moved forward with the consideration stage of the National Road Authority Bill.
Midway through the proceedings, a section of the Minority leadership, including the Minority Chief Whip, Governs Kwame Agbodza, entered the chamber.
Agbodza immediately raised objections, criticizing the rushed consideration of the Bill and accusing the presiding Second Deputy Speaker, Andrew Kwame Asiamah, of facilitating the process without proper scrutiny. He also pointed out that many MPs involved in the discussion lacked adequate knowledge of the Bill.
"You are not making the law for the NPP; you are making the law for the country, so allow us to do a thorough job. I can guarantee you majority of the people on this side, probably with the exception of the Former Majority Leader, probably don't have the understanding of the Bill as it ought to be...
"Mr. Speaker, don't be tempted to think that you are helping them to rush through the Bill. Because you might end up passing a Bill which would become very ridiculous. Allow us to take time. We are not opposed to this Bill," he cautioned.
The situation escalated when Former Deputy Minority Leader, James Klutse Avedzie, cited Standing Order 64 to officially highlight the lack of quorum. At the time of the headcount of the MPs present in the House at the time, they were not more than 50. The number fell short of the 1/3 requirement of the 275 MPs which comes up to 92. This move compelled the House to adjourn early, disrupting the legislative agenda for the day.
The Minority’s strategic return and subsequent actions underscore the ongoing tensions within Parliament and highlight the challenges of maintaining quorum and legislative productivity amidst political disputes. The NDC’s stance and the Majority’s response will likely continue to shape the parliamentary landscape in the coming weeks.
Source: Clement Akoloh||parliamentnews360.com
[post_date_unix] => 1718930312 [post_date] => June 21, 2024 [post_modified] => June 21, 2024 [post_author_url] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/author/parliamentnews360/ [post_author_name] => Clement Akoloh [post_author_email] => senaakoloh@gmail.com [post_comments_no] => 0 [post_comments_link] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/minority-forces-early-adjournment-of-parliamentary-business-due-to-lack-of-quorum/#respond [post_theme_settings] => Array ( ) ) [1890] => Array ( [post_id] => 1890 [post_type] => post [has_post_thumbnail] => 1 [post_thumbnail_id] => 1891 [post_link] => https://parliamentnews360.com/index.php/10-private-companies-express-interest-in-completing-saglemi-housing-project-minister/ [post_title] => 10 Private Companies Express Interest in Completing Saglemi Housing Project – Minister [post_title_attribute] => 10 Private Companies Express Interest in Completing Saglemi Housing Project – Minister [post_excerpt] => The Minister for Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has announced that ten private companies have expressed interest in completing the stalled Saglemi Affordable Housing Project. [post_content] =>Accra, Ghana - The Minister for Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has announced that ten private companies have expressed interest in completing the stalled Saglemi Affordable Housing Project.
This project, initiated by the previous NDC administration, saw the completion of 1,506 out of an intended 5,000 housing units funded by a $200 million loan.
The current administration halted the project upon taking office, citing alleged irregularities in the contract awarding process and subsequently leaving the project dormant while investigations were conducted.
Recently reassigned from the Information Ministry, Minister Oppong Nkrumah informed the press in Parliament on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, that the government has solicited proposals from local and international construction firms to revive the project.
The cabinet has resolved to select a private developer or consortium to invest in the project following an assessment by the Ghana Institute of Surveyors, which estimated an additional $100 million is needed to complete and operationalize the housing units.
"Currently, about ten entities have expressed interest and are undergoing the selection process. We expect to receive their bids by the 8th of July. We are also in the process of selecting an independent evaluation organization, which will be approved by the PPA to conduct the evaluation. Based on their findings, we will make our final decision," Minister Oppong Nkrumah explained.
He also reiterated the government’s dedication to finishing all incomplete affordable housing projects across the country. Highlighting other initiatives, he mentioned, "In Koforidua, we are also working to re-award a contract for one of President Kuffuor’s affordable housing projects that has been pending since before 2008. The State Housing Company, following our directive, is actively working on this."
The Minister further noted the progress made in other regions, stating, "At TDC, we have completed about 1,000 units since 2020 and are about to commence construction on an additional 800 units."
This renewed commitment signifies a strategic move to address the housing deficit in Ghana and provide affordable housing solutions to the populace.
Source: Clement Akoloh||parliamentnews360.com
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