PSCAG Discusses Government’s Revenue Mobilization Drive

The Private Sector Anti-Corruption Group (PSCAG), an association-led institution made up of various Chambers in the country, held a closed-door discussion with officials of the Ghana Revenue Authority to assist the country to increase domestic revenue mobilization and discuss some associated challenges with tax collection.

The encounter held on Wednesday, June 10 at the Villa Boutique Hotel in Osu was attended by representatives of the GRA, PwC, KPMG, EY, and heads of the various Chambers of Commerce in the country.

Speaking on reforms at the GRA to aid tax collection, Deputy Commissioner Daniel Edisi, outlined new digital approaches to mobilize revenue across various sectors of the economy.

“Payment of taxes will be cashless and digital to speed up time spent paying taxes and improve accountability in the tax collection process”

In answering questions on the perception of harassment from GRA officials, Mr. Edisi urged the attendees to take advantage of the newly created Tax Audit and Quality Assurance Department (TAQA) to report such officers for investigations and swift sanctions applied.

“Report these recalcitrant officers on condition of unanimity to TAQA and they will be punished accordingly if investigated and found guilty”

Mr. Dominic Naab and Mr. Victor Akogo, also of the GRA addressed attendees and answered questions about withholding taxes, VAT, exemptions, and tax assessment. They advised businesses to desist from making false representations during tax audits. The trade associations also applauded the government for its digital drive in tax collection but urged the GRA to communicate and engage with businesses on regular basis. They also called on the government as a matter of urgency to broaden the tax net and operationalize the TAX APPEALS BOARD.

 

About PSCAG

PSACG is a private sector association formed by the U.K-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC), American Chamber of Commerce-Ghana(AMCHAM), Canada Ghana Chamber of Commerce (CANCHAM), Ghana Netherlands Business and Culture Council (GNBCC), French Chamber of Commerce and Industry Ghana (FCCIG), and the Association of Ghanaian Industries (AGI) in 2018 with the goal of addressing practices that impact the private sector negatively through advocacy and strategic dialogues.

 

Webster Ghana Campus June Events

Intended for anyone who is ready to go back to school for a quality American Master’s degree, this evening session will offer the opportunity to discover the Webster difference while meeting international faculty, current students, and admissions staff who will answer questions. All attendees will enjoy 30% off tuition should they apply and enroll in the fast-approaching August intake. Event details and to register

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Our undergraduate students have the unique opportunity to earn an American degree right from Ghana while also being able to spend up to 1 year abroad at any of Webster’s 9 global campuses. Parents and students looking at starting college over the next year are encouraged to register and join to get a virtual campus tour and find out all there is to know about becoming a Webster student.

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On Thursday, June 24th after work, we will host our second ever online HR Masterclass, in-line with the new MA, HR Management Master’s degree program offering. Led by renowned Webster faculty from the business school, based in the US and with Ecobank HR Director, Daphne Oppong, as guest speaker; this free session looking at THE FUTURE OF WORK: THE “NEW WORKFORCE” ECOSYSTEM, promises to be insightful and relevant to the current restructuring of how many corporates define staff globally.

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The New US/Africa Relations Webinar

The American Business Council Nigeria, in partnership with the US Chamber of Commerce, AmCham Ghana, AmCham Kenya, and AmCham South Africa, held a webinar to highlight the critical concerns by African Nations and the US Business Community in Africa as well as chart the way forward for the US-Africa relationship.

The meeting featured remarks by the President of the U.S.- Africa Business Center/Sr. Vice President, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Scott Eisner, the U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Ambs. Mary Beth Leonard, President of the American Business Council Nigeria, Dipo Faulkner, AmCham Ghana President, Ayesha Bedwei, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Akunna Cook, and AmCham South Africa President, Angela Russell.

The event also featured a panel consisting of Terence P. McCulley, Senior Director Africa Practice for McLarty Associates, Aubrey Hruby, Senior Fellow at the Africa Center at the Atlantic Council, and Akunna Cook for a discussion on U.S. – African relations.

Announcing The New Business Experience – Advantage Place!

Any firm searching for the perfect office space that offers the important supplementary features besides the convenience of flexible working space, need not look further. Advantage Place is your preferred destination. This iconic world-class edifice is located in the heart of the capital, within the fast-growing financial district of Ridge West. Giving convenience to its occupiers and enhancing the visibility of its occupants are but a few of the advantages and as its name implies, what a tenant would enjoy when situating at Advantage Place.

The concept of its design epitomizes our beautiful Ghanaian heritage and translates onto Advantage Place through a multi-colored Kente mural that clads two opposite sides of the building that emulate the garbs of royals and the affluent Ghanaian as portrayed in our traditions. Our building stands at a height of 51 meters and captivates tenants with a beautiful view of the city and the ocean.

Advantage Place is layered in twelve floors, each in a flexible layout that can accommodate different office designs to the taste of the tenant.  The troubles of parking are zero at Advantage Place as the office block has abutting it an 8-level basement parking block complemented with surface parking.  Advantage Place is a 15 – minute drive away from the Kotoka International Airport and just 50 meters away from the Accra Regional Hospital while keeping close proximity to the best hospitality suites such as The Kempinski Gold Coast City and Movenpick Ambassador Hotel. The plethora of firms and corporate organizations within a 5km radius of Advantage Place makes it not only a competitive facility but gives its tenants a sense of belonging as places them in a prestigious enclave of similar industry players while offering them an unmatched comfort while doing their business.  A bold statement that tenants in other facilities lack.

With a well-equipped gym for your fitness needs and a state-of-the-art cafeteria that serves delectable meals for your nourishment, Advantage Place is second to none on the list of preferred office destinations in its locale.  We urge prospective tenants to look no further.

 

Key Features Of The Building

The building offers the beauty of premium architecture and elegant finishing. Please click the link below to download our brochure and access the key features of the building. www.advantageplace.com

Rent Info

The total square metres for Advantage Place is approximately 9,500SqM. Below are the indicative rent details for space;

  • Rent – $26/sqm (negotiable)
  • CAM Charge – $4/sqm
  • Maximum 5% increase in rent rate after every rent tenure.
  • Parking fee – Nil.
  • At least 1-month rent-free period for fit-out works.

 

Our Noble Concierge Services – The First Of Its Kind In Ghana

At Advantage Place we also offer world-class concierge and property administration management services, the first of its kind in corporate real estate leasing in Ghana.  The service offering christened “At Your Service” (AYS) is a novel concept of property management administration and concierge services that are delivered to all tenants of Advantage Place. This unique lifestyle amenity service offers superior levels of hospitality experience making Advantage Place the ‘place of choice’ for busy executives who desire confidentiality and convenience.

 

 

CONTACT US

PHYSICAL ADDRESS

Advantage Place Mayor Road, Ridge West

Accra – Ghana.

 

DIGITAL ADDRESS

GA – 051 – 1684

POSTAL ADDRESS

Enterprise House PMB 150,

General Post Office,

Accra Ghana.

 

SOCIAL MEDIA

Visit our social media platforms

Instagram – theadvantageplace

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E-mail: info.properties@enterprisegroup.com.gh

 

For further enquiries and information on the building, kindly contact the undersigned.

 

Kwame Odoi – Agyarko

0244678931

kwame.odoi-agyarko@enterprisegroup.com.gh

 

Vera Ossei Hyeamann

0242785162

vera.ossei – hyeamann@enterprisegroup.com.gh

AmCham Ghana Hosts Farewell Luncheon For Economic Section Chief – Hagen Maroney

AmCham Ghana, on Friday, May 28, 2021, hosted the Economic Section Chief at the U.S. Embassy in Ghana, Hagen Maroney, for a farewell luncheon with the Chamber Executives.

Mr. Maroney has been instrumental in promoting and further strengthening economic relations between the United States and Ghana through several engagements with stakeholders and has actively participated in Chamber activities, contributing immensely to its development.

The luncheon was to formally extend AmCham Ghana’s appreciation for his service and contributions. Present at the lunch were the President of the Chamber, Ayesha Bedwei, the Vice President, Pakwo Shum, Former Presidents, Joe Mensah and Philippe Ayivor, and Executive Secretary of the Chamber, Simon Madjie.

The Chamber Executives expressed their appreciation for his works and wished him the best in his future endeavors.

 

 

4TH Of July Supplement

The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana, in collaboration with the Graphic Communications Group Limited, will publish a special supplement to commemorate the American Independence Day celebrations. Please note, the supplement will be published on Friday, July 2, 2021, as the 4th of July, 2021, falls on a Sunday.

Rationale

The main rationale behind this special supplement is to:     

  • Provide the opportunity for American institutions and companies in Ghana to extend well wishes to the American community on this memorable day.
  • Offer a credible platform for companies to amplify their activities and advertise their products and services.
  • Promote the indigenous originality of institutions’ products/services.

Benefits

  • The special supplement is carried in the main jacket of the Daily Graphic designed to be portable and attractive.
  • The supplement pages can be pulled out of the main paper for keeps, therefore, it has a ‘longer shelf-life than the regular newspaper.
Interested member should kindly contact Yayra on 0244 474 815 or email a.amedzro@gmail.com

 

 

AmCham Ghana – United Airline Corporate Breakfast

In collaboration with United Airlines on May 17, 2021, AmCham Ghana engaged members for a corporate breakfast hosted by United’s  VP for International Network & Alliances, Patrick Quayle.

The Corporate Breakfast meeting was to afford United the opportunity to introduce their new services and the airline’s leadership team to the American business community in Ghana.

On May 16, 2021, United re-launched its services to Ghana with the Boeing 787 Dreamliner from Washington D.C. AmCham Ghana President, Ayesha Bedwei, assured United’s Executives that the Chamber is committed to assisting the airline navigate the local business environment for profitable operations.

All United’s 787 Dreamliners are outfitted with the new cabins. You’ll find 28 Polaris pods, 21 Premium Plus recliners, 36 extra-legroom Economy Plus, and 158 coach seats on these retrofitted jets.

The airline is scheduled to run a thrice-weekly service from Kotoka International Airport to Dulles International. Learn more

United has eight hubs, with Chicago–O’Hare being its largest in terms of passengers carried and the number of departures. They are also a founding member of the Star Alliance, the world’s largest airline alliance with a total of 28 member airlines.

DFC Announces Call For Applications For Climate-Focused Investment Funds

Ahead of President Biden’s Leaders Summit on Climate, agency announces new climate action 

 

WASHINGTON – U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has announced a rolling Call for Applications from private equity, growth capital, infrastructure, and venture capital fund managers seeking DFC investment for funds targeting climate mitigation, adaptation, and solutions. In support of President Biden’s Executive Order on Tackling the Climate Crisis at Home and Abroad and the administration’s Leaders Summit on Climate starting, the Call for Applications is one of the new climate and climate-focused investment initiatives the agency is pursuing to help developing countries reduce emissions, increase renewable energy usage, protect ecosystems, and enhance resilience.

“Climate change is negatively impacting health and productivity, food production, and critical infrastructure around the world, but people in developing countries are particularly vulnerable to the impacts from climate change,” said DFC Chief Operating Officer David Marchick. “This Call for Applications will help DFC identify opportunities to mobilize private sector investment in innovative and impactful solutions to climate change, bolstering climate resilience across developing countries.”

The impacts from climate change, along with the health and economic impacts from COVID-19, have the potential to reverse significant economic gains made in developing countries over the past several decades. DFC is utilizing its financing tools to facilitate increased private sector investment that addresses climate change and drives climate-focused investment in developing countries.

The Call for Applications is one action DFC is taking to leverage its toolkit to support climate action in emerging markets. DFC is committed to helping developing countries mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change while promoting sustainable economic growth.

Eligible funds should advance strategies targeting climate mitigation, adaptation, and resiliency, including renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainable forestry, climate-resilient infrastructure, e-mobility, technology to reduce carbon, battery storage, smart infrastructure, agriculture diversification, and technology-enabled climate mitigation and adaptation solutions in DFC-eligible countries. DFC is targeting funds with a total capitalization of $100 million or more, including the DFC commitment. The investment amount may range from $10 million to $400 million in equity or debt financing but will be limited to no more than 20% of a fund’s total capitalization, as determined by DFC.

Interested fund managers can apply for an investment on DFC.gov/funds using the directions for submission. DFC will review proposals on a rolling-basis and will continue to collect submissions indefinitely. Opportunities will be evaluated as part of a rigorous evaluation process upon the discretion of the DFC. Applicants are also welcome to submit questions about the Call to DFC.

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U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) is America’s development bank. DFC partners with the private sector to finance solutions to the most critical challenges facing the developing world today. We invest across sectors including energy, healthcare, critical infrastructure, and technology. DFC also provides financing for small businesses and women entrepreneurs in order to create jobs in emerging markets. DFC investments adhere to high standards and respect the environment, human rights, and worker rights.