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Ghanaian Ride-Hailing Drivers Resist New Vehicle Income Tax, Citing Income Strain 🚖 🇬🇭
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Ride-hailing drivers in Ghana are opposing a proposed vehicle income tax set to commence on January 1, 2024, arguing that it would adversely affect their earnings. The Ghana Revenue Authority's plan requires commercial vehicle owners to pay income tax quarterly, a move met with dissatisfaction by drivers who believe the tax burden should rest on ride-hailing companies rather than individual drivers. As tensions rise, the drivers question the impact on their already strained incomes, adding another layer of financial pressure.
Ride-hailing drivers in Ghana are resisting a new vehicle income tax set to take effect on January 1, 2024, claiming it would further strain their incomes. The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) mandates commercial vehicle owners, including ride-hailing drivers, to pay income tax quarterly. However, drivers argue that the tax should be borne by ride-hailing companies, given the existing commission structures. The GRA requires ride-hailing companies to verify drivers' tax payments and submit vehicle lists quarterly. This move follows a previous levy on ride-hailing trips in Ghana, sparking discontent among drivers facing economic challenges.
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