GENERAL NEWS

Churches in Ghana must pay tax – supreme court

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2 years ago

10/19/2022

Lionel

Churches in Ghana must pay tax – supreme court

The Supreme Court candidate, Justice George Kingsley Koomson, has stated that churches in Ghana that engage in “normal commercial activities” are required to pay taxes.

Churches (charitable faith-based organizations) are excluded from paying income taxes on their main operations in Ghana since they are established as limited corporations by guarantee, which implies that they are not registered to engage in operations with the intention of producing profits.

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Justice Koomson stated, “The rules must be looked at again to compel churches that transition from their main activities to profit-making corporations to pay taxes,” in a presentation to the Appointments Committee of Parliament on Tuesday, October 18, 2022.

The Appeal Court Justice stated that it was important to examine our legislation. If charitable contributions are exempt from taxation under the law, that is where we should start.

“Why not expect churches that engage in economic activity to pay taxes if we can enforce our laws against them? The truth is that we use these taxes to fund national development. Allowing charity to pay taxes or not pay taxes is not, in my opinion, a negative practice. I believe I’ll support it if the laws can be examined to determine that it is necessary for religious institutions to do so, Justice Koomson stated.

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Smoke Ice Music/JayRaw Multimedia Signs Kulli Jay, A Budding Afrobeats Artiste

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2 weeks ago

04/01/2024

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Smoke Ice Music and JayRaw Multimedia has announced the signing of a new male singer, Kulli Jay to their record label, Smoke Ice Music/JayRaw Multimedia.

The up-and-coming musician, Kelvin Osei Owusu who goes by the stage name Kulli Jay, also expressed his excitement about the deal, promising his best under the new management.

Kulli Jay, the new signee has been churning out a couple of music before he came into contact with Smoke Ice Music/Jayraw Multimedia. The announcement and signing was posted on the socials of the Label. Speaking to the CEO of Ice Smoke Music, he promises that their new signee is full of goodies and that Ghana and beyond should expect something awesome.

Kulli Jay is expected to drop his newest single under the label very soon.

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Meet Derrick Ampadu Ansong, The Grandson Of The Late Legendary Nana Kwame Ampadu

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1 month ago

03/13/2024

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Derrick Ampadu Ansong, known by his stage name Ampadu Ansong, is a multifaceted Ghanaian talent who has made a significant impact in Ghana’s entertainment industry. With his charm, energy, and versatility, Ampadu Ansong has become a popular figure in showbiz circles. From his early years in the bustling capital city of Accra.

Ampadu Ansong has proven his ability to captivate audiences and create memorable experiences. In this article, we will delve into his background, career, and contributions to the world of Ghanaian entertainment.

Derrick Ampadu Ansong who is the Grandson of the legendary musician The Late Nana Ampadu, a student of Ghana Telecom University who comes from kwaku in the Eastern part of Ghana.

Ampadu Ansong works with the record label known as Chambers Records. He has 3 singles to his credit namely, Hallelujah,Tina and Alone, and soon to release another amazing single. Growing up in the capital city, he was exposed to the vibrant and diverse entertainment scene that characterizes Accra.

This early exposure ignited his passion for the arts. Throughout his schooling years, Ampadu Ansong displayed natural talent in hosting and entertaining, captivating his peers and teachers with his charisma and quick-witted humor.

Stream his song below