Ghana's New "Dumsor Levy" Causes Public Outcry

Ghana's "Dumsor Levy" Sparks Outrage: Bawumia Highlights Steep Fuel Tax Increase Ghana is facing public outcry over the newly implemented "Dumsor Levy," a tax increase that has significantly impacted fuel prices. Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia recently addressed the issue, criticizing the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for their previous promise to abolish the e-levy while simultaneously introducing a far more substantial tax. "The NDC promised to scrap the e-levy and now they have brought a dumsor levy. It is 8 times the e-levy." Bawumia stated in a recent address. This statement highlights the political controversy surrounding the new levy. The increased tax burden on fuel is a major concern for citizens. Bawumia gave a stark example of the financial implications: "If you buy GHC 1000 worth of fuel, you will pay GHC 83 in new taxes." This represents an eightfold increase compared to the e-levy, causing significant hardship for many Ghanaians. The government has yet to fully explain the rationale behind the levy or its intended use. The video of Bawumia's speech has garnered significant attention on social media, further amplifying public concerns. The situation underscores the ongoing debate over economic policy and political promises in Ghana.