The government through the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has announced the implementation and collection of the controversial¢1 fuel levy on July 16, 2025.
The announcement was contained in a three-page press release dated July 1.
“Reference is made to our previous communication dated 13th June 2025, which announced the postponement of the implementation of the Energy Sector Levies (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1141). This decision was taken in consultation with the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Energy to allow for a comprehensive monitoring of global market conditions and to safeguard recent gains in domestic pump prices”, part of the statement said.
“We are pleased to inform you that, following a thorough review of prevailing market indicators and in line with the government’s commitment to ensuring stable economic conditions, the implementation of the Energy Sector Levies (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1141), will now commence, effective 16th July 2025.” it added.
The government faced a tough resistance during its first introduction in early June. Although it explained that proceeds would be used to settle debt owed Independent Power Producers (IPP), to avert a return to the days of erratic power supply, also known as ‘dumsor’, some stakeholders kicked against the tax.
The Minority in Parliament said the government had deceived the populace by scrapping electronic levy (Elevy) and introducing D-levy (Dumsor levy).
The decision by government to suspend the introduction was therefore welcomed by many. With this new announcement, fuel consumers will be required to bear the cost despite the assurance by government that it will not lead to a price increase.
Full statement below:
