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Aug
In the midst of public outcry over the government’s recent introduction of a 10% withholding tax on betting, games, and lottery wins, New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful Kennedy Agyapong stands firmly in support of the new taxation policy. The controversial decision came into effect on August 15, 2023, prompting heated discussions across the nation. The move has been particularly unpopular among Ghana’s youth, many of whom engage in sports betting as a source of entertainment and, in some cases, income. While many have criticised the tax, Agyapong argues that it is reasonable, citing the example of the United States where substantial taxation…