The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) had initially announced February 1, 2024, as the commencement date for the implementation of the Emissions Levy, as sanctioned by Parliament.
However, on the first day of implementation, the process is said to have encountered a setback due to a reported system malfunction, per reports that referenced Accra-based TV3 as their source.
According to reports, the website designated for processing applications (www.Ghana.gov) failed to function, leading to a disruption in the implementation of the Emissions Levy.
The GRA is yet to comment on this claim.
As outlined in the legislation passed by Parliament in December 2023, individuals wishing to pay the emissions levy must complete forms exclusively through the Ghana.gov platform before obtaining their road-worthy certificates from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA).
The Emissions Levy, part of the government’s initiatives to address carbon emissions and promote eco-friendly technologies, imposes a levy on carbon dioxide equivalent emissions from internal combustion engine vehicles.
The levy structure includes an annual payment of GH¢75 for motorcycle and tricycle users, GH¢150 for motor vehicles, buses, and coaches up to 3000 cc, and GH¢300 for motor vehicles, buses, and coaches above 3000 cc, cargo trucks, and articulated trucks. The measure aims to contribute to efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving net-zero targets.