Minister proposes National Housing Levy to tackle deficit

Mr Ibrahim (right) speaking during the visit. With him are Mr John Bawah (left) and Mrs Gizella Tetteh – Agbotui (second from left) Photo Victor A. Buxtton

THE Minister of Works, Housing and Water Resources, Mr Ahmed Ibrahim, has proposed the establishment of a National Housing Levy to accelerate affordable housing delivery and help address Ghana’s housing deficit.

He said the country needed bold and sustainable financing mechanisms to increase housing supply, reduce construction costs and provide decent accommodation for ordinary Ghanaians.

Mr Ibrahim made the proposal when he addressed the board, management and staff of the State Housing Company (SHC) following a presentation on the company’s mandate, operations, achievements, ongoing projects and challenges. Read More.

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