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In recent years, Ghana has experienced a significant increase in private wealth, marked by a growing population of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs). This report explores the evolving landscape of wealth management in Ghana, with a particular emphasis on taxation issues affecting these affluent individuals. Ghana’s total private wealth now stands at approximately US$56 billion, according to the 2023 Africa Wealth Report, with around 2,700 individuals holding assets more than one million dollars, reflecting the rapid economic progress and expanding opportunities within the country.
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Tax Alert - Wealth management in Ghana: Understanding taxation for high-net-worth individuals
The report addresses key aspects such as defining HNWIs within the Ghanaian context, the role of taxation in supporting public services and addressing economic inequality, and the inherent challenges in effectively taxing the wealthy. Additionally, it discusses the critical importance of international cooperation to tackle tax evasion and the ongoing discourse surrounding wealth taxation policy.
Through this analysis, the report aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of wealth management and taxation in Ghana, underscoring the necessity of a fair and balanced tax regime. It also highlights the broader challenges governments face in ensuring that HNWIs contribute fairly to the nation’s development, pointing to the importance of collaborative international efforts to uphold tax compliance and promote sustainable economic growth.
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Ayesha Bedwei Ibe
Partner | Global Tax and Legal Services People Leader, WMA Tax Leader, PwC Ghana
Tel: +233 (0) 30 276 1500
Lydia Pwadura
Partner | WMA Corporate Responsibility Leader, PwC Ghana
Tel: +233 (0) 30 276 1500
