Tax Compliance Sensitisation Engagement for Artisans.

Ledzokuku Municipal Assembly — National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE)
On Friday, 24th April 2026, the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) — Ledzokuku District, convened a sensitisation programme in collaboration with the Municipal Chief Executive’s office and the Revenue Department of the Ledzokuku Municipal Assembly. The engagement targeted artisans, particularly dressmakers and fashion designers, to foster voluntary tax compliance and dismantle entrenched misconceptions about taxation.
In his address, Hon. Israel Adhetey Otchwenmah, Municipal Chief Executive, emphasised that taxation is a civic duty enshrined in Ghana’s Constitution, not a punishment or burden on small businesses. He clarified that levies imposed on artisans are proportionate and designed to be manageable for micro and small enterprises. He reminded participants that the infrastructure, markets, security, and public utilities they rely on are funded through collective tax contributions.
The MCE directly tackled the widespread fear of double taxation, explaining that national and local taxes are distinct and constitutionally separate. He assured artisans that they are not taxed twice, but rather contribute to different tiers of government. He further highlighted the tangible benefits of compliance, citing local development projects such as market infrastructure, community roads, sanitation facilities, and security improvements all financed through Internally Generated Funds (IGF) derived from taxes.
Addressing concerns about harassment and disruption of businesses, Hon. Israel Adhetey Otchwenmah assured participants that the Revenue Department operates within a defined legal framework. He stressed that artisans who voluntarily comply will be treated with dignity and respect, and announced the availability of tax education officers to guide them through the process without fear of exploitation.
Recognising that bureaucratic complexity has discouraged compliance in the past, he outlined simplified pathways for artisans, including accessible payment points, mobile tax education outreach, and dedicated liaison officers. These measures, he explained, are intended to make compliance easier and more transparent.
Finally, the MCE placed the engagement within Ghana’s broader fiscal agenda, urging artisans to see themselves as active co-financiers of national development. He reminded them that the government’s ability to deliver education, health, infrastructure, and social protection depends on robust domestic revenue mobilisation. By contributing regularly, artisans not only fulfil their legal obligations but also secure a stake in how resources are deployed for community and national progress.