Former President John Dramani Mahama has pledged to eliminate the betting tax and the Electronic Levy (E-Levy) if he wins the 2024 elections.

At a National Democratic Congress (NDC) Youth Townhall Meeting in Accra, Mahama outlined his plans to address significant economic challenges facing Ghanaians.

He criticized the E-Levy for not meeting its revenue goals and for putting extra financial strain on citizens.

He also spoke against the betting tax, which has been controversial among the youth.

Mahama assured attendees that his administration would not only remove the E-Levy and COVID Levy but also abolish the betting tax. He urged the youth to support his vision for a prosperous Ghana.“You can also be assured that we will abolish the e-levy, remove the COVID Levy, and scrap the betting tax. I urge you to stand with us, stand for your dreams, and stand for a better Ghana.

“Together, we can build the Ghana we want, where every young Ghanaian can succeed.With these policy proposals, I invite Ghana’s youth to partner with Naana Jane and me in our shared commitment to restoring the nation’s potential for future generations,” he said.Additionally, Mahama called for improved mechanisms to retain local talent, noting the troubling trend of professionals leaving Ghana due to economic hardships. He emphasized the need for a system that effectively supports and harnesses the country's human capital.