President of the GHA, Dr. Edward Ackah-Nyamike Jnr
The Ghana Hotels Association(GHA) is calling for greater regulatory oversight of Airbnb operations in the country, citing an uneven playing field that could negatively impact the formal hospitality sector.
Airbnb is a global online platform that connects travelers with hosts offering short-term vacation rentals, acting as a marketplace for peer-to-peer home sharing.
Speaking at the launch of the association’s 50th Anniversary celebrations in Accra, President of the GHA, Dr. Edward Ackah-Nyamike Jnr. voiced concerns about the lack of regulation governing short-term rental platforms like Airbnb, which continue to gain popularity among travelers and locals alike.
“Do they pay value added tax? Do they pay the NHIL? Do they pay the GETFUND? Do they pay the COVID-19 levy?” he asked. “If they’re not paying all these, then that means they are creating an unfair…
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