The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) will begin enforcing a new GHS1 levy on fuel products starting Monday, June 9, 2025. This move follows the passage of the Energy Sector Levies (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1141), aimed at reducing legacy debts and stabilizing Ghana’s energy supply.
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According to Tariff Interpretation Order (TIO) No. 2025/003, issued by Commissioner-General Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, the revised rates apply to key petroleum products.
The levy on petrol (motor spirit, super) will rise from GHS0.95 to GHS1.95 per litre, while diesel (gas oil) will increase from GHS0.93 to GHS1.93 per litre. Marine gas oil and heavy fuel oil will also see an upward adjustment. However, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) will remain at its current rate of GHS0.73 per kilogram.
The GRA has instructed all players in the petroleum sector to strictly comply with the revised rates.
Notably, petroleum products lifted before the June 9 deadline will be charged under the old rates. But from June 9 onwards, all cash-and-carry transactions will attract the new levy.
The implementation marks a significant step in Ghana’s efforts to strengthen energy sector financing and ensure consistent power delivery.
