After more than 20 years since its initial draft, Ghana’s Consumer Protection Bill appears to be stuck in limbo.
The Bill, which was to help with regulation and protection of consumer rights and market practises has yet to be passed into law.
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The current Ghana government administration had pledged to pass the bill into law but the bill has yet to reach Parliament
However, almost eight years into their administration, the bill has yet to reach Parliament.
What They’re Saying
“The absence of Consumer Protection Law in the country has contributed to the widespread and deliberate abuse of consumer rights,” Appiah Kusi Adomako, West Africa Regional Director for CUTS International stated in a recent article he wrote for publication.
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Industry insiders suggest that the bill’s passage could significantly reshape Ghana’s retail landscape. The proposed legislation would establish a Consumer Protection Commission and provide a framework for consumer rights and fair business practices, potentially impacting both domestic and international businesses operating in the country.
Source: Norvan Reports
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