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Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, has welcomed the government’s decision to extend its GH¢2 per litre intervention on diesel, describing it as a…
Governments across the Middle East, South Asia, and Europe have announced scheduled monthly adjustments to retail fuel prices for September. The updates reflect fluctuating global oil markets and regional taxation policies.
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC) has suggested that the Ghanaian government establish a strategic petroleum reserve. This initiative aims to protect consumers from sudden fuel price increases and potential supply disruptions.
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC) has welcomed the government's GH¢2 diesel subsidy but urged a shift from ad hoc pump price cuts to building strategic fuel reserves. COPEC advocates for a long-term fuel strategy to ensure stability and security.
Fuel prices in Ghana are expected to see a significant reduction starting July 1, with petrol, diesel, and LPG becoming cheaper. The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC) has commended the government's Jubilee Oil initiative, anticipating it will alleviate pressure on the cedi.
The Ghanaian government has announced measures to cut fuel costs, absorbing GH¢2 per litre on diesel and GH¢0.36 per litre on petrol. This decision follows advocacy from groups like COPEC for partial fuel tax cuts to ease the burden on citizens.
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC) in Ghana has proposed a temporary 50% reduction in the Energy Sector Shortfall and Recovery Levy, known as the 'dumsor levy,' to help alleviate fuel costs for consumers.
The Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, has renewed calls for Ghana to establish a dedicated strategic fuel reserve fund to strengthen the country’s ability to respond to disruptions in global petroleum supply.
COPEC has called on the Ghanaian government to move beyond temporary subsidies and develop sustainable policies to address persistent high petroleum prices affecting consumers.
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers projects slight fuel price adjustments at local stations starting early September, reflecting broader regional market trends.
Ghana's government decision to cushion diesel prices has been welcomed by the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC) but is considered unsustainable, with calls for a long-term fuel strategy.
Massive wildfires are sweeping through France and Spain, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of thousands of people as a new heatwave exacerbates conditions. The fires have created their own weather phenomena, with smoke blanketing cities like Bordeaux.
The Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, has endorsed a 20% increase in public transport fares. This adjustment, announced by transport unions, is justified by the rising operational costs faced by operators.
Hungary has begun replenishing its strategic oil and fuel reserves after they sharply declined in March, raising questions about the sustainability of the country's fuel price caps. The depletion had led to concerns about the nation's energy security.
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC) in Ghana has announced a potential GH¢1.70p relief for consumers. This relief is expected to impact fuel prices and consumer spending.
Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, has warned that the ongoing hostilities in the Middle East will significantly impact the next shipments, leading to…
Ghana’s petroleum industry association urges policymakers to develop sustainable energy strategies beyond temporary fuel relief. Meanwhile, Switzerland’s Zurich canton has officially prohibited headscarves in public school classrooms for both teachers and students.
Duncan Amoah, Executive Secretary of COPEC, criticized the Ghanaian government's strategy for a 24-hour economy, arguing that public funds should create conditions rather than build markets.
Experts are cautioning against undermining the government's diesel relief measures with 'funny tricks' and expressing concerns about the long-term sustainability of fuel price relief in Ghana.
The Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, has urged the Ghanaian government to establish a strategic fuel stock programme to protect consumers from recurring fuel price hikes driven by international market volatility.
The Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, has called for the complete dissolution of Ghana's Office of the Special Prosecutor amidst ongoing debate on the country's anti-corruption architecture.
Duncan Amoah, Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), has called on the Ghanaian government to make strategic investments in the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) to bolster the nation's petroleum sector.
Duncan Amoah, Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), has warned that fuel prices in Ghana could increase soon, even as global oil prices decline significantly.