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Accra Brewery may shut down operations over revised excise duty
August 12, 2026
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Accra Brewery may shut down operations over revised excise duty

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Key Points

  • Accra Brewery Limited is considering shutting down operations due to the revised Excise Bill.
  • The bill, passed by Parliament and awaiting presidential decision, proposes a 7-15% excise duty on local beer.
  • Accra Brewery estimates a direct impairment hit of about US$7 million if the new tax is fully implemented.
  • The wider local beverage manufacturing industry shares concerns, with some companies considering scaling down and layoffs.
  • Industry players suggest deferring full implementation until January 2027 to help manage the additional tax burden.

Why This Matters

This matters for Ghana as the potential shutdown of a major local manufacturer like Accra Brewery, alongside other beverage companies, could lead to significant job losses and a contraction of the manufacturing sector. It highlights a critical policy dilemma for the government: balancing revenue generation through taxation with supporting local industrial sustainability and employment.

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