Momo agents expresses anger over introduction of e-levy

The Association of Mobile Money Agents has served notice to the House of Parliament to reject the approval of the controversial e-levy. 

The Association says the levy is “regressive” and threatens the survival of their business.

The Association has thus set Thursday, December 23, 2021, to stage a demonstration against the 1.75% e-levy.

They added that their operators will also not work on the said date as a result of the demonstration.

They made this known in a press statement issued on Sunday, December 19, 2021, signed by its General Secretary, Evans Otumfuo.

“The Union wishes to inform the public, customers, and users of mobile money that as part of actions to register our total displeasure with the government’s proposed e-levy of 1.75%, we deem it necessary to embark on an Industrial action. As an Association that implements all Mobile Money policies through our operators, we see this levy as very regressive and critical to the survival of our businesses.”

“Consequently, as part of our demonstration on Thursday, December 23, 2021, our services as Mobile Money Agents will not be accessible across the country. All Agents will go on strike, hence all outlets will remain closed. If all efforts remain futile, an Indefinite action would be taken thereafter. For your use and records.”