By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH
The Implementation of the GHC1 per litter fuel levy (revised Energy Sector Levy (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1141), announced by the government some few months ago, begins today, Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
The introduction of the levy by the government which is being implementation by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), has a new levy structure that follows an earlier postponement aimed at monitoring global market trends and preserving stability in domestic fuel prices.
The amendment introduces revised rates under the Energy Sector Shortfall and Debt Repayment Levy (ESSDRL) on various petroleum products.
The adjustments, according to authorities, forms part of broader efforts to maintain macroeconomic stability while addressing critical financing needs in the energy sector.
The GHC1 per litter fuel levy on petroleum products is intended to raise additional revenue to clear legacy debts and support infrastructure development in the energy sector.
The decision to activate the new rates was made in consultation with the Ministries of Finance and Energy, following a comprehensive review of key economic indicators.
Below are the revised ESSDRL Rates under Act 1141:
HS Code Product Description Common Name Old Rate (GHS/Litre) New Rate (GHS/Litre)
2710124000 Motor spirit, super Petrol (PMI) 0.95 1.95
2710192100 Gas oil Diesel (AGO) 0.93 1.93
2710192100 Gas oil Marine Gas Oil (Local) 0.03 0.23
2710192100 Gas oil Marine Gas Oil (Foreign) 0.93 1.93
2710192400 Heavy fuel oil Residual Fuel Oil (RFO) 0.04 Unchanged
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