{
  "id": 6294085,
  "title": "B5 Plus urges import bans on goods Ghana can produce",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/b5-plus-urges-import-bans-on-goods-ghana-can-produce",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-08T15:45:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/b5-plus-urges-import-bans-on-goods-ghana-can-produce/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "B5 Plus, an iron and steel manufacturer in Ghana, has urged the government to impose import bans on goods that can be produced locally. Chairman Mukesh Thakwani made the call during a press conference with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), arguing that stronger support for domestic industry could generate jobs, boost exports, and reduce spending on imported goods. Thakwani pointed out that the industry's capacity utilization was below 50%, indicating that manufacturers had the potential to increase output. He emphasized that expanding production could serve both the Ghanaian market and neighboring countries. Thakwani also raised concerns about exemptions granted to certain imported products and questioned the tax treatment of these goods, calling for stronger support for local manufacturers. His remarks did not specify particular importers or list the products subject to the proposed restrictions. Thakwani highlighted B5 Plus's investment in prefabrication capacity and its ISO certification, as well as its commitment to quality through a Kaizen approach to continuous improvement. The policy appeal emphasized the connection between supporting local production and achieving broader national goals of industrial development, trade, and job creation. Thakwani acknowledged the GRA's recognition of the company's tax compliance, expressing humility and commitment to further contributing to the country's development and prosperity.",
  "summary": "B5 Plus Chairman Mukesh Thakwani has called on government to ban imports of products that can be manufactured in Ghana, arguing that stronger support for local industry could create jobs, expand exports and reduce the country’s spending on imported goods. Speaking during a media engagement with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), the head of the […]",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "Media must continue to shine light on illegal mining—Lands Minister",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/media-must-continue-to-shine-light-on-illegal-mining-lands-minister",
        "published": "2026-09-08T14:09:44.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}