GHANECC writes to Parliament

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cha 12 years ago

Everything is moving in the wrong direction

Everything is moving in the wrong direction
Mactonto 12 years ago

Why is such a serious issue politicised?

Why is such a serious issue politicised?
ATSU, HO 12 years ago

IO DO NOT UNDERSTAND WHAT IS BEING ASKED FOR. WHAT PREVAILS IN OTHER COUNTRIES. A GHANAIAN GAINED ACADEMIC ADMISSION TO AN INSTITUTION ABROAD BUT COULD NOT SECURE A LOAN BECAUSE SHE IS NOT A NATIONAL WHAT DI YOU THINK? THERE ...
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IO DO NOT UNDERSTAND WHAT IS BEING ASKED FOR. WHAT PREVAILS IN OTHER COUNTRIES. A GHANAIAN GAINED ACADEMIC ADMISSION TO AN INSTITUTION ABROAD BUT COULD NOT SECURE A LOAN BECAUSE SHE IS NOT A NATIONAL WHAT DI YOU THINK? THERE ARE PRIVILEGES FOR NATIONALS WORLD OVER
Mactonto 12 years ago

You're right, but think about paying more for a glass of water than someone you live in the same house with.

You're right, but think about paying more for a glass of water than someone you live in the same house with.
OBRONI 12 years ago

A Ghanaian being a permament resident in Europe will pay the same fees as all other residents in Europe.
They pay the same for their ID cards, enjoy the same health care, enjoy the same insurences and grants and can even vot ...
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A Ghanaian being a permament resident in Europe will pay the same fees as all other residents in Europe.
They pay the same for their ID cards, enjoy the same health care, enjoy the same insurences and grants and can even vote in most European countries.
abu 12 years ago

cha or what ever you call yourself, you are so stupid that you have no ideas to offer save to say that NDC has failed Ghanaians. What nonsense is that.

cha or what ever you call yourself, you are so stupid that you have no ideas to offer save to say that NDC has failed Ghanaians. What nonsense is that.
jj 12 years ago

The buffoons who are suckering up to this fellow should remember that we don't get a free ride anywhere not even in the UK our former colonial master. The bare truth is if I have to go to the hospital in the US without insur ...
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The buffoons who are suckering up to this fellow should remember that we don't get a free ride anywhere not even in the UK our former colonial master. The bare truth is if I have to go to the hospital in the US without insurance, I would be forking out anywhere between 20 to 8o times as much s an American who has insurance. What is more the American would easily qualify for government assistance while I would not. All the benefits that an American can derive for being an American are not available to me until I become an US citizen and the discretion is entirely mine as to whether I choose that option or not. The gentleman wants to have the best of two worlds and still not commit to any, that is a no...no. With respect to education, I have to pay more that 8x more than the ordinary American who is Attending College in state while the American attending college out of state pays only 4x more, this goes to emphasize that there are good reasons to aspire to American Citizenship and to the extent that you live in that country without becoming a permanent resident or a citizen for that matter then you must pay like any visitor. You couldn't even apply for certain jobs unless you are a citizen so lets for Christ sake stop suckering up to people like this and ask them to do the right thing by becoming citizen just as their spouses chose to do when they were on the receiving end of the stick.
Mactonto 12 years ago

As a Ghanaian living abroad, I have a lot of sympathy for you. I am sure most Ghanaians probably are not aware that foreigners experience these problems in Ghana. Now that we know, we need to do something about it, to allevia ...
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As a Ghanaian living abroad, I have a lot of sympathy for you. I am sure most Ghanaians probably are not aware that foreigners experience these problems in Ghana. Now that we know, we need to do something about it, to alleviate foreigners difficulties in Ghana.

Our hospitality should not be limited to allowing foreigners live in Ghana, but should also extend to caring for those in need. We should never forget, at least, the free education we have all had abroad....Wait a minute...I am talking about those who live in Ghana legally.
Akoto 12 years ago

You see your country is not prepared to change its laws to make it possible for you to hold dual nationality, so whose fault is it?

You see your country is not prepared to change its laws to make it possible for you to hold dual nationality, so whose fault is it?
OBRONI 12 years ago

an individual doesn't have a choice. but is still a victim.

an individual doesn't have a choice. but is still a victim.

Koffi 12 years ago

I know you are from a "civilized" and compassionate country that sees foreigners as human beings irrespective of the skin color. If I may ask, how does your country treat foreigners who need to change their immigration status ...
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I know you are from a "civilized" and compassionate country that sees foreigners as human beings irrespective of the skin color. If I may ask, how does your country treat foreigners who need to change their immigration status. What are the fees they have to pay? I am curious for the sake of comparison. You can email me @ kanlima@yahoo.com.
Mactonto 12 years ago

These are completely fair questions, but may I ask... how much taxes do Ghanaians who have had their education abroad pay to their host countries? How much do they pay for their education? These discussion are healthy,and pro ...
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These are completely fair questions, but may I ask... how much taxes do Ghanaians who have had their education abroad pay to their host countries? How much do they pay for their education? These discussion are healthy,and provides an opportunity to share our experiences of living abroad.
GIRLZ GIRLZ 12 years ago

YOU HAVE ASKED VERY GOOD QUESTIONS.

NOW ASK ALSO THE SO-CALLED SPECIAL FOREIGNER HOW MUCH IS THEIR VISA FEE TO HOLLAND AS COMPARE TO THAT OF GHANA.HOW MUCH DOES FOREINERS PAY FOR THEIR RESIDENT PERMIT IN HOLLAND AS COMPAR ...
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YOU HAVE ASKED VERY GOOD QUESTIONS.

NOW ASK ALSO THE SO-CALLED SPECIAL FOREIGNER HOW MUCH IS THEIR VISA FEE TO HOLLAND AS COMPARE TO THAT OF GHANA.HOW MUCH DOES FOREINERS PAY FOR THEIR RESIDENT PERMIT IN HOLLAND AS COMPARED TO THEIR CITIZENS.
Mactonto 12 years ago

I thought the guy was talking about what he pays within Ghana, e.g., hospital, national park, museum, etc. With visa fees, I think they should pay what we pay going to Holland, but I am not sure if it is fair for them paying ...
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I thought the guy was talking about what he pays within Ghana, e.g., hospital, national park, museum, etc. With visa fees, I think they should pay what we pay going to Holland, but I am not sure if it is fair for them paying more for the above services.
YAOVI MEVADO 12 years ago

THIS IS VERY GOOD ISSUE BROUGHT TO NOTICE. I PRAY GHANA LAW MAKERS GIVE PROPER ATTENTION. EVERY WELL-INTENDED PEOPLE ARE WELCOME TO LIVE IN GHANA. WE LOVE FOREIGNERS. WE LIVE ABROAD A LOT OURSELVES. LETS LOVE ALL.

THIS IS VERY GOOD ISSUE BROUGHT TO NOTICE. I PRAY GHANA LAW MAKERS GIVE PROPER ATTENTION. EVERY WELL-INTENDED PEOPLE ARE WELCOME TO LIVE IN GHANA. WE LOVE FOREIGNERS. WE LIVE ABROAD A LOT OURSELVES. LETS LOVE ALL.
ayamga ayampoka 12 years ago

Go back to your country then. Do you think Ghanaians staying in your country will earn the kind of insurance you earn when you retire?

Go back to your country then. Do you think Ghanaians staying in your country will earn the kind of insurance you earn when you retire?
Akwesi Ogua 12 years ago

These "local foreigners" married to ghanaians needs special treatment similar to a ghanaian citizen cos they help alot.but the rest not married to ghanaian still have to deposit the 3,000 pounds bond when applying to enter

These "local foreigners" married to ghanaians needs special treatment similar to a ghanaian citizen cos they help alot.but the rest not married to ghanaian still have to deposit the 3,000 pounds bond when applying to enter
concern citizen 12 years ago

I think foreigners entering the country should be made to deposit $5000 as bound in case they over stay.

I think foreigners entering the country should be made to deposit $5000 as bound in case they over stay.
sal 12 years ago

please then advice your country to allow dual citizenship. i say this because it is not an act of discrimination but an act to support our citizens just like the way you dont want to forsake your country's huge pension benefi ...
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please then advice your country to allow dual citizenship. i say this because it is not an act of discrimination but an act to support our citizens just like the way you dont want to forsake your country's huge pension benefits.
OBRONI 12 years ago

The writer of the article, is besides the managing director of Ghanecc, a human rights activist and known to stand tall against any form of discrimination. In Ghana and in his former home countries.
He is also one of the co- ...
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The writer of the article, is besides the managing director of Ghanecc, a human rights activist and known to stand tall against any form of discrimination. In Ghana and in his former home countries.
He is also one of the co-petitioners before parliament in the Netherlands to change the Dutch law to be able to allow dual citizenship. But his real dream is the day that the whole world agrees to burn the pasaports of all world citizens and allow everbody to travel, work and live where they please, instead of the lucky few who can do so. This is not only about dual citizen ship but about a basic human right

Kwame 12 years ago

My sympathy brother. I think our law makers should reflect upon this and make the necessary amendments in due course to make your living here enjoyable and worth while. Ghanaians abroad who are married to nationals there are ...
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My sympathy brother. I think our law makers should reflect upon this and make the necessary amendments in due course to make your living here enjoyable and worth while. Ghanaians abroad who are married to nationals there are beneficiaries of policies for nationals.
JATO 12 years ago

I think Mr. Nico C.M. van Staalduinen should write to the law makers of his country (Netherlands) to amend their laws to allow for dual citizenship. That will solve his problem. He should expect Ghana to amend its laws when h ...
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I think Mr. Nico C.M. van Staalduinen should write to the law makers of his country (Netherlands) to amend their laws to allow for dual citizenship. That will solve his problem. He should expect Ghana to amend its laws when his county refused to amend theirs.
OLDMAN GYASI 12 years ago

We paid for everything in europe(taxes)even before receiving pay at the end of month.resident cards to be renovated every 3 months are paid for and even a cup of drinking water is paid for in bars but when these people comes ...
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We paid for everything in europe(taxes)even before receiving pay at the end of month.resident cards to be renovated every 3 months are paid for and even a cup of drinking water is paid for in bars but when these people comes down to AFRICA they compared themselves as Ghanaians and want everything FREE.
Obroni 12 years ago

we, Europans don't mind paying for our residence permit, visa etc. and you should pay the same when visiting Europe. But fact is that when a Ghanaian resident in Holland goes to a parc, hospital museum or anything else he wil ...
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we, Europans don't mind paying for our residence permit, visa etc. and you should pay the same when visiting Europe. But fact is that when a Ghanaian resident in Holland goes to a parc, hospital museum or anything else he will be charged the same price as all other Dutch residents irrespective of where they are original from.
OBRONI 12 years ago

The writer of the article, is besides the managing director of Ghanecc, a human rights activist and known to stand tall against any form of discrimination. In Ghana and in his former home countries.
He is also one of the co ...
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The writer of the article, is besides the managing director of Ghanecc, a human rights activist and known to stand tall against any form of discrimination. In Ghana and in his former home countries.
He is also one of the co-petitioners before parliament in the Netherlands to change the Dutch law to be able to allow dual citizenship. But his real dream is the day that the whole world agrees to burn the pasaports of all world citizens and allow everbody to travel, work and live where they please, instead of the lucky few who can do so. This is not only about dual citizen ship but about a basic human right
Benjamin Bekoe 12 years ago

you see oo.its really discriminatory. i would be happy to share my experience which cannot not be compared to the way you are treated. GHANECC inbox me at jaminbek2002@yahoo.com

you see oo.its really discriminatory. i would be happy to share my experience which cannot not be compared to the way you are treated. GHANECC inbox me at jaminbek2002@yahoo.com
Agbeli Kumordzi 12 years ago

BRING THE CEMENT PRICE DOWN
OR INVITE CHINESE CEMENT FACTORY TO OPERATE IN GHANA

BRING THE CEMENT PRICE DOWN
OR INVITE CHINESE CEMENT FACTORY TO OPERATE IN GHANA
Dr. med.William Acquah,Germany 12 years ago

Why this discrimination?Here in Germany,it is one fee for everybody!Some years ago, I visited Ghana with my sons, who have a German mother.We visited some tourist centres.To my surprise, a higher entrance fee was demanded fro ...
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Why this discrimination?Here in Germany,it is one fee for everybody!Some years ago, I visited Ghana with my sons, who have a German mother.We visited some tourist centres.To my surprise, a higher entrance fee was demanded from my sons because, they are fair in colour.I haven`t understood this up till today!This is madness! The fees must be the same for everybody!
TAMBRO 12 years ago

THIS GUY IS SO STUPID AND "CHISEL"IF YOU ARE PAYING ONLY JUST §100 AND §250 AND YOU ARE CRYING.DO YOU KNOW THE AMOUNT GHANAIANS PAY IN OTHER FOREIGN COUNTRIES FOR SOME PROCESSES?OUR MP`S ARE BEING PAID OUT OF THE GHANAIAN T ...
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THIS GUY IS SO STUPID AND "CHISEL"IF YOU ARE PAYING ONLY JUST §100 AND §250 AND YOU ARE CRYING.DO YOU KNOW THE AMOUNT GHANAIANS PAY IN OTHER FOREIGN COUNTRIES FOR SOME PROCESSES?OUR MP`S ARE BEING PAID OUT OF THE GHANAIAN TAXPAYER`S MONEY AND THERE ARE IMPORTANT ISSUES TO DISCUSS TO MOVE THE NATION FORWARD SO DON`T WASTE THEIR TIME.
Obroni 12 years ago

I think you haven't read the complete article and start making remarks which borders discrimination.
To how many Ghanaians and this type of foreigners are 200 and 500 Ghc only small money ?
our minimum wache was just hired ...
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I think you haven't read the complete article and start making remarks which borders discrimination.
To how many Ghanaians and this type of foreigners are 200 and 500 Ghc only small money ?
our minimum wache was just hired to 800 Ghc monthly.

HENRY PLANGE 12 years ago

This is common practice in some African countries. It is not unusual. I fully agree.

This is common practice in some African countries. It is not unusual. I fully agree.
Nico van Staalduinen 12 years ago

I, am happy that there is a lively conversation about this subject.
I won't comment and further explain on the subject because the content is clear on that. However, I see/read that some people are reacting in a matter of bl ...
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I, am happy that there is a lively conversation about this subject.
I won't comment and further explain on the subject because the content is clear on that. However, I see/read that some people are reacting in a matter of black/white foreigner/nationlist ways and even attacking me, and my country of birth, that are not the type of reactions I was waiting for.
Reaction of cost of Ghanaians traveling abroad have no relevance to my letter, I think we should compare teh right of me, legaly living here and Ghanaians living legaly in the Netherlands. Ghanaians legaly living in the Netherlands, pay the same tax, and enjoy the same costs as all other Dutch people, they are entiteled to the same healthcare, school grants and all social arrangements when they get unemployed, sick, invalid or un-employed. After being a legal resident for more then 5 years, they can vote in the Netherlands.
All I am doing and asking for are equal rights for all permanent residents in Ghana, nothing more nothing less. Nico (Nii Amartey) van Staalduinen

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