MANY RICH PERSONS IN GHANA HAVEN'T REALIZED HOW TO GIVE:MICHAEL BLACKSON LAMENTED.

"We have a reputation for being selfish, which exacerbates the challenges we face as we grapple with issues of generosity… Many affluent individuals prioritize their interests over the collective good.”



The American-based Ghanaian comedian Michael Blackson stressed the importance of the affluent recognizing their social obligations and reinvesting in their local communities.

According to him, comparig tax regulations in Ghana and the United States, the comedian underscored how high-income earners in the U.S. contribute a significant portion of their earnings to taxes, whereas in Ghana, the wealthy are subject to less stringent taxation.

“In the U.S., if you earn a million dollars annually, a substantial portion is allocated to taxes. However, here, the burden is lighter; affluent individuals don’t contribute as much,” Blackson observed.