Ketu North MP Eric Edem Agbana has proposed “an immediate review” of the Rent Act, calling it “outdated”.

He noted this on his Facebook, Thursday, February 13, 2025, recalling drawing the House’s attention to the crucial issue.

Agbana also highlighted the need for the “transformation of the Rent Control Department into a fully-fledged National Rent Authority and the standardization of rent nationwide to prevent the arbitrary determination of rent by landlords”.

“These reforms are critical to addressing the housing challenges faced by millions of Ghanaians and ensuring fairness and affordability in our rental system,” he explained.

The Rent Act of 1963 (Act 220) is the main legislation that governs tenancy agreements in Ghana, outlining the rights and obligations of both landlords and tenants. 

Read more of Agbana's post below:

This afternoon, I delivered a statement on the floor of Parliament, highlighting the challenges within the current rent regime and the urgent need for comprehensive reforms.

I proposed key recommendations, including an immediate review of the outdated Rent Act, the transformation of the Rent Control Department into a fully-fledged National Rent Authority, and the standardization of rent nationwide to prevent the arbitrary determination of rent by landlords.

These reforms are critical to addressing the housing challenges faced by millions of Ghanaians and ensuring fairness and affordability in our rental system.

My gratitude goes to all colleague MPs who rose to support my statement, and to the First Deputy Speaker for directing the sector minister to work on the reintroduction of the new bill.

I am committed to pursuing this advocacy relentlessly until the changes we seek become a reality.

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