National Tenants Union of Ghana

03/09/2026

Acting Rent Commissioner Frederick Opoku says the Bank of Ghana has failed to respond to efforts by the Rent Control Department to collaborate on tackling the practice of charging rent in US dollars .

12/08/2026

Reindolph Afrifa-Oware ,Director of Communications & Corporate Affairs of NATUG will be on Bryt TV and DadI fm this morning. Please kindly join the conversation if you can.

26/06/2026

NATUG SUBMITS PETITION AND POLICY PROPOSAL TO STRENGTHEN TENANT PROTECTION

The National Tenants Union of Ghana (NATUG) has officially submitted a petition and a comprehensive policy proposal to the Ministry responsible for Works and Housing through the Rent Control Department, advocating for the introduction of a Mandatory Landlord Disclosure Regime in Ghana.

The proposal seeks to amend Ghana's rental housing framework by requiring landlords to disclose known material facts about rental properties—including flooding history, structural defects, sanitation challenges, drainage issues, and other significant risks—before any tenancy agreement is signed. This reform aims to promote transparency, accountability, and stronger consumer protection within the rental housing sector.

The petition and proposal were formally received by the management of the Rent Control Department, led by Mr. Frederick Opoku, Acting Rent Commissioner, together with his top management officials. The engagement provided an opportunity to discuss practical reforms that will enhance fairness and strengthen confidence in Ghana's rental housing system.

The NATUG delegation comprised Hellena Owusu Adjei, Deputy Secretary-General; Reindolph Afrifa-Oware, Director of Communications & Corporate Affairs; Rosina Serwaa Williams- Assist Secretary; Kofi Asare-IT officer and Michael Mitchell McLivingstone-Operations.

NATUG expresses its appreciation to the Acting Rent Commissioner and his management team for the warm reception and constructive engagement. We remain committed to working collaboratively with government and all stakeholders to advance policies that protect tenants, encourage responsible property ownership, and promote housing justice for all.

Together, we can build a rental housing sector founded on transparency, fairness, and accountability.

16/06/2026

RENT SHOULD NOT EXCEED 30% OF INCOME

Speaking on Atinka TV Ghana’s Ghana Nie programme, NATUG's Director of Communications,
Reindolph Afrifa-Oware, emphasized a globally recognized housing affordability benchmark: households should not spend more than 30% of their income on rent.

When rent consumes a disproportionate share of household income, families are left with fewer resources for food, healthcare, education, transportation, and savings.

The National Tenants Union of Ghana (NATUG) continues to advocate for policies that promote affordable housing, responsible rent management, and a fair rental system that protects both tenants and landlords.

Housing affordability is not merely an economic issue, it is a social justice and national development imperative.

15/06/2026

Join Reindolph Afrifa-Oware, Director of Communications & Corporate Affairs -NATUG for an engaging and insightful conversation live on Atinka TV expect meaningful discussions, fresh perspectives and conversations that matter.

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12/06/2026

https://gna.org.gh/2026/06/tenants-union-proposes-mandatory-landlord-disclosure-regime/

By Robert Tachie Menson, GNA Dormaa-Ahenkro, (Bono), June 10, GNA – The National Tenants Union of Ghana has proposed a mandatory ‘landlord disclosure regime’ to compel landlords and property…

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

The National Tenants Union of Ghana (NATUG) is advocating for the introduction of a Mandatory Landlord Disclosure Regime to protect tenants from avoidable losses and hidden property risks.

Watch Reindolph Afrifa-Oware, Director of Communications & Corporate Affairs, NATUG, discuss this important policy proposal on Kasapa FM.

08/06/2026

The recent flooding incidents across the country have once again exposed a major gap in tenant protection within Ghana's housing sector.

Far too often, tenants rent properties without being informed that the premises have a history of flooding, serious structural defects, poor drainage systems, plumbing problems, sanitation challenges, or other conditions that pose risks to life and property. It is unacceptable for a tenant to commit substantial financial resources to secure accommodation only to discover these dangers after moving in.

The National Tenants Union of Ghana will be proposing a Mandatory Landlord Disclosure Regime that will require landlords and property owners to disclose all known material risks associated with a property before a tenancy agreement is signed.

These disclosures should include, but not be limited to, recurring flooding, structural defects, sanitation concerns, environmental hazards, and any other conditions that could significantly affect a tenant's safety, health, or enjoyment of the property.

A housing market built on transparency is a housing market built on trust. Tenants deserve the right to make informed decisions before committing to any rental agreement. Such reforms will strengthen consumer protection, improve accountability within the rental sector, reduce avoidable disputes, and promote safer housing standards across Ghana.

Access to housing should not come with hidden risks. It is time for Ghana's tenancy laws and housing regulations to reflect this reality.

Reindolph Afrifa-Oware
Director of Communications & Corporate Affairs.
National Tenants Union of Ghana.