Ghana Revenue Authority Calls for Stronger Tax Cooperation Across Africa to Boost Regional Revenue
Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) Commissioner‑General Anthony Kwasi Sarpong urged African tax administrations to deepen cooperation to improve domestic revenue mobilisation.
In Brief
- •Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) Commissioner‑General Anthony Kwasi Sarpong urged African tax administrations to deepen cooperation to improve domestic revenue mobilisation.
- •The call was made at the 8th High‑Level Policy Dialogue and 23rd General Assembly of the West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF) in Accra.
- •Sarpong highlighted West Africa’s 2025 GDP growth of 4.8 % and projected 4.6 % for 2026, noting a persistent development‑financing gap.
- •He advocated expanding the tax base, formalising informal‑sector activities, leveraging technology (e‑filing, AI, data analytics) and strengthening institutional integrity.
Why It Matters
The GRA’s appeal underscores the critical role of tax systems in financing development across West Africa. By broadening the tax base and adopting digital tools, governments can generate the resources needed for infrastructure, social investment, climate adaptation and digital transformation, thereby enhancing economic resilience and public trust.
Key Details
- Event
- 8th High‑Level Policy Dialogue & 23rd General Assembly of WATAF
- Location
- Accra, Ghana
- GDP Growth 2025
- 4.8 %
- GDP Growth 2026 Projection
- 4.6 %
- Key Themes
- Tax base expansion, technology adoption, institutional integrity
- Call to Action
- Strengthen tax cooperation across African administrations
Context & Background
The West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF) is a regional body that facilitates collaboration among tax authorities to improve revenue collection and fiscal governance.
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