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The Ghana Revenue Authority clarified that carrying more than two mobile phones does not automatically incur customs duty, but travelers may face scrutiny for possible commercial imports.

Customs officials have issued a public warning requiring passengers to properly declare foreign currency when checking bags at airports to prevent smuggling and ensure compliance with national financial regulations.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has intensified public education on goods prohibited from being imported into or exported from Ghana as part of its “GRA Connect” radio campaign.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) aims to achieve GH¢310 billion in tax revenue by 2028, despite revealing that 6 out of 10 businesses fail to properly account for VAT. This target highlights the GRA's efforts to improve tax collection and compliance.

The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has commended the Customs Division for its steady improvement in revenue performance, attributing gains to officer commitment.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) announced that its artificial intelligence-powered Publican AI system significantly increased customs revenue, reaching GH¢6.1 billion in July 2026.

An official from the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has called on Ghanaians to fulfill their tax obligations, emphasizing that tax revenue is crucial for funding the nation's development agenda.

Elsie Appau-Klu, Technical Advisor to the Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority, has been awarded for her excellence in public policy and governance in London.

The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is urging owners of uncustomed vehicles to take advantage of an ongoing amnesty program to regularize their vehicles before it ends on July 31.

The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has clarified that imported vehicles of the same make, model, and year may incur different import duties due to variations in their specifications and features.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has issued a seven-day ultimatum to Electrochem Ghana Limited to pay an outstanding tax liability of GH¢6.8 million, threatening enforcement action if the debt is not settled.

A Chief Revenue Officer at the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Victor Yao Akogo, is encouraging businesses that have suffered losses from fire or other unforeseen incidents to report the damage to the Authority to claim tax relief on destroyed or lost goods.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is urging taxpayers to register before fulfilling their tax obligations and emphasizes the importance of fair treatment. The GRA also highlighted taxpayers' rights to assistance and appeal.

The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, has assured businesses that the new Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS) will not introduce any new taxes.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) plans to significantly increase its tax revenue target to GH¢310 billion by the year 2028, as announced by the Commissioner.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is encouraging consumers to demand VAT invoices for their purchases to ensure compliance and proper tax collection.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has introduced a mobile shortcode for revenue collection under a Modified Taxation System, intensifying efforts to broaden the tax net in the informal sector in the Ashanti region.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) introduced the Publica AI valuation system at ports to combat widespread invoice falsification aimed at reducing import duties.

The KGL Group has paid over GH¢153 million in corporate income tax to the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), reaffirming its commitment to tax compliance. The GRA applauded KGL's significant contribution and urged other entities to follow suit by filing their income tax returns.

The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority, Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, stated that no payments have been made to Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) since he assumed office in January 2025, amidst ongoing scrutiny.

The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Anthony Sarpong, has refuted claims that the new Publican AI system is slowing down trade at Ghana's ports, asserting that it is improving efficiency.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is actively working to enhance the country's investment climate by modernizing tax administration, utilizing digital technology, and simplifying tax compliance for businesses.

Officers of the Preventive Unit of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) Customs Division have intercepted and seized 560 changfang diesel engines at the Golden Jubilee Terminal at Tema Port, in what authorities suspect were intended for illegal small-scale mining (galamsey) operations.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has interdicted five officers from its Customs Division, pending the outcome of an internal investigation.

President John Mahama has appointed Mr. Aaron Kanor as the Acting Commissioner of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to strengthen border security and revenue collection.

Travelers entering Ghana are now required to formally declare any merchandise exceeding standard personal use items to comply with updated customs regulations.

The OSP's Director of Strategy states that targeted office interventions have successfully curbed corrupt practices within the Ghana Revenue Authority's Customs Division vehicle auction process.

The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana (AmCham Ghana), in partnership with the U.S. Embassy, held a U.S.-Ghana Commercial Dialogue with the Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) on tax transparency and business confidence.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has signed a partnership agreement with its UK counterpart to strengthen customs protection and enhance border security.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has detailed the categories of taxpayers who qualify for its Modified Taxation Scheme, as well as those who are excluded from the system.

Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has called on the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to intensify efforts against tax leakages and expand its taxation to include more individuals and businesses in the informal sector to boost national revenue.

Dr. Dominic Naab, Acting Deputy Commissioner of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Head of VAT Administration, is scheduled to discuss key issues surrounding Value Added Tax (VAT) administration and taxpayer obligations on Joy FM.

Officials from the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) Customs Division have clarified the process used to classify and value imported vehicles. They stated that duty assessments are based on internationally accepted customs procedures to ensure fairness.

Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority, has called on businesses to innovatively support youth-led initiatives aimed at environmental clean-up.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has sealed the administrative block of ElectroChem Ghana Limited due to an outstanding tax liability of GH¢8.6 million.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has interdicted four officers suspected of involvement in an attempted diversion of transit cargo into the local market, as part of efforts to enhance customs enforcement.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is calling on businesses and individual taxpayers to fully comply with tax laws. The authority warns that non-compliance, including failure to register or file returns, will result in penalties and legal sanctions.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is intensifying efforts to bring informal sector operators into the tax net, utilizing a modified taxation scheme as its primary tool to reach individuals below the tax threshold.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) plans to fully digitalize the application process for treaty benefits for taxpayers and multinational companies, aiming to improve efficiency amid major international and local tax reforms.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) announced a collection of approximately GH¢1 billion in revenue in April 2026, a performance attributed by Commissioner-General Anthony Kofi Sarpong to ongoing improvements in tax administration efficiency, including the use of an AI system. This marks a significant achievement in the country's revenue collection efforts.

Elsie Appau-Klu, Technical Advisor to the Commissioner General of the Ghana Revenue Authority, praised mothers for their critical role in shaping families and communities in Ghana on Mother's Day.

The Chartered Institute of Taxation Ghana (CITG) supports the Ghana Revenue Authority's new AI-driven tax administration platform, Publican AI, but emphasizes the need for faster dispute resolution mechanisms.

KGL Group, an indigenous business, has demonstrated voluntary tax compliance by paying GH¢153.21 million to the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and the Ministry of Finance (MoF) have requested nominations for a multi-party technical committee to support the deployment of artificial intelligence in customs operations.

The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority, Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, announced that the introduction of the Publican AI system is generating an average of over $3 million in additional daily revenue for the country.

The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Anthony Sarpong, clarified that the new Publican AI system flags suspicious import declarations for review, rather than determining the value of imported goods.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has made a donation of food items and cash to the National Chief Imam in support of the ongoing Ramadan celebrations.

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is supporting Ghana's strategic role in implementing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) by enhancing the Ghana Revenue Authority's capacity to facilitate trade for women traders.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has interdicted five officers of its Customs Division with immediate effect pending the outcome of an internal investigation into alleged procedural breaches.

The Ghana Revenue Authority's Customs Division has issued guidelines explaining the functions of red and green declaration channels at Kotoka International Airport to improve revenue collection and border security.

Anthony Kwasi Sarpong utilized his foundation to fund a mothers' hostel and donate a police vehicle, highlighting corporate social responsibility efforts in the Upper Denkyira East district.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is working to resolve technical challenges affecting tax payments while simultaneously pushing for data-driven tax administration to enhance revenue mobilization. These efforts aim to streamline tax collection and improve efficiency.

MTN Ghana, the country's leading telecom provider, quickly responded to the Ghana Revenue Authority's revised Value Added Tax Act by passing on a tax windfall to its consumers.

The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority, Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, expressed optimism that the deployment of fiscal electronic devices for new Value Added Tax reforms will significantly enhance revenue mobilization.

A Hyundai minibus carrying four men crashed near the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) office at Circle in Accra, Ghana, resulting in two occupants being injured and requiring firefighters to rescue those trapped.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) officially opened a new customs border post at Antado, Cape Coast, with the Commissioner General assuring government support to maximize revenue collection.

The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has urged prospective buyers of imported used vehicles to ensure all import duties are paid to avoid financial losses and potential seizures.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has uncovered multiple tax compliance breaches at Super Plaza, operators of China Mall in Accra, leading to the partial sealing of a warehouse during an enforcement exercise.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has allocated 18 truckloads of transit cargo, intercepted during an attempted diversion into the local market, to the National School Feeding Programme as directed by the Ministry of Finance.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has extended the tax filing deadline to July 6, 2026, citing disruptions caused by recent floods.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has detailed the rights and obligations of taxpayers under the Revenue Administration Act, aiming to enhance voluntary compliance and public engagement.

A private citizen in Ghana has invoked the Right to Information (RTI) Act to request extensive financial and operational records from the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and the National Lottery Authority (NLA) concerning lottery and gaming companies.

Aaron Kanor, Acting Commissioner of Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority, has urged stronger collaboration between Ghana and Togo Customs administrations to enhance trade facilitation and revenue mobilization along their shared border.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has announced a two-month amnesty period for individuals using uncustomed vehicles, allowing them to regularize their status without penalty.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has rolled out a digital Modified Taxation System (MTS) in the Ashanti Region to enhance tax compliance and expand revenue mobilization within the informal sector.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) clarified that its Publican AI system offers only suggestions, not final decisions, for tax assessments. The authority also acknowledged that its outreach efforts regarding the AI tool may not have effectively reached all grassroots traders.

The Ghana Revenue Authority has praised KGL Group of Companies for fulfilling its tax obligations and encouraged other businesses to follow suit.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is enhancing its internal capacity through a rigorous training program for senior officers, aiming to improve tax compliance and national revenue mobilization.

The KGL Group has announced its intention to pay GHC 150 million in corporate income taxes to the Ghana Revenue Authority in April, fulfilling its 2025 obligations ahead of schedule.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has praised a recent study by the Centre for Policy Scrutiny (CPS) on the impact of abolished taxes. The GRA also emphasized the importance of continuous policy examination to ensure fiscal effectiveness.

The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority, Anthony Sarpong, has donated 850 bags of rice and cooking oil to NDC regional Zongo caucus coordinators to support Muslim communities ahead of the upcoming Eid festivities.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin states that Ghanaian entrepreneurs are worse off under the current administration, criticizing a lack of tax incentives and an aggressive revenue collection drive by the Ghana Revenue Authority.

President John Mahama has appointed a new Acting Commissioner for the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).