Also known as: GRA · Ghana Revenue Authority (Customs Division)
Ghana Revenue Authority — government agency responsible for customs administration, tax collection, and trade facilitation.
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Daily Guide
… Ayensu-Danquah’s tour also aimed to strengthen coordination among key agencies, including the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS), Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), and regional health directorates, while identifying resource and training needs to improve emergen …
Ebola Surveillance, Isolation Systems ActivatedBusiness & Financial Times
By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has assured businesses that its Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS) is designed to reduce the cost and complexity of tax compliance while improving transparency, efficiency and taxpayer services. …
GRA assures businesses of simpler tax compliance on ITASBusiness & Financial Times
By Business Desk The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has assured investors of a more transparent, predictable and growth-oriented tax regime as part of efforts to restore investor confidence and position Ghana as a preferred destination for foreign direct investment. …
GRA courts UK investors with pledge of tax certainty and business-friendly reformsJoy Online
… The CPA also reiterated its commitment to collaborating with the FDA, GSA and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to detect, monitor and remove unregistered products from both online platforms and traditional retail outlets across the country. …
Consumer Protection Agency calls for prosecution of Temu, four other e-commerce firmsJoy Online
… Officials from the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority also participated in the programme, where they educated the traders on the importance of paying duties on imported goods as a means of supporting government revenue mobilisation. …
Trans-Border Business Network trains traders on compliance, safe trade practicesBusiness & Financial Times
… He explained that under the arrangement, corporate entities and philanthropists who partner with GETFund on infrastructure development are able to receive tax reliefs through the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). …
Saka Homes MD commits GH¢18m to build 250-bed dormitory for Achimota SchoolJoy Online
… Consequently, the Association has issued a direct appeal to the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), the Ministry of Trade and Industry, and the Ministry of Finance to comprehensively review the existing tax structure and provide immediate customs relief for indigenous manufacturers. …
Ghana Leather Manufacturers Association calls for zero import duty on raw materialsJoy Online
… As a member of the team representing the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) at this summit, my message to our UK partners is simple: Ghana is resetting the terms of engagement. …
Restoring investor confidence to unlock opportunities and shared prosperityBusiness & Financial Times
… Under the proposed agreement announced by Huayou Cobalt, the final purchase price for Atlantic Lithium will be determined after accounting for capital gains taxes imposed by the Ghana Revenue Authority. …
Atlantic Lithium: A Missed Strategic OpportunityJoy Online
The Head of the Ghana Revenue Authority’s (GRA) International Tax Office, Nana Mensah Otoo, says the GRA is set to fully digitalise the application process for taxpayers and multinational companies seeking treaty benefits, a move aimed at improving efficiency and accessibility. …
GRA to automate treaty benefit applications amid major international and local tax reformsThe Commissioner-General of the Ghana Boundary Commission visited Nkwanta North District in the Oti Region to assess challenges along the Ghana–Togo international boundary and engage traditional authorities, District Assembly officials, security agencies and border residents on border management, security and socio-economic development.
1 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Boundary Commission visited Nkwanta North District in the Oti Region to assess challenges along the Ghana–Togo international boundary and engage traditional authorities, District Assembly officials, security agencies and border residents on border management, security and socio-economic development.
1 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority unveiled its first Command Border post in the Central Region in Antado, near Cape Coast, to support trade facilitation and combat illicit trade. Commissioner General Anthony Kwasi Sarpong assured traders that the post will facilitate legitimate trade while helping protect local businesses.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament has approved three digital tax administration agreements aimed at modernising revenue collection and improving tax compliance, despite the Minority Caucus's unanimous rejection, citing concerns about transparency and lack of adequate disclosure.
31 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The CEO of Servistar Minwax (WA) Limited has rejected a GH¢79,651,132.62 judgment debt awarded by Accra High Court against the Ghana Revenue Authority, saying his company is entitled to only about GH¢8,951,543 and that accepting the larger amount would be unethical.
28 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Mr Yaw Kwarteng died at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital on 15th April 2026 after a short illness. Funeral rites are scheduled for Saturday, 25th July 2026, at his residence in Dansoman-Sahara, with interment at his hometown, Hiawu-Besease.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Petroleum Authority CEO monitored the 24-Hour Economy Programme pilot at selected Tema petroleum depots, accompanied by stakeholders from energy, police, and national security. Petroleum operators reported increased productivity and revenue, though they called for enhanced lighting and security at the facilities.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Revenue Authority Customs officials explained that imported vehicle duty assessments follow two stages — classification and valuation — using the vehicle's Harmonized System code to determine tariff and tax rates. The process involves decoding the Vehicle Identification Number to retrieve technical specifications such as fuel type, year of manufacture, and seating capacity.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Revenue Authority's Customs Division has advised prospective buyers of imported used vehicles to verify that all import duties have been paid before purchase to avoid financial losses and seizure. The Customs Technical Services Bureau recommends using the Vehicle Calculator on the ICUMS/UNIPASS platform and requesting physical inspection at a Customs office to confirm the vehicle's authenticity and duty status.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority has urged owners of uncustomed vehicles to regularise their vehicles before the amnesty deadline of July 31, paying only applicable import duties while penalties are waived. The initiative aims to improve compliance with customs laws while providing vehicle owners a chance to regularise under favourable conditions.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Presidential Adviser at the 24-Hour Economy Authority says the government's initiative aims to transform Ghana into a high-productivity economy through efficient industry operations, innovation, and value addition, rather than simply extending working hours.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Presidential Adviser at the 24-Hour Economy Authority said the government's initiative aims to transform Ghana into a high-productivity economy capable of creating better-paying jobs through industrialisation and value addition, not simply extending working hours. The policy seeks to maximise productive capacity by ensuring industries operate efficiently, embracing innovation, and creating opportunities across multiple sectors.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Presidential Adviser at the 24-Hour Economy Authority says the government's initiative aims to transform Ghana into a high-productivity economy through efficient industry operations, innovation, and value addition — not simply extending working hours. The policy seeks to create better-paying jobs across multiple sectors through industrialisation and maximised productive capacity.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Presidential Adviser at the 24-Hour Economy Authority says the government's initiative aims to transform Ghana into a high-productivity economy through efficient industrial operations, innovation, and value addition rather than simply extending working hours.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's informal cross-border trade totaled GH¢31 billion in the first three quarters of 2025, exceeding formal trade with neighbouring countries and accounting for six per cent of total trade, according to the Ghana Statistical Service.
16 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority has called on businesses, individuals, and philanthropists to support youth-led sanitation and clean-up exercises by providing tools and resources, as part of government efforts to rid communities of filth and promote clean cities.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana, Africa's largest gold producer and the world's sixth-largest, accounts for nearly 40% of total exports but faces deep mismanagement and corruption. Successive governments have failed to establish transparent mechanisms for tracking mining companies' investments, production, taxes, and royalties, enabling systematic underreporting and loss of revenue.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The President of the Institute of Statisticians and Data Scientists says Ghana should rename the "Government Statistician" office to "Statistician General" to better reflect independence and restore public confidence in official statistics, which are often questioned—particularly inflation figures—because the current colonial-era title creates the impression that data serve the government rather than the nation.
13 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Armed Forces has launched the Burma Camp Redevelopment Project to deliver 440 modern housing units across three sub-projects: 192 units at El Wak Barracks, 248 units at Medo Lines in Burma Camp, and a two-storey commercial facility redeveloping the Burma Camp Post Office. The Deputy Minister of Defence framed the initiative as a strategic investment in national security and personnel welfare.
13 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Armed Forces has launched the Burma Camp Redevelopment Project to replace ageing colonial-era infrastructure with modern facilities and improve military personnel accommodation and operational readiness through public-private partnerships.
13 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has locked up warehouses operated by CM Super Plaza (China Mall) at Spintex Road and Atomic Roundabout for failing to register and onboard the electronic tax invoicing system. The company was previously warned to complete registration but did not comply; the authority has given a one-week grace period to resolve the issue.
10 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Revenue Authority discovered that Super Plaza, which operates China Mall in Accra, issued unapproved receipts and has a pending application to join the required GRA system since February 2025. The GRA partially sealed the company's warehouse and collected records to investigate potential tax under-declaration.
10 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghanaian-German Economic Association has called for stronger collaboration between government and the private sector to unlock investment opportunities, promote trade and accelerate economic growth. The call was made at the association's annual forum in Accra on July 8, 2026, which brought together policymakers, business leaders and industry stakeholders to discuss improving Ghana's investment climate.
10 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Customs Division says imported vehicles of the same make, model and year may attract different duties based on variations in trim level, accessories, engine specifications, and other features. The customs valuation system considers multiple factors beyond the make and model, such as leather versus fabric seats and upgraded interior fittings.
10 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghanaian-German Economic Association hosted its "Meet the Government Series" on 8 July 2026 in Accra, bringing together government agencies and the private sector to discuss ways to accelerate Ghana's economic transformation through trade and investment, focusing on the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, Ghana Revenue Authority, and the 24-Hour Economy programme.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has sealed the administrative block of ElectroChem Ghana Limited over an outstanding tax liability of GH¢8.6 million, granting the company seven days to settle the debt or arrange a payment plan before further enforcement action.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Revenue Authority intercepted 18 truckloads of transit cargo suspected of diversion into the local market and, on the Finance Ministry's directive, allocated them to the National School Feeding Programme. An investigation uncovered documentation fraud, under-declaration of goods, tariff misclassification, and possible identity fraud.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has given Electrochem Ghana Limited, a salt mining company and McDan Group subsidiary, seven days to settle an outstanding tax liability of GH¢8.6 million or face further enforcement action, including possible restrictions on access to its mining facility. The outstanding liability dates back to 2021, and the GRA has sealed the company's administration block in Ada as part of enforcement measures.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has extended the deadline for filing second quarter Corporate Income Tax, Personal Income Tax, and May 2026 Value Added Tax, National Health Insurance Levy, and Communications Service Tax returns from June 30 to July 6, 2026, to provide relief to taxpayers whose operations were disrupted by recent heavy rains and flooding in Accra and surrounding communities.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has donated 39,256 jerry cans of vegetable cooking oil, seized in February following an investigation into customs fraud, to the National School Feeding Programme. The investigation of 18 trucks declared as transit cargo from Togo to Niger uncovered falsified trade documentation, under-declaration of goods, and incorrect tariff classification.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has interdicted four officers for alleged involvement in an attempted diversion of transit cargo into the local market. The action follows investigations into 18 trucks declared as transit cargo from Togo to Niger but suspected of being diverted into Ghana for local sale.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →