Ghana Revenue Authority News

GRA Investigates Extortion Allegations Against Customs Task Force

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has initiated an internal investigation into allegations of extortion by officers of the Customs Division Task Force in the Ashanti Region. The Traders Advocacy Group Ghana (TAGG) reported instances where containers were intercepted and additional, allegedly unjustified, payments were demanded.

Electronic Transfer Levy Repealed April 2025

The Ghana Revenue Authority has announced that the Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy) will be repealed effective April 1, 2025. This repeal signifies a removal of a specific tax measure that impacted electronic financial transactions.

VAT Registration Threshold Increased to GH₵750,000

The Ghana Revenue Authority has announced an increase in the VAT registration threshold for businesses dealing in goods from GH₵200,000 to GH₵750,000, effective January 1, 2026. This change is part of broader reforms under the Value Added Tax Act, 2025 (Act 1151), which also includes the abolition of the COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy and the VAT Flat Rate Scheme.

GRA DTRD Retreat Strengthens VAT Compliance and Revenue Mobilization

The Ghana Revenue Authority's Domestic Tax Revenue Division held a management retreat to strengthen VAT compliance and revenue mobilization strategies. The retreat focused on achieving a GH¢163 billion target for the DTRD in fiscal year 2026 as part of the Authority's overall GH¢230 billion internal target.