The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has revealed that it collected approximately GH₵41 billion in taxes during the first quarter, surpassing its set target of GH₵39 billion.
As monitored by Ghana Insider News, the Acting Commissioner-General, Anthony Sarpong praised the collective performance, highlighting that several regions exceeded expectations. Notably, the Ashanti Region surpassed the target allocated to them, showcasing a strong regional commitment to achieving national revenue goals.
Sarpong noted, “The entire tax performance for the country as a whole was impressive.” His remarks emphasize a collaborative effort among various regions in fulfilling their fiscal responsibilities.
While celebrating this achievement, Sarpong emphasised the importance of maintaining momentum throughout the year. “I have already mentioned to them that it is the beginning, and I do want to expect that, as we have done in the first quarter, they will also deliver in the remaining quarters towards the entire national target,” he stated.
This first-quarter performance highlighted the GRA’s ongoing mission to enhance the nation’s revenue collection strategies to support economic growth. With this strong foundation set in the early months of the year, the GRA aims to ensure that the upcoming quarters yield similar success, propelling Ghana’s economy forward.
