Customs revenue jumps to $450m monthly since AI introduction
Revenue mobilised by the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority has increased significantly to approximately 450 million dollars a month since the introduction of artificial intelligence systems.
The Ghana Revenue Authority's Customs Division has seen a substantial increase in revenue, now averaging approximately $450 million per month, following the integration of artificial intelligence systems. This boost underscores the positive ramifications of modernizing the nation's fiscal framework. Commissioner General Anthony Kwasi Sarpong made this revelation during the West African Tax Administrators Forum, currently taking place in Ghana.
The AI-driven enhancements have been swift and significant, with customs revenue rising from around $350 million to an impressive $450 million monthly—a difference of about $100 million every month. Sarpong emphasized that this is a testament to the power of administrative reform, achievable through fair and accurate rule application backed by modern systems and professional integrity.
He didn't highlight these figures as a boast, but as concrete proof of what can be achieved when political will, administrative reform, and digital innovation align. The improvement in tax collections began in April with the installation of the AI system to aid in goods valuation at ports. This marked a turning point for the Ghana Revenue Authority.
The 8th West African Tax Administrators Forum, coinciding with the association's 15-year anniversary, offers a platform for countries to enhance their revenue mobilization. The forum's theme for this year is "Building Stronger Tax Administrations for Revenue Mobilisation and Sustainable Development."
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