{
  "id": 2123853,
  "title": "Customs Commissioner Visits Tema Collection To Boost Revenue",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/customs-commissioner-visits-tema-collection-to-boost-revenue",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-20T11:24:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Chronicle Ghana",
    "slug": "the-chronicle-ghana",
    "url": "https://thechronicle.com.gh/customs-commissioner-visits-tema-collection-to-boost-revenue/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Commissioner of the Ghana Revenue Authority's Customs Division, Mr Aaron Kanor, recently paid an official visit to the Tema Collection, a key port and Customs facility in Ghana. This visit aimed to bolster revenue generation and enhance operational efficiency at the country's largest port. On August 18, 2026, the Commissioner engaged with the management of Tema Collection, focusing on revenue performance, port operations, and strategies to bolster the Customs' contribution to national development.\n\nDuring a private meeting with the Sector Commander of Tema Collection and his team, Mr Kanor acknowledged the team's efforts in meeting recent revenue targets. He advised them to maintain this progress and strive to surpass their annual revenue targets. Kanor underscored the importance of sustained commitment, teamwork, and efficiency in carrying out the Customs' mandate, especially considering the crucial role of the Tema Port in Ghana's trade and revenue collection.\n\nFollowing his meeting with the Sector Commander, Mr Kanor consulted with Mr Zumah Tebon, the Director of Tema Port, discussing port efficiency and other operational matters. The discussions centered on enhancing the flow and clearance of goods while fostering cooperation among all stakeholders operating within the port.\n\nAs part of the visit, Mr Kanor, along with the Port Director, the Sector Commander of the Tema Collection, and the Head of the State Warehouse, conducted an inspection tour of Atlas Container Freight Station, a terminal designated by UCL. The team visited the facility to gain firsthand knowledge of its operations and identify areas that require improvement. They subsequently toured the Golden Jubilee Terminal and Meridian Port Services' Terminal 3, where they continued to assess operations and interact with stakeholders regarding Customs activities and overall port efficiency.\n\nThis visit exemplifies the Customs Division's ongoing commitment to enhancing revenue collection, improving trade facilitation, and strengthening operational oversight at Ghana's ports.",
  "summary": "The Commissioner of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Mr Aaron Kanor, has paid an official working visit to the Tema Collection, as part of efforts to strengthen revenue mobilisation and improve operational efficiency at the country’s major port. The visit, which took place on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 provided an opportunity […] The post Customs Commissioner Visits Tema…",
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}