The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is pushing for higher voluntary tax compliance to fund national infrastructure projects. Elsie Appau-Klu, Esq., Technical Advisor to the GRA Commissioner General, stated that citizen tax contributions directly drive the country’s development.
Appau-Klu delivered the message in the Volta Region. She joined President John Dramani Mahama during the recent #ResettingGhana Tour to boost public tax awareness.
“Every pesewa counts when it turns into projects that change lives,” Appau-Klu said
Tax revenues serve as the primary source for national growth. The GRA noted that these funds directly finance roads, schools, hospitals, and water systems. Security services and public utilities also rely on this steady revenue stream.
The state relies heavily on citizen compliance as Ghana targets sustainable economic growth in 2026. Officials state that broad tax participation expands job creation and public services.
The GRA is increasing its public education campaigns for businesses and individuals. The authority aims to build public trust by linking tax collection to visible community upgrades.
Appau-Klu emphasized that paying taxes is a civic duty rather than just a legal requirement. The tour focused on balancing state transparency with civic responsibility to fund health, education, and agriculture.
“Know your taxes. Pay your taxes. Let us build Ghana together. Ghana First,” Appau-Klu concluded.
