By Omar Bah
The Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) has set a goal to collect D23 billion in taxes by the end of 2025, averaging nearly D2 billion monthly.
In 2024, they successfully collected over D20.83 billion, surpassing their target of D19.2 billion by over D1 billion, reflecting a nominal revenue growth of 32%. This growth is attributed to various reform initiatives rather than increased tax rates.
Under Commissioner General Yankuba Darboe, the GRA has implemented several digital initiatives since 2022 to improve efficiency and broaden the tax base. These include Asycuda World, a Single Window, and an Integrated Tax Administrative System (ITAS).
Finance Minister Seedy Keita praised the GRA for its revenue performance and emphasized the importance of digitalization and expanding the tax base to support continued economic growth.
