Revenue collected by the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has reportedly increased significantly following the introduction of artificial intelligence and other technology-driven reforms aimed at improving customs valuation, classification and revenue mobilisation.
According to the GRA, monthly Customs revenue has risen from approximately US$350 million to as much as US$450 million since the implementation of the new measures.
The reforms, which began operating in April 2026, form part of broader efforts to improve the efficiency of Ghana’s customs administration and reduce revenue leakages associated with international trade.
The use of artificial intelligence is intended to help Customs officials identify unusual patterns, assess declarations and make more informed decisions when processing imported goods.
The GRA has previously identified artificial intelligence and data-driven systems as important tools for detecting anomalies, managing risks and strengthening revenue collection. The authority has also established strategic committees focused on AI integration and the use of advanced cargo information.
The reported increase in monthly revenue represents a rise of about US$100 million compared with the previous level of approximately US$350 million.
The development comes as Ghana continues to pursue measures aimed at increasing domestic revenue and improving efficiency within its tax and customs administration.
Customs revenue forms an important part of government income, particularly through duties and other taxes collected on imported goods. Improving the accuracy of customs valuation and classification can therefore have a direct impact on the amount of revenue collected.
The GRA’s Integrated Customs Management System (ICUMS) already provides an electronic platform for coordinating cross-border trade activities, customs valuation, classification, risk management and payments. The system was introduced as part of efforts to modernise customs operations and address revenue leakages.
The latest AI-supported measures are expected to build on these digital systems by providing Customs with additional tools to analyse information and identify potential discrepancies.
The reforms also form part of wider government efforts to strengthen revenue mobilisation without relying solely on increases in existing tax rates.
For importers and other businesses operating through Ghana’s ports and borders, the increasing use of technology is expected to change how declarations are assessed and how potential discrepancies are identified.
The GRA has maintained that technology can help improve transparency and efficiency while supporting legitimate businesses involved in international trade.
The reported rise in Customs revenue comes at a time when the government is seeking to improve public revenue collection and reduce losses across different areas of the economy.
While the reported figures point to a substantial increase in Customs collections, the longer-term impact of the AI-powered reforms will depend on how effectively the systems are maintained and integrated into Ghana’s wider customs operations.
The GRA is expected to continue expanding the use of digital tools as it works to improve revenue mobilisation, strengthen risk management and make customs processes more efficient.
Source: Thepressradio.com
