Photo: Dr. Martin Yamborigya as Acting GRA Domestic Tax Commissioner
President John Dramani Mahama has named Dr. Martin Kolbil Yamborigya as the Acting Commissioner of the Domestic Tax Revenue Division (DTRD) of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), with the appointment taking effect on Monday, November 17, 2025.
This strategic move comes as Dr. Yamborigya steps into the role vacated by Mr. Edward Apenteng Gyambrah, who recently retired after a notable tenure. The appointment signals a renewed focus on strengthening Ghana’s tax administration at a critical juncture, following significant economic reforms and a recent drop in public debt to 45% of GDP.
Dr. Yamborigya, a veteran tax administrator and public finance expert, brings over 20 years of experience within Ghana’s revenue sector to the position. His extensive background includes pivotal roles in domestic tax policy, compliance management, and revenue mobilization, where he has been instrumental in modernizing the GRA’s operations. Notably, he has spearheaded initiatives to broaden the tax net, particularly among large taxpayers and the informal sector, aligning with the government’s goal to elevate the tax-to-GDP ratio from 13.8% to a target range of 18-20% by 2027 under an IMF-supported program.
President Mahama Appoints Dr. Martin Yamborigya as Acting GRA Domestic Tax Commissioner [X Post]
Dr. Martin Yamborigya has been appointed Acting Commissioner of the Domestic Tax Revenue Division at the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), effective November 17, 2025, following Edward Appenteng Gyamera’s retirement.
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The new Acting Commissioner’s appointment has already generated buzz on X, with stakeholders expressing optimism about his ability to drive fiscal reforms. His past leadership in the Large Taxpayer Office and the Audit Factory has been credited with enhancing tax compliance and integrating digital tools into revenue collection. As Ghana prepares to implement the 2026 Budget, Dr. Yamborigya’s expertise is expected to play a key role in ensuring the DTRD meets its ambitious revenue targets, including a projected GH¢200 billion goal.
This leadership transition occurs as the GRA faces the challenge of transitioning recently approved fiscal reforms, such as VAT adjustments and the repeal of the e-levy, to boost voluntary compliance. Dr. Yamborigya’s track record suggests he is well-equipped to navigate these changes, particularly in the vast informal economy, which constitutes a significant portion of Ghana’s economic activity. His appointment is seen as a step toward reinforcing the authority’s capacity to support the nation’s economic rebuilding efforts.
With his tenure beginning tomorrow, all eyes are on Dr. Yamborigya as he takes the helm of the DTRD, which accounts for over 70% of Ghana’s tax collections through income and value-added taxes. The new GRA commissioner appointment 2025 is poised to shape the future of Ghana’s tax administration reforms, with expectations high for innovative strategies to enhance revenue mobilization. As discussions unfold on X and beyond, his leadership will be crucial in sustaining the momentum of Ghana’s fiscal recovery in the coming years.
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