E-Levy: May 1 Implementation To Be Done In Modified-Phased Approach – GRA

Ghana Revenue Authority has announced its decision to commence the operationalization of the E-levy from May 1 in a modified-phased approach.This follows the results of an assessment carried out by the GRA to test general readiness of some charging entities to integrate with the E-Levy management system. The new development is a

snag in the Authority’s plan to fully implement the E-levy by May 1. Earlier this week, Ningo-Prampram MP, Sam George Nartey, had also stated that the Authority was not ready to implement the (E-levy) despite it saying otherwise. According to him, processes that will ensure the effective run of the controversial tax have still not been completed. The Ningo-Prampram MP noted that, as

it stands, the Application Programming Interface (API) and security architecture have not been made available to telecommunications companies (Telcos). I can speak on authority that as at close of day as late as 11 pm last night (Wednesday), when the Commissioner-General for the GRA says all the APIs have been given to all Electronic Money Issuers (EMI) is incorrect. At least two APIs are still outstanding, he said.