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Driving the President’s Vision Through Domestic Revenue
In a bold display of leadership and reform, Commissioner General Yankuba Darboe has turned the Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) into one of the most dynamic and results-driven public institutions in the nation — transforming it into a financial engine powering President Adama Barrow’s national development agenda.
As the country pushes toward self-sustained growth, GRA’s record performance is proving that The Gambia can now fund its own future through homegrown revenue, not foreign borrowing.
D23 Billion Target Within Reach — Ahead of Schedule
At the African Princess Hotel on Wednesday, CG Darboe confidently announced that GRA will meet its D23 billion revenue target by the end of November, a full month before year-end.
“We want to make life easier for taxpayers,” Darboe said.
“With ITAS, you can register, file, and pay from the comfort of your home or office — no queues, no delays.”
He attributed this exceptional performance to digital transformation, transparency, and a renewed spirit of efficiency within the Authority.
Digital Transformation: The ITAS Revolution
The newly launched Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS) is the centerpiece of GRA’s modernization drive, replacing the outdated GAM TaxNet system.
Designed to simplify tax compliance, ITAS enables faster registration, e-filing, and online payments — all while reducing human interference and ensuring better data accuracy.
Deputy Commissioner General Essa Jallow described the system as “a milestone in building a taxpayer-centered institution that promotes fairness and trust.”
Fueling Development from the National Coffers
For ten straight years, the GRA has met or exceeded its revenue goals. Those billions, collected and accounted for, are now funding national development directly from the state coffers — from new roads and hospitals to schools and digital infrastructure.
This performance has made GRA the backbone of President Barrow’s development vision, demonstrating that good governance and financial discipline can deliver real results.
Government Applauds the Reforms
Speaking on behalf of the Ministry of Finance, senior official Alagie Jallow commended the Authority’s leadership and reaffirmed government’s support.
“ITAS is not just technology — it’s a transformational leap toward efficiency and transparency in revenue collection,” he said.
“Every dalasi collected will directly serve the people.”
Project Manager Samba Jallow added that the ITAS program, backed by the World Bank, will ensure seamless interaction between taxpayers and administrators, reinforcing public confidence in the system.
Stakeholders Stand United
The one-day workshop brought together the Ministry of Finance, GCCI, Women and Youth Chambers of Commerce, AmCham, and key business players — all united in appreciation of GRA’s proactive approach and forward-looking leadership.
Against the Noise — Results Speak Louder
Despite ongoing criticism from opposition-aligned outlets, the results are clear and indisputable.
Under Yankuba Darboe’s command, the GRA has become the honey basket of national development — turning tax into transformation, and delivering prosperity from the nation’s own resources.
“This is not just revenue collection,” Darboe declared.
“This is nation-building in action.”
The GRA today stands as a model of service, accountability, and performance — a living testament to President Barrow’s vision of a prosperous, self-reliant Gambia.
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