TAGG Sues GRA Over Non-Disclosure of Truedare AI Contract for Tema Port Operations
The Traders Advocacy Group Ghana (TAGG) has initiated legal action against the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) over the authority’s refusal to disclose details of a contract awarded for the deployment of artificial intelligence systems in cargo clearing operations at the Tema Port.
In a press statement issued on March 10, 2026, TAGG said it has filed a writ in court seeking to compel the GRA to release information relating to the contract awarded to Truedare Investment Limited for the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) activities tied to import valuation and clearing processes at the port.
According to the traders’ group, it submitted a request on February 10, 2026, under the Right to Information Act, 2019 (Act 989), seeking access to a copy of the agreement between the GRA and the company.
However, the GRA declined the request on February 25, 2026, citing Section 11 of the RTI Act, which it said protects confidential third-party commercial information and could potentially harm the commercial and competitive interests of the contractor if disclosed.
TAGG, in its statement, rejected the justification provided by the revenue authority, arguing that the contract concerns operations that directly affect traders and the broader economy, particularly import classification, valuation systems and the determination of customs duties.
“As traders impacting Ghana’s economy, we believe in transparency and accountability in processes directly affecting port operations, import duties, and valuation systems,” the group said.
The association further questioned the technical competence of the contractor, alleging that available records suggest the firm is primarily a trading company registered in Cyprus rather than a technology company with expertise in artificial intelligence systems.
TAGG noted that the development raises concerns about the company’s capacity to implement AI-driven solutions that could significantly influence customs valuation and port clearing processes.
“We are demanding the full revelation of the company’s track record and experience in the AI field to justify the award of this sensitive contract,” the group stated.
The traders’ group is therefore calling on the Ministry of Finance and other stakeholders to support efforts aimed at ensuring transparency and accountability in the implementation of technological systems that affect trade facilitation at the country’s ports.
TAGG maintains that while it supports the deployment of advanced technologies to improve efficiency in customs administration, such initiatives must be executed transparently and by entities with the requisite technical competence.
