KPMG’s Anthony Kwasi Sarpong Appointed Acting Commissioner-General of GRA
President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, Senior Partner at KPMG, as the Acting Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).
The appointment, effective Tuesday, January 21, 2025, was made in accordance with Article 195(1) of the Constitution and Section 13(1) of the Ghana Revenue Act, 2009 (Act 791).
The announcement was contained in a statement issued by the Secretary to the President, Dr Callistus Mahama. The statement noted that the appointment is pending the Constitutionally required advice of the GRA Governing Board, in consultation with the Public Services Commission.
As Acting Commissioner-General, Anthony Kwasi Sarpong is expected to lead the GRA in its mandate to optimize revenue collection. His extensive experience in financial management and auditing is anticipated to bring valuable expertise to the authority.
Mr. Sarpong has been requested to confirm his acceptance of the role within 14 days of the appointment.
