LRA Showcases Digital Tax Reforms to Boost Investor Confidence at Ghana Investment 

Accra, Ghana: The Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) has showcased sweeping digital tax reforms and investor-friendly initiatives at the Liberia High-Level Diplomatic Investment Forum 2026 in Accra, Ghana, underscoring its commitment to creating a transparent, efficient, and technology-driven tax system that supports investment and economic growth.

Held under the theme, "Translating Partnership into Investment for Liberia's ARREST Agenda," the forum, organized by the Embassy of Liberia in Ghana, brought together diplomats accredited to Liberia, government officials, business executives, development partners, and members of the Liberian community in Ghana to strengthen economic cooperation and promote Liberia as a preferred investment destination.

Representing the LRA, Assistant Commissioner for the Taxpayer Services Division, Isaac B. Stevens, said the Authority is using digital innovation to simplify tax administration, improve taxpayer services, and create a more attractive business climate for both domestic and international investors.

"The Liberia Revenue Authority is evolving into a modern, technology-driven institution that supports investment, facilitates legitimate trade, strengthens domestic revenue mobilization, and improves the ease of doing business in Liberia," Stevens said.

He noted that the Authority's digital transformation is reducing bureaucracy, increasing transparency, and making tax compliance faster and more convenient for businesses and individuals.

Among the major reforms highlighted were the Liberia Integrated Tax Administration System (LITAS) for electronic tax filing and payment, mobile money tax payment services, online tax clearance certificate processing, and electronic customs declarations through the ASYCUDA World platform.

According to Stevens, these initiatives have significantly reduced processing times, enhanced operational efficiency, and provided investors with a more predictable and business-friendly tax environment.

He added that the LRA continues to prioritize taxpayer-centered services while implementing policy reforms aimed at strengthening investor confidence and supporting Liberia's long-term economic development.

Stevens also outlined several government measures designed to improve the investment climate, including targeted tax incentives for priority sectors, simplified tax administration procedures, and reforms that lower compliance costs and reduce administrative bottlenecks.

He reaffirmed the Authority's commitment to implementing the 2025 Tax Amendment Act, expanding digital taxpayer services, strengthening customs administration, improving tax compliance, and supporting the rollout of the Value Added Tax (VAT) as part of Liberia's broader fiscal reform agenda.

Speaking at the forum, Liberia's Ambassador to Ghana, Musu Jatu Ruhle, said the event reflects Liberia's renewed focus on economic diplomacy and international partnerships that can drive sustainable development.

She emphasized that the government remains committed to working closely with foreign investors and the Liberian diaspora to unlock investment opportunities aligned with the country's national development priorities.

The LRA delegation also included Acting Communication Manager Jerry Laynumah Siakor and Junior Tax Education Officer Cathrine Saysay Tuah.

The forum held on Monday, July 29, 2026, forms part of Liberia's broader strategy to strengthen international partnerships, attract private sector investment, and showcase ongoing economic reforms.

Participants also explored investment opportunities across agriculture, mining, energy, tourism, manufacturing, and real estate—sectors the government says are being supported through policy reforms that enhance transparency, regulatory certainty, and the overall ease of doing business.