By Abdoulie Nyockeh
The Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) has proudly taken part in a landmark international seminar in Kigali, Rwanda, underscoring the countryโs commitment to digital transformation in revenue administration.
Led by Commissioner of Customs, Alhagie K. Mbye, the Gambian delegation is attending the Joint IMF-AFRITAC West 2 and East Inter-Regional Workshop on Digitalization, held from October 26โ30, 2026. The five-day seminar brings together senior officials from across Africa to exchange experiences and strategies on modernizing revenue systems.
The Gambiaโs participation highlights its determination to embrace innovation, particularly through the Single Window system a flagship initiative designed to streamline trade processes, enhance compliance, and improve services for taxpayers and traders.
Organized by the International Monetary Fundโs Regional Technical Assistance Centers, the workshop focuses on practical frameworks for assessing digital readiness, developing strategies, and responsibly adopting emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. Key themes include cybersecurity, resilience, and institutional reform all vital pillars for successful digital transformation.
The Gambian delegation includes Musa Saidykhan, Director of ITC/Digitalization; Fafanding Cham, Deputy Commissioner; and Adama Cham, Deputy Director of Project Management, alongside senior officials from customs, domestic taxes, ICT, and modernization offices. Their multidisciplinary representation reflects The Gambiaโs determination to align with global best practices and contribute actively to the regional community of practice being established through this initiative.
This milestone positions The Gambia as a forward-looking nation in revenue administration and reinforces its growing role in shaping Africaโs digital future.
