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Deputy Minister of Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has called on pastors and religious leaders to champion tax compliance with the same passion they use to encourage tithing in their congregations. Speaking at the launch of the Sustained National Tax Education Programme and the Modified Taxation Scheme in Accra on November 5, 2025, Ampem stressed the need to embed tax education in everyday spaces, including churches, mosques, markets, schools, and workplaces. “I see Pastor Nigel Gaisie here, and some other pastors present. We want to depend on you to advocate to your members to pay taxes. The energy you use to encourage them to pay tithes must also be used to encourage them to pay taxes,” he said. Quoting scripture to support his claim, he added, “Our Bible says, ‘Give unto Caesar, which is the secular authority, what is for Caesar, and give unto God through the churches what is for God.’ So don’t let us use advocacy only for what is for God. Let us also use those platforms to advocate for our members to pay taxes.” Complex Tax Processes, Low Morale: GRA moves to fill gaps in Ghana’s tax system The deputy finance minister highlighted the Ghana Revenue Authority’s (GRA) progress in modernising tax administration, citing tools like online filing, ICUMS, e-VAT invoicing, and the Ghana.gov platform as key measures to simplify processes and boost transparency. He noted that the GRA is working to expand the country’s tax base by bringing over 8 million informal sector workers into the system over the next three years. The Modified Taxation Scheme is central to this effort, offering simplified registration and payment options for small businesses, artisans, and tabletop vendors. By reducing bureaucratic hurdles and promoting voluntary compliance, the government aims to build a more inclusive and sustainable tax culture, with faith leaders playing a pivotal role in advocacy. All you need to know about Ghana’s new vehicle number plates | BizTech
