As part of the Sierra Leone Mining Week, the National Revenue Authority (NRA) on Thursday, April 11, 2025, proudly hosted His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio and a high-level delegation of national stakeholders at the Bintumani Conference Center in Aberdeen, Freetown. The event provided a unique platform for the NRA to highlight its transformative tax reform initiatives and underscore its commitment to modernizing tax administration in Sierra Leone.
During the engagement, NRA officials delivered a comprehensive presentation on key digital reforms being implemented to streamline tax processes and boost revenue collection. These included the Electronic Cash Register (ECR), the Product Tracing System and the Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS); all part of a broader strategy to enhance efficiency, promote voluntary compliance and increase transparency in tax administration.
The Authority’s display drew considerable attention from stakeholders within the mining and financial sectors, offering a space for meaningful dialogue on the state of revenue management, particularly within the extractive industries. NRA representatives actively engaged attendees, fielding questions and providing clarity on a wide range of tax-related concerns. This interaction highlighted the Authority’s ongoing commitment to public education, transparency and inclusive dialogue around tax policy.
Speaking at the event, an NRA official emphasized the significance of these reforms in ensuring that Sierra Leone’s natural resources contribute more effectively to national development. “These technological advancements are not just about modernizing systems; they’re about building trust, encouraging compliance and ensuring that revenues from sectors like mining are properly accounted for and reinvested in the country’s progress,” the official noted.
The NRA reaffirmed its dedication to reinforcing a culture of accountability and tax compliance further expressing its eagerness to continue engaging with participants and to address pressing concerns related to tax obligations and extractive revenue governance.
With a renewed focus on reform and public engagement, the NRA’s presence at Mining Week 2025 serves as a powerful reminder of the crucial role tax administration plays in supporting Sierra Leone’s economic growth and sustainable development.
