West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF)
WATAF was established through an adoption of Agreement by the General Assembly of member states to contribute to the efficacy of tax administration and improved public service delivery in support of the development of countries in West Africa.
Abuja, Nigeria, 21 April 2026: The West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF) has called for accelerated digitalization of Value Added Tax (VAT) systems across the region, warning that inefficiencies in current systems continue to limit revenue mobilization and economic growth. The call was made during a high-level regional forum held
The West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF), in collaboration with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), is hosting a regional training on the Tax Administration Diagnostic Assessment Tool (TADAT) in Lagos, Nigeria, from 6 to 10 April 2026. This initiative underscores WATAF’s continued commitment to enhancing domestic revenue mobilisation and promoting
The West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF) participated in the 5th Session of the AU Sub-Committee on Tax and Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs) held in Abuja, Nigeria from 31 March to 2 April 2026. Held under the theme “Building the Africa We Want through Tax and Fiscal Policy Reforms,” the
The West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF) and the Tax Justice Network Africa (TJNA) have today formalised a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC), marking an important step in strengthening collaboration between tax administrations and civil society across Africa. This milestone reflects a shared commitment to promoting fair, transparent, and inclusive tax
The African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) and the West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF) have formalised a long-term Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC), marking an important milestone in strengthening collaboration among African tax administrations. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing domestic resource mobilisation, enhancing institutional capacity, and promoting more
The Executive Secretary of the West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF), Mr. Jules Tapsoba, is participating in the ongoing 12th International Annual Tax Conference (CIAF/AITC 2026).The Conference, which brings together tax administrators, policymakers, and experts from across Africa and beyond, provides a strategic platform for dialogue on contemporary taxation issues,
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