The Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) is set to roll out the Integrated Domestic Revenue Administration System (IDRAS), a digital platform expected to significantly widen the tax base, strengthen equity in tax assessments and modernise domestic revenue collection.
TRA Commissioner General Yusuph Juma Mwenda said the system will address long-standing challenges in tax administration by improving transparency, curbing tax evasion and ensuring that taxpayers are assessed fairly based on accurate data.
Mr Mwenda made the remarks in Dar es Salaam on January 15, 2026, while opening a three-day training programme on IDRAS for tax consultants and accountants.
The training will later be extended to other stakeholders over a two-week period as part of nationwide preparations for the system’s implementation.
He said IDRAS represents a major upgrade of existing domestic tax systems and will introduce comprehensive reforms aimed at improving efficiency and accountability in revenue collection.
According to him, the platform will enable TRA to identify previously unregistered taxpayers while tightening controls on those who evade taxes through various means.
The Commissioner General emphasised that the new system has been designed with the taxpayer in mind, noting that it will not only strengthen enforcement but also support and protect business operations.
One of its key features is secure digital record-keeping, which will allow taxpayers to safely store and manage their business information.
“IDRAS will be a reliable solution for business record management. Once operational, it will ensure that taxpayers’ data is properly stored and protected, which is essential for business growth and compliance,” Mr Mwenda said.
He added that the system aligns with President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s directive for government institutions to integrate their digital platforms in order to enhance transparency and accountability.
Through IDRAS, TRA will be connected with other government institutions, enabling smoother information sharing and improved service delivery.
Under IDRAS, taxpayers will be able to issue Electronic Fiscal Device (EFD) receipts without relying on physical machines.
The system will also allow businesses and individuals to apply for and obtain Tax Clearance Certificates electronically, a move expected to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and lower the cost of doing business.
Mr Mwenda said the platform will also provide taxpayers with online access to their accounts, allowing them to track their tax information and monitor the status of applications submitted to TRA in real time.
TRA Commissioner for Domestic Revenue Alfred Mlegi said the authority opted to train tax consultants ahead of the system’s launch to ensure wider public understanding and smooth adoption.
He noted that IDRAS comprises 17 modules, 15 of which are ready for immediate use, while two modules covering audit and investigation are still under development.
The Chairperson of the Tanzania Association of Tax Consultants (TATC), CPA Victoria Soka, said the training would enhance the capacity of tax advisors to guide clients effectively under the new system.
“IDRAS will simplify tax administration for both consultants and taxpayers by providing comprehensive and accessible taxpayer information, enabling services to be accessed from anywhere,” she said.
The introduction of IDRAS is expected to mark a turning point in Tanzania’s tax administration, reinforcing fairness, improving compliance and supporting a more business-friendly environment.