The African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) has appointed Mary Baine as its new Executive Secretary, starting July 1, 2025.
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The African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) has appointed Mary Baine as its new Executive Secretary, starting July 1, 2025.
ATAF serves as a collaborative platform uniting African tax administrations to foster mutually beneficial discussions and capacity-building initiatives, aimed at promoting efficient and effective tax systems that support the sustainable development of African nations.
The announcement was made earlier this week by Edward Kieswetter, Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service (SARS) and current Chair of ATAF.
Baine will take over from Logan Wort, who has led the organisation since 2009.
According to ATAF, the former Commissioner General of the Rwanda Revenue Authority, who has been serving as the organisation's deputy executive secretary, "brings a wealth of leadership experience and a deep commitment to advancing fair, effective, and inclusive tax systems across the African continent."
Kieswetter noted that "Baine’s appointment marks a new and exciting chapter in ATAF’s journey."
“Ms Baine’s appointment marks a new and exciting chapter in ATAF’s journey. Her extensive expertise demonstrated leadership, and unwavering dedication to the Forum’s mission uniquely positioned her to lead ATAF in the next phase of its journey,” Kieswetter said.
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