Former Rwanda tax chief Mary Baine named new head of African Tax Forum
Baine will assume her new position effective July 1, 2025, where she will be tasked with leading ATAF's efforts to strengthen tax systems across Africa while enhancing domestic resource mobilisation.
The former Commissioner General of Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA), Mary Baine, has been named the new executive secretary of the African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF), replacing Logan Wort, who has held the position since it was formed in 2009.
Baine will assume her new position effective July 1, 2025, where she will be tasked with leading ATAF's efforts to strengthen tax systems across Africa while enhancing domestic resource mobilisation.
"Her remarkable career has been defined by a passion for African-led development and her tireless efforts to strengthen domestic resource mobilisation as a foundation for sustainable growth," said ATAF on its official website.
Before her appointment, Baine was the Deputy Executive Secretary at ATAF, where she contributed significantly to the organisation's strategic development initiatives.
She has also held senior leadership roles within the Rwandan government, including serving as Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
ATAF Chairperson Edward Kieswetter has since welcomed Baine's appointment, noting that her experience in public service positions her to lead the organisation forward.
"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.
Kieswetter similarly extended its deepest gratitude to Wort for his exceptional leadership over the past 15 years, noting that under his stewardship, the Forum grew into a respected continental institution, playing a pivotal role in shaping tax policy, enhancing capacity and promoting international tax cooperation for African countries.
"Wort leaves a legacy of excellence, integrity, and impact. As we welcome Ms. Baine into this new role, we look forward to building on this strong foundation and accelerating progress toward a more equitable and prosperous Africa," he said.
ATAF serves as an African network that aims at improving tax systems in Africa through exchanges, knowledge dissemination, capacity development and active contribution to the regional and global tax agenda.
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