Tax reforms over the last decade have bolstered government's revenue- raising capacity. These reforms include broadening the tax base, reduction of the marginal tax rate at the lower end, adjustment of brackets to address bracket creep, improving tax administration and building a culture of tax compliance. These successes are the product of sound tax design that took cognisance of societal realities. Increases in resources ensured that allocations infrastructure development and social services have increased while promoting economic growth.