The Chairperson of the African Tax Media Network (ATMEN), Danicius Kaihenneh Sengbeh, has called on African journalists to take a greater interest in tax reporting as a means of contributing …
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What businesses should expect from Uganda’s proposed tax changes for FY 2025/26
The Ugandan government has proposed several tax changes for the 2025/26 financial year that could significantly impact businesses across multiple sectors. These proposals aim to boost investment, improve cash flow, …
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Over 100 participants have gathered in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, for a crucial two-day workshop focused on strengthening tax communication across Africa. The event, which opened today, brings together tax administration …
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Collin Babirukamu Joins the Bank of Uganda as Chief Information Officer
Collin Babirukamu has been appointed the Bank of Uganda‘s chief information officer (CIO). His digital transformation, cybersecurity, and financial technology leadership will shape Uganda’s financial sector. With a career spanning …
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Budget Priorities: CSOs raise concerns over the 2025/26 financial plan
Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have raised concerns over the 2025/26 National Budget Framework Paper (NBFP), highlighting funding gaps in key sectors such as trade, industrialization, and private sector development. Their …
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CSBAG raises concerns over the budget framework amidst revenue shortfalls and rising debt
The Civil Society Budget Advocacy Group (CSBAG) has raised serious concerns about the National Budget Framework Paper (NBFP) for the Financial Year 2025/26, citing issues related to low revenue mobilization, …
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On the 15th of June 2023, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) issued a Public Notice regarding the payment of stamp duty on agreements and memoranda of agreements. This was followed …
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The African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) Tax Academy has established itself as a beacon of excellence in capacity-building across Africa among its member states within Taxation and related field. As …
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In his foreword to the inaugural State of Entrepreneurship in Uganda 2024 report, Francis Mwebesa, the Minister of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives said, ‘Micro small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are …
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Excessive bureaucracy in the public sector is a hotbed for corruption. Add greed, some guile, a good measure of networking and regularly sprinkle with cash and you have a well-oiled …