Uganda has made a major change to its tax system by increasing the Value Added Tax (VAT) registration threshold from Shs150 million to Shs300 million, following the VAT (Amendment) Act …
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When Accounting Meets Tax: Lessons from Ericsson AB v URA
Tax disputes often arise not because a taxpayer has failed to pay taxes, but because accounting principles and tax laws operate differently. One of the most significant decisions from the …
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Republic of Congo Joins ATAF as 45th Member, Strengthening Africa’s Tax Cooperation Agenda
The African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) has officially welcomed the Republic of Congo as its 45th member, following the signing of the instrument of accession by Mr. Ludovic ITOUA, Directeur …
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When Silence Became Defeat: URA vs Pentecostal Assemblies of God
The recent High Court decision in Uganda Revenue Authority v Pentecostal Assemblies of God and the cross-appeal by Pentecostal Assemblies of God against URA is more than just another tax …
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Inside the Shs 4.1 Billion VAT War That URA Just Lost to Four Points Sheraton
A landmark ruling by the Tax Appeals Tribunal has ordered the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) to refund more than Shs 4.06 billion to Portman Square Limited, owners of the Four …
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Who Really Pays Stamp Duty? Lessons from the Ecobank v URA Tribunal Decision
In taxation, one of the most dangerous assumptions is believing that commercial practice automatically creates legal liability. For years, many financial institutions and taxpayers have operated under the understanding that …
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Effective Tax Treaty Policy and the Fight Against Profit Shifting in Africa
“Tax treaties can be powerful tools for Africa’s development – but only if they are designed to protect the continent’s taxing rights and promote investment.” For too long, poorly drafted …
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Assessing the Returns: Are Uganda’s 10-Year Tax Holidays Worth It?
The Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development (MoFPED) has released a comprehensive cost-benefit and causal analysis of Uganda’s 10-year Corporate Income Tax holidays for strategic investors and exporters. The …
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On 1 April 2026, the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development tabled the Lotteries and Gaming (Amendment) Bill, 2026 before Parliament as part of the broader tax reform package …
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What You Missed in April: Policy, Power and Markets
April did not unfold like a normal month in Uganda’s economic calendar. It felt more like a tightly written script where every week raised the stakes, every announcement shifted the …