The government is projecting to generate at least sh538.6 billion in additional revenue for the 2025/2026 financial year from a raft of new tax proposals. These are targeting excise duty …
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The African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF), in partnership with the World Bank Group and the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA), has launched its first technical workshop to jointly design and develop …
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Why Bank of Uganda has maintained CBR at 9.75% as inflation holds steady and growth remains resilient
The Bank of Uganda (BoU) has maintained the Central Bank Rate (CBR) at 9.75% following its May 2025 Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, citing stable inflation trends and resilient economic …
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In an era dominated by digital transformation, Uganda finds itself at a pivotal juncture: how to tax the burgeoning digital economy without stifling innovation. As global tech giants expand their …
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The African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF), in partnership with the World Bank Group and the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA), has launched its first technical workshop to jointly design and develop …
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In the vibrant economy of Uganda, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play a crucial role in driving economic development, fostering innovation, and generating employment opportunities. Yet, a significant challenge faces …
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A financial storm is brewing in the alcohol industry as the Excise Duty (Amendment) Bill, 2025 proposes a steep tax increase on beer made from at least 75% locally sourced …
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Civil society organisations are calling for a more aggressive increase in tobacco taxes, arguing that the government’s current proposal to raise cigarette excise duty by 10% is insufficient to curb …
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EABC Urges East African Governments to Harmonize Fiscal Policies &Taxes Ahead of Budget Consultations to Boost Intra-EAC Trade
The East African Business Council (EABC) has called on EAC governments to adopt fiscal policies that harmonize taxes and fuel business activity, aiming to boost intra-EAC trade and increase people’s …
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The African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) actively participated in the Fifty-Seventh Session of the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA): Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development. The …