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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 …

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 …

Imagine moving your own stock from a central warehouse to a branch, only for the taxman to later call it a “sale” and demand billions in tax. That is exactly …

In the complex world of taxation, there are cases that clarify the law, and then there are those that reshape how the law is understood and applied. The recent decision …

For years, many Ugandan companies have believed that supplying services to a foreign company automatically qualifies as an exported service, attracting zero-rated Value Added Tax (VAT). But a recent High …

In a country where payroll practices often evolve faster than compliance frameworks, a recent decision of the Tax Appeals Tribunal has delivered a timely and sobering reminder: in tax matters, …

Tax incentives are not charity. They are calculated bets by the State, bets that an investor’s promises will translate into real capital, real jobs, and real economic value. When those …

As December draws to a close, many Ugandans are shifting attention to Christmas plans, travel, and a fresh start to the new year. Businesses are slowing down, offices are closing …

Cybersecurity Is the New URA Compliance, And It’s No Longer IT’s Job. The email arrived at the worst possible moment, month-end, when pressure in the finance office is thick enough …