African tax leaders meet in Uganda to tackle effective taxation of the wealthy - Institute of Development Studies

African Tax Leaders Meet to Tackle Effective Taxation

The taxation of the wealthy is a key challenge for tax professionals and policymakers worldwide, including in Africa.

High-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) pose a challenge, as governments face rising debt, climate change mitigation costs, and cuts to foreign aid.

Increasing domestic revenues while ensuring fairness and credibility in tax systems is a priority, with a focus on the wealthiest citizens, whose numbers are growing in Africa.

A focus on the wealthiest citizens... has become both an economic and political priority.

The Institute of Development Studies invites input to shape future priorities through a five-minute survey.

Author's summary: African tax leaders gather to address taxation challenges.

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Institute of Development Studies Institute of Development Studies — 2025-10-28

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