The Tobacco Bill has been advanced by Parliament, with approximately 10 committee members in favor and one opposed. The bill will undergo a detailed clause-by-clause analysis and consideration, as MPs aim for balanced regulation and a crackdown on illicit trade, according to IOL.

Stakeholders in South Africa have until 21 August to provide their input on a proposed bill that could significantly alter the regulatory landscape of the telecommunications sector, as parliament prepares to make a decision on the matter.

The Private Sector Budget Review Dialogue has raised concerns about policy bottlenecks affecting Uganda's economic growth. Industry leaders argue that high operating costs and regulatory challenges hinder competitiveness, which is crucial for achieving the country's ambitious growth targets. They emphasize that enhancing business conditions may be as vital as increasing revenue mobilization to support Uganda's tenfold growth agenda.

Manyatta MP John Gitonga Mukunji has proposed amendments to the National Assembly’s Standing Orders to require a two-thirds quorum for passing future Finance Bills. This suggestion follows public criticism regarding the low participation of 187 MPs during a crucial vote on June 18. Mukunji emphasized the importance of the Finance Bill, citing its significant impact on citizens and the country's political and economic direction, referencing the experience of 2024.

Kenya has passed a controversial bill two years after protests led by the Gen Z movement resulted in violence and fatalities. The legislation has sparked debate and concern among various groups regarding its implications and the circumstances surrounding its approval, according to Al Jazeera.

South Africans have a limited time to submit their feedback on the proposed tax changes outlined in the 2026 draft Rates and Monetary Amounts and Amendment of Revenue Laws Bill. The deadline for public input is approaching, emphasizing the importance of citizen engagement in the legislative process.