The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has reintroduced a tax amnesty program that allows taxpayers with unpaid principal tax to waive penalties and interest. Taxpayers can benefit from this amnesty by either paying the full amount owed during the designated period or by applying for a structured payment plan via the KRA iTax system.

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.

Tanzania's 2026/27 budget is set at TZS 62.33 trillion (USD 24 billion), reflecting a 10.3% increase from the previous year. The budget aims for a 6.3% GDP growth, with 74.2% of funding sourced from domestic revenue as grants decrease by 39.1%. Key measures for investors include reducing the deemed profit-distribution tax from 30% to 15%, a one-year income tax holiday for new businesses, and VAT exemptions on specific sectors.

Uganda aims to achieve a 20% tax-to-GDP ratio by 2030, marking one of its most ambitious fiscal targets in decades. This goal is part of a new strategy developed by the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MOFPED) in collaboration with the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA).

Filing taxes jointly with a spouse can simplify financial management, but it may also lead to unforeseen liabilities if one partner underreports income or claims improper deductions. The article discusses the Innocent Spouse Tax Relief, which provides options for individuals who may be affected by their partner's tax reporting issues, helping them understand if they qualify for this relief.

Uganda's entertainment industry has entered a new tax era under the Income Tax (Amendment) Act 2026, which President Museveni assented to on August 20, according to Sqoop. The law imposes more clearly defined tax obligations on artists, performers and the businesses that hire them, including a statutory six percent withholding tax on payments made to public performers. The changes are expected to reshape how the country's creative industries operate financially.