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Corruption Investigation Traces Tax Authority Dealings in Angola

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 15
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What happened

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Maka Angola's investigation traces dealings between Angola's General Tax Administration and businesses associated with In Pressionante Kianda. José Leiria, who previously chaired the General Tax Administration, and Bráulio Assis are mentioned in the investigation. The reports detail instances of inflated invoices in the tax authority's business dealings.

From allafrica.com

Why it matters

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The investigation raises concerns about state capture within the tax authority. The reports detail how the tax authority's business dealings involved inflated costs, such as charging €8,033.20 for three cotton candy machines when a separate quotation obtained in Portugal was €300 plus VAT.

From allafrica.com

Who's involved

  • LeiriaJosé Leiria previously chaired Angola's General Tax Administration

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • LeiriaSpeculative

    Leiria might face scrutiny regarding its involvement in the General Tax Administration corruption investigation, potentially affecting its tax revenue or contracts.

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The entities involved

  • Leiria

    city seat of Leiria municipality

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