Ugandan Politician Calls for Private Sector Tax Compliance to Boost National Revenue
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What happened
Thomas Tayebwa, Deputy Speaker of Parliament, urged the business community to adopt tax compliance, transparency, and ethical practices to support Uganda's economic transformation. Speaking at the National Prayer Breakfast Business Forum, he noted that Uganda is prioritizing widening the tax base over introducing new taxes. He stated that increasing tax compliance could raise the tax-to-GDP ratio from 13–14% to approximately 21%.
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Why it matters
The remarks highlight the need for increased resource generation to fund public services and infrastructure in Uganda. Tayebwa also warned that preferential arrangements and selective tax exemptions could distort competition and hinder business growth.
Thomas Tayebwa previously used a parliamentary platform to issue health warnings on October 6, 2026.
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Who's involved
- Thomas TayebwaDeputy Speaker of Parliament and politician in Uganda
- parliamentLegislative body of Uganda
- UgandaGeopolitical state where the discussion took place
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Uganda Revenue AuthoritySpeculative
The Uganda Revenue Authority could face direct regulatory pressure to enforce higher tax compliance and widen the tax base.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Tayebwa calls for private sector responsibility to help create wealth in Uganda.1 source
Tayebwa called on Parliament to use its oversight roles for Uganda's long-term resilience.1 source
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The entities involved
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Thomas Tayebwa
Ugandan lawyer and politician
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parliament
legislative body of government
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Uganda
country in East Africa
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