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Burundi: Burundi OBR Digital Tax Tools Training in Cibitoke, Bukinanyana

Burundi /

On 20 and 22 October 2026, the Burundi Revenue Office (OBR), with support from the African Development Bank (AfDB) and in collaboration with the Burundi Federal Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CFCIB), conducted taxpayer awareness sessions in the western provinces of Cibitoke and Bukinanyana. These sessions aimed to familiarize economic operators with OBR’s digital tools

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Kenya: Kenya Updates Fringe Benefit Tax and Deemed Interest Rates

Kenya /

On 22 October 2026, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) issued a public notice announcing revised rates for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) valuation and deemed interest on employer-provided loans. The update aligns with the Income Tax Act (Cap. 470) and the Finance Act 2026, reflecting current market conditions and ensuring equitable taxation of non-cash employee benefits.

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Kenya: Kenya Enforces Marine Cargo Insurance Compliance for Importers

Kenya /

Effective 22 October 2026, the Kenya Revenue Authority has commenced strict enforcement of the marine cargo insurance requirement for all goods imported into Kenya. Under the East African Community Customs Management Act (EACCMA) 2004 and the Insurance Act (Cap. 487), importers must present valid marine cargo insurance certificates issued by licensed insurers at the point

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Lesotho: Lesotho Revenue Authority Boosts Tax Knowledge and Compliance

Lesotho /

On 22 October 2026, Revenue Services Lesotho (RSL) officially launched its “Strengthening Tax Knowledge and Compliance” initiative, a comprehensive taxpayer education program designed to enhance voluntary compliance across the Kingdom’s tax base. The announcement comes amid ongoing reforms under the Revenue Services Lesotho Act of 2021 and aligns with the Government’s Domestic Resource Mobilisation Strategy.

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South Africa：South Africa Trusts Compliance: Enhanced Manual Letter Requirements

South Africa /

Effective 16 October 2026, SARS has enhanced the Manual Letter of Compliance (MLOC) issued to resident trusts. The MLOC is a critical document confirming a trust’s tax compliance status, often required by financial institutions, the Master of the High Court, and other regulatory bodies. The enhanced MLOC now includes a mandatory requirement for the resident

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Zambia：Zambia Revenue Authority Partners UNCTAD to Modernise Customs

Zambia /

On 21 October 2026, the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) announced a strategic partnership with the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) to modernise the country’s customs operations. The collaboration aims to implement advanced digital solutions, including the ASYCUDA World platform, to streamline cargo clearance, improve risk management capabilities, and align Zambia’s customs procedures

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Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Issues Public Notice 60 on TIPs Issuance Guidelines

Zimbabwe /

On 21 October 2026, the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) issued Public Notice 60 of 2026 regarding the issuance of Tax Invoice Procedures (TIPs). This notice provides updated guidelines for taxpayers on the proper issuance and management of tax invoices, aligning with the latest fiscal legislation. The notice aims to enhance compliance, reduce invoice fraud, and

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Saudi Arabia: Saudi ZATCA Directs August 2026 VAT Returns for Large Taxpayers

Saudi Arabia /

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has directed business sector establishments subject to Value Added Tax (VAT) with annual revenues exceeding SAR 40 million to file their tax returns for August 2026 by September 30, 2026. This requirement applies specifically to large taxpayers who are on a monthly filing cycle. ZATCA emphasizes that returns

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Saudi Arabia：Saudi ZATCA Urges VAT Filing for September and Q3 2026

Saudi Arabia /

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has issued a directive urging business sector establishments subject to Value Added Tax (VAT) to file their tax returns for the month of September 2026 and the third quarter of 2026. The announcement, published on the authority’s official news portal, specifies that taxpayers with annual supplies exceeding SAR

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Saudi Arabia：Saudi ZATCA Mandates Excise Tax Returns for July-August 2026

Saudi Arabia /

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has called on establishments subject to Excise Tax in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to file their tax returns for the months of July and August 2026 no later than September 30, 2026. The Excise Tax applies to goods deemed harmful to public health or the environment, including

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