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In response to the current economic landscape and the need for sustainable public finance, National Treasury has proposed significant amendments aimed at enhancing tax compliance, broadening the tax base, and improving the overall fiscal framework in Kenya. An important q..
Various stakeholders in the Zambian mining industry are eager to understand the implications of the draft Minerals Regulation Commission Bill once passed into law. A recurring theme that is causing apprehension amongst stake holders is section 15 of the Bill – which allow..
South Africa is known internationally for its abundant flora. South African plant breeders regularly win awards at an international level for their unique and beautiful cultivars. From roses to aloes to all manner of drought-resistant and “South Africa friendly” flowers, ..
On 26 June 2024, the Attorney General published the Written Law (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No.2) Bill, 2024. The Bill proposed, among others, amendments to the Land Act and the Immigration Act. Specifically, the proposed amendments in the two Acts were meant to create sp..
On 31 October 2024, the Cabinet Secretary, National Treasury and Economic Planning published an explanatory note on changes proposed to be introduced by the Tax Laws (Amendment) Bill 2024 and the Business Laws (Amendment) Bill 2024.
On 27 July 2024, the Mauritian Parliament enacted the Finance (Miscellaneous) Provisions Act 2024, which gives legal effect to the measures outlined by the Minister of Finance in the 2024-2025 Budget Speech. The Act reflects the government’s focus on fostering sustainable..
Businesses in South Africa are required to notify authorities of certain offences, although they are also empowered to rely on certain legislation to protect and enforce their rights against criminals. The Cybercrimes Act 19 of 2020 (the Cybercrimes Act) is the first stat..
Over the last year or so, the Kenyan tax environment has been uncertain, not only because of protests and/or demonstrations that resulted in the withdrawal of the Finance Bill, 2024, but a myriad of court cases challenging the constitutionality of the Finance Act, 2023. O..
The mining sector in Tanzania has a long history starting from the pre-colonial era when the country’s mineral resources were mined and exported to foreign markets. From a regulatory and legislative perspective, Tanzania's mining sector had significant legal changes when ..
