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VAT Rate Power Lies With Parliament, Not the Minister — South Africa's Democratic Alliance v Minister of Finance Ruling

The High Court ruled that section 7(4) of the VAT Act is unconstitutional, limiting the Finance Minister's ability to change tax rates without direct parliamentary involvement.

Rwanda·May 25

Rwanda Mandates VAT on Digital Services with Registration and Withholding Rules

Rwanda introduces comprehensive VAT framework for digital services, requiring foreign suppliers to register or appoint local representatives, with financial institutions handling withholding for non-registered suppliers.

South Africa·Jun 12

VAT Rate Power Lies With Parliament, Not the Minister — South Africa's Democratic Alliance v Minister of Finance Ruling

The High Court ruled that section 7(4) of the VAT Act is unconstitutional, limiting the Finance Minister's ability to change tax rates without direct parliamentary involvement.

Rwanda·May 25

Rwanda Mandates VAT on Digital Services with Registration and Withholding Rules

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