Tax body Uganda Revenue Authority has refuted as untrue, claims that it taxes donations meant for cultural institutions.
“URA only taxes employment income, business income, and property tax and not Royal gifts not only of Buganda but any other kingdom,” URA Commissioner General, John Musinguzi Rujoki said .
He was speaking during a meeting between URA officials and representatives from Buganda Kingdom led by the Prime Minister, Charles Peter Mayiga.
Rujoki said they will work with Buganda to ensure tax compliance within the country.
“Buganda has a central geography that hosts businesses which contribute to more than 80 percent of the revenue collected by URA.”
Buganda Prime Minister Charles Peter Mayiga said the kingdom is ready to collaborate with URA to promote a positive tax culture among citizens.
“The kingdom of Buganda is ready to partner with URA in sensitizing the citizenry towards a positive attitude on tax collection.”
“Tax collection should be given a human face to broaden the tax base and ensure equitable service delivery.”
