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Tax People Aren’t Boring: Season 2 is here!

We’re thrilled to announce the return of Tax People Aren’t Boring for a second series — featuring new co-hosts, a brand-new lineup of guests, and some brilliant new voices behind the mic. We’re bringing back the same mission: to prove that behind every tax professional

Saudi Arabia’s VAT updates: 3 changes you need to know

Saudi Arabia continues to lead VAT policy innovation within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) as it refines its tax framework to support economic diversification. Since its introduction in 2018, Saudi Arabia’s VAT system has undergone rapid evolution, with the rate increasing to 15% in 2020,

South Africa’s VAT hike

A long-standing debate finally settled? South Africa’s fiscal landscape is undergoing significant changes, with the government’s decision to incrementally increase the VAT rate over the next two years. As announced in Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s 2025 Budget Speech, the VAT rate will rise from the

How Countries Are Cracking Down on VAT and GST Fraud in 2025

A Global Challenge in 2025 VAT and GST fraud continues to be a significant challenge for tax authorities worldwide. As fraudsters develop new schemes, governments respond with innovative solutions to close loopholes, improve compliance, and recover lost tax revenues. In 2025, several countries have introduced

March 2025 Tax Headlines: Global VAT News

Here is our round-up of all the newest tax snippets from March 2025 – featuring news of rate changes, regulatory updates and reclassifications across the world. Bahamas The Bahamas government proposes VAT reduction on unprepared food from 10% to 5 which will take effect on