- Parliament passed the Value Added Tax Amendment Bill 2024
- The bill allows the government to collect VAT on donated goods or services from employers to employees
- The Opposition criticized the move, calling it inhumane and potentially discouraging donations
- The Leader of Opposition raised concerns about lowering VAT rates from 18% to 16%
- Traders have expressed concerns and threatened protests if their issues are not addressed by the government
Source: softpower.ug
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