Day: December 19, 2024

URA destroys illicit cigarettes worth UGX 1.68 Billion

By Joshua Niyonshima The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has destroyed 36.64 tons of illicit cigarettes, valued at UGX 1,684,107,271, in a major crackdown on illegal trade. The destruction, which took place at Luweero Industries Ltd, a government-designated site in Nakasongola district, was part of the government’s ongoing efforts to combat the illicit tobacco trade and …

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URA cracks down on presumptive tax defaulters in fort portal town

In a bid to boost tax compliance, a dedicated team from the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has embarked on a door-to-door campaign in Fort Portal among traders and business owners. The “Tax Katale,” campaign kicked off on Monday, primarily targeting presumptive taxpayers to ensure that all qualifying businesses comply with their tax obligations.Undeterred by the …

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