Tax
PARCEM Slams New Tax Measures in 2025–2026 Budget, Warns of Economic Fallout
"These continually increasing taxes... are not going to boost tax revenues,” says PARCEM leader Faustin Ndikumana, urging the government to rethink its fiscal...
Burundi Cracks Down on Non-Compliant Businesses in Aggressive Tax Enforcement Campaign
Authorities shut down shops across Bujumbura in renewed efforts to enforce tax law and boost state revenue.
Burundi Braces for Price Surge as New Tax Hikes Take Effect
New budget measures raise taxes on essentials, passports, and beverages, fueling fears of a 50% price surge amid deepening inflation.
Burundi Freezes Accounts of Tax Defaulters, Sets January 15 Deadline for Compliance
President Ndayishimiye announces strict measures against tax evasion, offering whistleblowers 10% of fines imposed on offenders.
Burundi Steps Up Efforts to Collect Overdue Taxes in Response to Economic Strain
Finance Minister launches forced recovery of unpaid taxes, warning taxpayers of severe measures ahead of year-end deadline.
Burundi Tightens Tax Collection with New Finance Minister’s Call for Action on Unpaid Revenues
Burundi’s newly appointed Finance Minister, Nestor Ntahontuye, has urged the senior officials of the Burundi Revenue Authority (OBR) to intensify efforts to collect...
Burundi Declares War on Tax Evasion as Ministers Unite to Recover Unpaid Revenues
The government escalates efforts to recover overdue taxes, warning tax evaders of strict legal consequences.
Two Arrested in Southern Rumonge After Seizure of Smuggled Cannabis and Wraps
Burundian authorities intercept smuggled cannabis and wraps in a major crackdown near Lake Tanganyika, leading to two arrests.
