South Sudan Revenue Authority Calls For Amendment, Implementation Of 2024-2025 Taxation Acts 

By Deborah Akur chol, South Sudan 

The South Sudan Revenue Authority is in urgent need of amendments and effective implementation, to bolster tax collection efforts across the nation.

Under the current regulations, taxes are mandated to be deposited in banks located in Juba and various states.

However, in regions lacking banking facilities, the acceptance of cash payments is permitted.

During the recent launch of the South Sudan Trade Forum, Simon Akuei Deng, Director General of the South Sudan Revenue Authority, emphasized the necessity of revising the taxation act of 2019 and enacting new legislation.

He underscored that tax collection should be centralized under the authority of the national government.

The proposed Taxation Act of 2024-2025 aims to align tax deductions with the rates set by the Bank of South Sudan, ensuring a more structured and consistent approach to tax liabilities.

To combat tax evasion and smuggling, the South Sudan Revenue Authority has incorporated digital technologies into the taxation system.

This advancement is expected to minimize the prevalence of roadblocks operated by self-interested individuals on border routes.

Simon Akuei Deng therefore urged all South Sudanese citizens to fulfill their tax obligations, highlighting that paying taxes is essential for the country’s economic growth and stability.