THE chorus of opposition against the Intermediated Money Transfer Tax (IMTT) — colloquially known as the ‘two percent tax’— has reached a crescendo, culminating in a remarkable call from the ruling party itself for its removal. As the ministry of Finance prepares the 2026 National Budget, it is an absolute necessity, not merely a recommendation,…
Scrap costly transaction tax

Senegal intends to set a 20% tax on players’ winnings. The measure fits squarely into the broader push to tighten gambling regulation in the region.