Mr. Mark Mutumba, @MackentMutumba; Programs like the Parish Development Model (PDM) provide capital, yet people often lack the skills or knowledge to use these resources effectively. This leads to poor production outcomes and, ultimately, unfulfilled goals. #NextBigTalk…

#HappeningNow on @nextradio_ug! 📻 Join our very own International Tax Policy Analyst, Mr. Mark Mutumba, as he breaks down why so many Ugandans are facing challenges in earning a living. #NextRadioUg @taxalliance_ug @mofpedU @mtic_uganda @GovUganda @Parliament_Ug @SeatiniU

Mr. Mark Mutumba, International Tax Policy Analyst at SEATINI Uganda; The national census highlighted a high dependency ratio, with a significant number of youth who are neither employed nor in school. This small working class must support not only the youth but also the elderly,…

Mark Mutumba: People need to pay attention to the fact that the figures are not different from what the government and the civil society are saying. #NextBigTalk #NextRadioUg

Mr. Mark Mutumba, @MackentMutumba; While some individuals might seem secure, the reality is that many people could end up needing assistance due to job instability. If someone falls out of employment, they cannot indefinitely rely on friends or family to support them.…

Mark Mutumba: Whereas jobs are increasing and the number of people being employed is increasing, it goes back to the government on how they organize and address the different barriers that were leading to the lack of these jobs. #NextBigTalk #NextRadioUg

Mr. Mark Mutumba, @MackentMutumba; Many Ugandans cannot access basic social services like healthcare and education, which forces them to spend heavily out of pocket. #NextBigTalk #NextRadioUg @mofpedU @GovUganda @Parliament_Ug @nextradio_ug @taxalliance_ug @mtic_uganda

Mark Mutumba: The jobs might be available but the quality of jobs could be questionable. We are looking at people who are coming out of an education system that majorly focuses on theory. Many people learn on jobs. #NextBigTalk #NextRadioUg

Mr. Mark Mutumba, @MackentMutumba; The tax system disproportionately impacts low-income individuals, adding to their financial burden. The government’s current tax approach falls heavily on those who earn the least, which may further entrench inequality. #NextBigTalk…

Mr. Mark Mutumba, @MackentMutumba; There’s need for @GovUganda to reassess its economic policies, especially concerning social service funding and tax burdens. Without policy shifts, Uganda risks further widening the gap between the wealthy and the economically vulnerable.…

Mr. Mark Mutumba,@MackentMutumba ; The cost of land is significantly inflated by Ugandans, especially when the government attempts to buy it for infrastructure projects like road construction. This inflation impacts project costs and, theoretically, the government’s ability to…

Mr. Mark Mutumba, @MackentMutumba; Business survival rates are low in Uganda, raising questions about the efficacy of government-provided capital and financial inclusion efforts if foundational support for business sustainability is lacking. #NextBigTalk #NextRadioUg

Mr. Mark Mutumba, International Tax Policy Analyst @SEATINIUGANDA has joined a panel of experts to discuss "Bridging the gap: Accountability, Climate Financing, and Feminist Perspectives for an Inclusivr Energy Future for Africa" #ExtractivesUG #CCE_Ug2024 #JustTransition

"We need to strengthen the relationship between civil society and government. The role of civil society is to strengthen grassroots structures to ensure that information is decentralised, inspiring citizens to participate in decision making platforms." – Mr. Mutumba Mark from…

Mr. Make Mutumba, International Tax Policy Analyst: "The role of #CSOs in driving discussions around oil and gas is evolving. We're now seeing @GovUganda actively stepping up to lead some of these key initiatives. #ExtractivesUG #CCE_Ug2024 #JustTransition @graUganda

"Targeted research that aligns wiith @GovUganda intiatives is very critical in reshapping some of the policies in place to improve livelihoods for example the Minning and Minerals Act is one of the documents that Government has embarked on"- Mr. Mark Mutumba #CCE_Ug2024

Uganda faces a 64% vulnerability to Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs) in trade-related activities, higher than most regional counterparts like Kenya (58%) and Tanzania (57%). — Mr. Mark Mutumba, Program Officer, International Tax Policy & Governance @SEATINIUGANDA #TaxJusticeUG

Trade Mis-invoicing is the willful falsification of the value, volume and/or quality of an international transaction of goods or services by at least one party to the trade. — Mr. Mark Mutumba, Program Officer, International Tax Policy. @SEATINIUGANDA #TaxJusticeUG

Only 27 out of 170 border entry points in Uganda are manned, creating risks for illicit trade. Stronger customs enforcement is critical to curb smuggling and safeguard revenue. — Mr. Mark Mutumba, Program Officer, International Tax Policy and Governance SEATINI UG #TaxJusticeUG

High demand for contraband goods like cigarettes, alcohol, and electronics fuels illicit trade in Uganda. Smugglers thrive on weak governance and loopholes. — Mr. Mark Mutumba, Program Officer, International Tax Policy and Governance, SEATINI UG #TaxJusticeUG #TaxJusticeUG