Advancing Gender-Responsive Taxation in West Africa
By transparency33 November 26, 2024
On February 17, 2025, stakeholders from Ghana, Togo, Senegal, Niger, and Nigeria convened to address gender and taxation challenges. Discussions highlighted the political use of tax policies, foreign financial influence, and the misconception of tax neutrality, emphasizing the need for gender-responsive approaches. Examples like Ghana’s electronic levy and Nigeria’s tax awareness campaigns showcased both barriers and progress in equitable taxation.
Key takeaways included linking tax policies to government spending for gender equity, addressing multiple taxation, and leveraging partnerships for accountability. Success stories from Lagos, Tanzania, Ghana, Senegal, and Togo provided strategies for reform.
Participants committed to advocating for a bottom-up approach in tax policy development and learning from global best practices. The session reinforced the urgency of inclusive tax policies that support economic equity for women.
By transparency33
November 26, 2024
