{"id":122599,"date":"2026-04-22T08:02:22","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T08:02:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\/all-news\/nsereko-opposes-vat-on-software-warns-of-innovation-impact"},"modified":"2026-04-22T09:10:33","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T09:10:33","slug":"nsereko-opposes-vat-on-software-warns-of-innovation-impact","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\/all-news\/nsereko-opposes-vat-on-software-warns-of-innovation-impact","title":{"rendered":"Nsereko Opposes VAT on Software, Warns of Innovation Impact"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Uganda. <\/strong><\/span><b>Kampala Central MP Muhammad Nsereko has raised concern over a proposal to impose Value Added Tax (VAT) on software, warning that it could undermine Uganda\u2019s digital transformation agenda and stifle innovation.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Nsereko made the remarks while seeking the Speaker\u2019s indulgence to address Clause 4 of the VAT (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which introduces VAT on software.<\/p>\n<p>He argued that the move risks contradicting government\u2019s own policy direction, particularly efforts to position Information and Communication Technology (ICT) as a key driver of economic growth.<\/p>\n<p>Referencing the President\u2019s manifesto, Nsereko noted that ICT is identified as a backbone for integrating young innovators and transforming society.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI have a huge passion for technology,\u201d he said, describing it as an equaliser for unemployed but innovative young people and a critical enabler of growth in emerging economies.<\/p>\n<p>He warned that taxing software could increase the cost of accessing digital tools, potentially limiting opportunities for startups, developers, and small businesses that rely on technology to scale.<\/p>\n<p>Nsereko emphasised the need for policy coherence, urging lawmakers to align tax decisions with national goals of promoting innovation, digital inclusion, and youth employment.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Uganda<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Uganda. Kampala Central MP Muhammad Nsereko has raised concern over a proposal to impose Value Added Tax (VAT) on software, warning that it could undermine Uganda\u2019s digital transformation agenda and stifle innovation. 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