Taxes alone will not close the wealth gap in Africa

Taxation could play a role in addressing inequality, but the form and efficiency of taxes will determine success

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In this article

  • Inequality
  • The millionaires club
  • Tax Base
  • Taxes today
  • Income tax
  • Sales taxes
  • Tax and inequality
  • The other half

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