9th Africa Tax Symposium
We are proud to announce that the 9th Africa Tax Symposium will be held in the vibrant city of Nairobi, Kenya, 29-31 May 2024!
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Description
The upcoming 9th Africa Tax Symposium anticipates thought-provoking examination of crucial issues shaping the fiscal landscape. Our programme will explore international tax intricacies, analyzing recent developments and emerging issues.
During the symposium we will shine a spotlight on the pressing issues surrounding Africa’s response to the Global Minimum Tax, tax treaty and transfer pricing developments within the continent demanding adept navigation through the complexities of legislation and policy shifts. We will also discuss trade, investment, and domestic resource mobilization in Africa, exploring opportunities, obstacles, and practical perspectives pivotal for fostering economic growth. The symposium will conclude with a reflection on Africa's capacity to shape the international tax agenda in an era of evolving fiscal paradigms.
The symposium promises once again to be a crucible of thought leadership and practical insights, propelling Africa towards a more resilient and equitable tax future.
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Useful Information
Sponsors are most welcome. If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact IBFD events to receive more information.
Introduction
Le Symposium fiscal africain est le principal forum de discussion sur les questions de fiscalité internationale pertinentes pour l'Afrique. Unique en son genre, le Symposium fiscal africain adopte une approche multidimensionnelle, rassemblant des perspectives issues de la politique, de la pratique, de l'administration, de l'industrie et du monde universitaire.
Le Symposium fiscal africain, qui en est à sa neuvième édition, s'est forgé une réputation de débats de grande qualité grâce à un large éventail d'orateurs acclamés. Les participants au Symposium fiscal africain viennent de toute l'Afrique, représentant un réseau mondial de professionnels de la fiscalité et de leaders d'opinion.
La neuvième édition du Symposium fiscal africain se tiendra à Nairobi, au Kenya, du 29 au 31 mai 2024.
Pre-Symposium Masterclass
Enhance your tax expertise by participating in our exclusive Masterclass on 27-28 May, titled "Selected Issues on International Taxation and Transfer Pricing." Immerse yourself in focused sessions that will offer you a platform to learn, share, and debate the most pressing issues in international taxation and transfer pricing from an African taxation perspective. This unique opportunity will be delivered by world-leading experts.
Rates
Kindly note, if you work for one of the following groups you may be entitled to receive a discount: Officials from African government departments, Officials from African tax authorities and IBFD authors and correspondents. Please contact IBFD events to receive your promotional code which you will need before purchasing.
Event Programme
| Humphrey Wattanga Commissioner General, Kenya Revenue Authority | Jan Maarten Slagter Chief Executive Officer, IBFD | Belema Obuoforibo CTA ATT (Fellow) Director, IBFD Knowledge Centre, Chair, Centre for Studies in African Taxation (CSAT), & Member, IBFD Executive Board |
| Aisha Aize Isa Manager, Centre for Studies in African Taxation (CSAT), & Managing Principal, Africa Middle East Knowledge Group, IBFD | Walter Andreoni Partner, Mercanti e Associati, Italy | Prof. Jonathan Aremu Professor of International Economic Relations, Covenant University, Nigeria |
| Mary Baine Deputy Executive Secretary, African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) | Laila Benchekroun Head of International Taxation and Cooperation Division, Moroccan General Tax Administration, & Member, CSAT External Advisory Committee | Tiziana Cantoni Regional Account Manager, IBFD Sales Department |
| Abdul Muheet Chowdhary Senior Programme Officer, South Centre Tax Initiative, South Centre, Geneva | Emmanuel Eze Senior Advisor International Taxation, African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF), South Africa | Dr. Obiageli Ezekwesili Senior Economic Adviser, Africa Economic Development Policy Initiative (AEDPI), Founder and President, Human Capital Africa (HCA), Founder and Board Chair, School of Politics Policy and Governance (SPPG), Board Chair, Women Political Leaders (WPL), & Member, Board of Trustees, IBFD |
| Mathew Gbonjubola Group Lead, Special Tax Operations Group, Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Co-Chair, United Nations Committee of Experts on International Cooperation in Tax Matters | Prof. Dr. Johann Hattingh Faculty of Law, University of Cape Town, & Chief Editor, Bulletin for International Taxation, IBFD | Monique van Herksen Partner, Tax and Transfer Pricing, Simmons & Simmons, Amsterdam |
| Michael Hewson Director, Graphene Economics, South Africa, and Member, Transfer Pricing Economists for Development | Dr. Anna Jerzewska Founder and Director, Trade & Borders, United Kingdom | Christine Kahema Muthui Founder and Director, Alpha Tax and Business Advisory Services, Kenya Member, CSAT External Advisory Committee |
| Kehinde Kajesomo Deputy Director, Treaties & International Tax Policy Division, Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) | Wageni Kimani Manager, Brand & External Communication, Kenya Revenue Authority | Martin Kisuu Founder, Taxwise Africa Consulting, Kenya |
| Dr. Esther A. P. Koisin Executive Director, Commonwealth Association of Tax Administrators (CATA) | Prof. Dr. Victor van Kommer Director, IBFD Tax Services Department, & Member, IBFD Executive Board | Prof. Des Kruger Consultant, Webber Wentzel Attorneys, South Africa |
| George Kwatia President, West African Union of Tax Institutes (WAUTI) | Dapo Ladimeji President, International Fiscal Association (IFA) Africa | Catherine Lemesle Secretary General, Cercle Réflexion Échange Dirigeants Administrations Fiscales (CREDAF) |
| Redempta Maira Senior Tax Manager, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Tanzania | Kalale Mambwe Project Manager, Tax Inspectors Without Borders (TIWB), OECD | Sabrine Marsit Managing Senior, Africa Middle East Knowledge Group, IBFD |
| Kudzai Mataba Tax and Investment Policy Expert, IGF Mining | Titus Mukora Partner, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), Kenya | Jacinta Muriithi Group Tax Manager, Kenya Airways |
| Emily Muyaa Chief, Capacity Development Unit, UNDESA-FSDO, United Nations | Dr. Mugambi Mwirigi Commissioner, Kenya School of Revenue Administration, Kenya Revenue Authority | Hon. Aboubacar Nacanabo Minister of Economy, Finance and Development, Ministry of Finance, Burkina Faso |
| Yvette Nakibuule Wakabi Senior Associate, Africa Middle East Knowledge Group, IBFD | Daniel Ngumy Partner, Head of Tax, Anjarwalla & Khanna Advocates, Kenya | Luis Nouel Manager, Africa Middle East Knowledge Group, IBFD |
| Emeka Nwankwo Acting Senior Manager, Member Services, African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) | Dieudonné Nzafashwanayo Tax and Corporate Partner, ENS Africa | George Obell Chief Manager of Transfer Pricing Audits, Kenya Revenue Authority |
| Nikki Oberholzer Head of Tax, Coca-Cola Beverages Africa, South Africa | Sebastine Odimma Head of Tax Controversy, A.P. Moller-Maersk | Prof. Annet Oguttu Professor of Taxation, Director of the African Institute, University of Pretoria |
| Andrew Harun Ogutu Africa Tax Lead, International Finance Corporation (IFC), World Bank Group | Babatunde Oladapo Executive Secretary, West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF) | Duncan Onduru Independent Tax Consultant, UNDP/OECD Roster Expert, Tax Inspectors Without Borders (TIWB) |
| Lena Onyango Partner, Tax and Exchange Control, Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH), Kenya | Hon. Irene Ovonji-Odida Commissioner, Independent Commission for the Reform of International Corporate Taxation (ICRICT) | Dr. Zach Pouga Partner, International Tax and Transaction Services, Ernst & Young, USA |
| Dr. Achim Pross Deputy Director, Centre for Tax Policy and Administration (CTPA), OECD | Carlos Gutiérrez Puente Senior Principal Associate, Capacity Building Department, IBFD | Maari Sarr Tax Manager, Gambia Revenue Authority |
| CS. Rispah Simiyu FCCA EBS Commissioner for Domestic Taxes, Kenya Revenue Authority | Fabiola Ssebuyoya Partner, Bowmans Tanzania | Salifou Tiemtore Director, Customs Union and Taxation, Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |
| Caine Wanjau Co-founder, Namari Technology |
14:00–17:00 Arrival & Registration
18:00–21:00 Welcome Reception
08:00–09:00 Registration of Participants
09:00–09:50 Opening Ceremony
- Welcome Addresses
- Goodwill Messages
- Welcome by CSAT Committee Member
- Keynote Speech: Tax Administration in the Age of Globalisation
09:50–10:30 Photo Session & Tea Break
10:30–12:00 Session 1
An Overview of the Current International Tax Landscape – Recent Developments and Emerging Issues
12:00–13:30 Lunch Break
13:30–15:00 Session 2
Implementing the Global Minimum Tax: Challenges and Prospects for Africa
15:00–15:30 Tea Break
15:30–17:00 Session 3
Tax Treaty Developments in Africa: Navigating Current Complexities
17:00–17:05 Day 1 Closing Remarks
17:05–17:25 Spotlight: The IBFD Tax Research Platform
09:00–09:05 Opening Remarks
09:05–10:35 Session 4
Transfer Pricing in Africa: Recent Developments – Cases, Legislation, and Policy Issues
10:35–10:40 Spotlight: The West African Union of Tax Institutes (WAUTI)
10:40–11:05 Tea Break
11:05–12:35 Session 5
VAT on Cross-Border Digital Trade: Overcoming Practical Hurdles in Africa
12:35–14:00 Lunch Break
14:00–15:30 Session 6
Trade and Investment in Africa: Opportunities, Obstacles, and Practical Perspectives
15:30–16:00 Tea Break
16:00–17:30 Session 7
Host Country Focus: Effective Dispute Prevention and Resolution in Kenya
17:30–17:35 Day 2 Closing Remarks
19:30 Symposium Gala Dinner
Dress Code: Evening Dress / Traditional African Dress
09:00–09:05 Opening Remarks
09:05–09:20 Special Address: Tax Administration in Africa – Past, Present, and Future
09:20–10:50 Session 8
Building a Sustainable System for Domestic Resource Mobilisation
10:50–10:55 Spotlight: The International Fiscal Association (IFA)
10:55–11:20 Tea Break
11:20–11:35 Presentation: The Global Tax Landscape
11:35–13:05 Session 9
Global Tax Governance: A Stronger Voice for Africa?
13:05–13:30 Closing Ceremony
- Vote of Thanks
- Closing Remarks by the Chair, IBFD Centre for Studies in African Taxation
13:30 Post-Symposium Activities
- Lunch
- Collection of Attendance Certificates
- Tours (privately arranged)
14:00–17:00 Arrivée et inscription
18:00–21:00 Réception de bienvenue
08:00–09:00 Inscription des participants
09:00–09:50 Cérémonie d'ouverture
- Discours de bienvenue
- Messages de bonne volonté
- Accueil par un membre du comité CSAT
- Discours d'ouverture: L'administration fiscale à l'ère de la mondialisation
09:50–10:30 Séance photo et pause thé
10:30–12:00 Session 1
Un Aperçu du Paysage Fiscal International Actuel – Évolutions Récentes et Enjeux Émergents
12:00–13:30 Pause déjeuner
13:30–15:00 Session 2
Mise en œuvre de l'impôt minimum mondial : Défis et Perspectives pour l'Afrique
15:00–15:30 Pause thé
15:30–17:00 Session 3
Évolution des conventions fiscales en Afrique : Naviguer les complexités actuelles
17:00–17:05 Remarques de clôture du premier jour
17:05 - 17:25 Pleins feux sur la plateforme de recherche fiscale de l’IBFD
09:00–09:05 Allocution d'ouverture
09:05–10:35 Session 4
Prix de transfert en Afrique: Développements récents - Cas, Législation et questions politiques
10:35–10:40 Focus: Pleins feux sur l'Union des instituts fiscaux de l'Afrique de l'Ouest (UIFAO)
10:40–11:05 Pause thé
11:05–12:35 Session 5
La TVA sur le commerce numérique transfrontalier: Surmonter les obstacles pratiques en Afrique
12:35–14:00 Pause déjeuner
14:00–15:30 Session 6
Commerce et investissement en Afrique : Opportunités, Obstacles et Perspectives pratiques
15:30–16:00 Pause thé
16:00–17 :30 Session 7
Focus sur le pays d'accueil: Prévention et Règlement efficaces des différends fiscaux au Kenya
17:30–17 :35 Jour 2 Mot de la fin
19:30 Dîner de gala du symposium
Code vestimentaire : Tenue de soirée / Tenue africaine traditionnelle
09:00–09:05 Allocution d'ouverture
09:05–09:20 Discours spécial: L'administration fiscale en Afrique - Passé, présent et futur
09:20–10:50 Session 8
Mise en place d'un système durable pour la mobilisation des ressources intérieures
10:50–10:55 Focus: L'Association Internationale de la Fiscalité (IFA)
10:55–11:20 Pause thé
11:20–11:35 Présentation: Le paysage fiscal mondial
11:35–13:05 Session 9
Gouvernance fiscale mondiale : Une voix plus forte pour l'Afrique ?
13:05–13:30 Cérémonie de clôture
13:30 Activités post-symposium
- Déjeuner
- Collecte des attestations de présence
- Visites guidées (organisées à titre privé)
Venue
This year's symposium will be held at the Safari Park Hotel. A unique quiet oasis among the hustle and bustle of Nairobi, it offers the perfect setting to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature whilst being a short drive from the city.
Set within pristine landscaped private gardens, the hotel is located only 12 km from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), and 12 km from Nairobi city centre. As well as outstanding facilities, the hotel also offers plenty of services to unwind at the end of a busy day.
Delegates are kindly requested to make their own hotel and travel arrangements. If you do wish to stay at the Safari Park Hotel, please mention that you are attending the Africa Tax Symposium when contacting them reservations@safariparkhotel.co.ke
Important information. Nairobi is hosting a large conference during the same week as the Africa Tax Symposium. We strongly advise you to book your travel and accommodation without delay!