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Adrienne Lees ans Sripriya Srivatsa, the two early-career researchers who submitted their PhD theses
March 2026
ICTD early-career researchers submit PhDs, advancing tax research in low-income countries

The International Centre for Tax and Development (ICTD) is proud to announce that two of its…
News
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January 2026
Call for consultant for South Africa case study on tax and data governance

ICTD is seeking a consultant to produce a South Africa case study as part of a research project on tax administration and data governance….
News
November 2025
ICTD at the Global Digital Public Infrastructure Summit

The summit reinforced that the journey toward safe, inclusive digital public infrastructure is still unfolding. Through our DPI and Tax Programme, we aim to contribute to this work by generating practical, evidence-based insights for governments and partners navigating this rapidly evolving field….
Digital Public Infrastructure concept showing connected highways and data networks, symbolising how digital systems can shape taxation in Africa.
October 2025|
Blog

How Digital Public Infrastructure can define taxation in Africa

by Lucia Rossel

As Africa deepens its digital transformation, Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) is redefining how governments identify, register, and engage taxpayers. From digital IDs to data sharing, DPI offers new ways to build fairer, more efficient, and inclusive tax systems that strengthen trust between citizens and the state….
News
September 2025
ICTD joins 10th African Tax Research Network Congress in Cape Town

A long-standing ATAF friend and partner, ICTD co-sponsored this year’s Annual Congress and actively contributed to the event through panel discussions, research presentations, a master class, and a booth that welcomed participants throughout the three days.  …
Working Paper

Most Favoured Nation Clauses in Double Taxation Agreements: Identifying Problems and Recommending Policy Solutions for the Global South

May 2025
Manoj Kumar Sharma, Shiva Gaur & Namrata Rawat
Research in Brief

Most Favoured Nation Clauses in Double Taxation Agreements: Identifying Problems and Recommending Policy Solutions for the Global South

May 2025
Manoj Kumar Sharma, Shiva Gaur & Namrata Rawat
Journal Article

Trading away tax sovereignty? How trade rules shape taxation of the digital economy in Africa

March 2025
Karishma Banga, Alexander Beyleveld & Martin Luther Munu
Event
A 3D graphic of the Earth focusing on Africa where continents are connected by various lines, symbolising digital connectedness.
19 November 2024 - 20 November 2024
ICTD at the International Conference on Public Finance in the Digital Era

ICTD Research Fellow Fabrizio Santoro will speak about these concerns in the context of taxation, drawing from the Centre’s DIGITAX Research Programme, at the International Conference on Public Finance in the Digital Era, hosted by ODI Global and The Collaborative Africa Budget Reform Initiative (CABRI)….
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October 2024|
Blog

How digital public infrastructure could transform tax administration in Africa

by Fabrizio Santoro & Lucia Rossel

Evidence suggests that digital public infrastructure (DPI) can greatly simplify tax administration and boost tax compliance….
Research in Brief

Are Trade Rules Undermining Taxation of the Digital Economy in Africa?

March 2024
Karishma Banga & Alexander Beyleveld
Working Paper

Are Trade Rules Undermining Taxation of the Digital Economy in Africa?

February 2024
Karishma Banga & Alexander Beyleveld
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