Revenue Services Lesotho (RSL) hosted a four-day Value Added Tax (VAT) implementation study tour for the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) from 23rd to 26th February, 2026 in Maseru, Lesotho. The initiative was part of Liberia’s ongoing preparations to operationalize its VAT framework following the enactment of enabling legislation in 2024. The programme focused on sharing Lesotho’s practical experience in implementing and administering a modern consumption tax system, offering

Through its ongoing series of online tax tips, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) seeks to provide Canadians with the up-to-date information they need to benefit fully from Canada’s tax system and protect themselves from potential threats. What you need to know about protecting yourself from AI-generated tax scams - Canada.caAs generative artificial intelligence (AI) becomes an increasingly pervasive part of everyday life, the CRA is working to ensure that Canadians are protec

Capacity Building Programme: In collaboration with HMRC, the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has conducted a five-day intensive workshop on Transfer Pricing. This programme focuses on equipping IRD personnel with advanced audit methodologies and procedures regarding Advance Pricing Agreements. Executive Leadership Workshop: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently facilitated a leadership workshop in Colombo for Inland Revenue Department Commissioners and senior managem

The March 2026 Commissioners Connect convened tax leaders from across the Commonwealth for a dynamic and forward‑looking discussion on building Future Ready Tax Administrations . Moderated throughout by Dr Abu Tariq Jamaluddin , CEO of the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (current President of CATA), the 90‑minute peer-led session created a trusted space for Commissioners to exchange practical experiences, leadership insights, and strategic perspectives. Participation was st

Rwanda has become the latest African country to implement the Automatic Exchange of Financial Account Information (AEOI) with other countries and partner jurisdictions, a move expected to enhance tax transparency and curb evasion and avoidance. Under the AEOI, countries exchange information on financial accounts held by individuals or entities who are not tax residents, sharing it with their countries of residence in accordance with the Common Reporting Standard (CRS). This e