Economy - 19 August 2026
Museveni Proposal To Scrap PAYE For Scientists And Medics Sparks Equity Debate
Kampala, August 19, 2026 - President Yoweri Museveni's proposal to scrap PAYE for scientists, doctors and engineers sparked debate over fairness in Uganda's tax system and the government's use of incentives to retain skilled professionals.
The proposal has drawn mixed reactions, with concerns focused on whether targeted tax relief for selected professional groups would create inequities among workers and sectors.
The debate comes as Uganda weighs fiscal discipline against the need to strengthen critical technical and medical capacity.
For investors, the proposal highlights policy attention on human capital in science, health and engineering, while also underscoring potential uncertainty around tax treatment for different categories of workers.
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