Africa VAT & Tax

VAT and corporate tax across South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana.

Ghana

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How to Register for VAT in Ghana (2026): A Step-by-Step GuideGhana's VAT registration threshold is GHS 750,000 annual turnover (raised from GHS 200,000 by the VAT Act, 2025, effective 1 January 2026). The effective VAT burden is 20% — comprising 15% VAT, 2.5% NHIL, and 2.5% GETFund. This step-by-step guide covers who must register, required documents, the GRA application process, and ongoing compliance obligations.

Nigeria

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How to Register for VAT in Nigeria (2026): A Step-by-Step GuideEvery business making taxable supplies in Nigeria must register for VAT with the FIRS — there is no minimum turnover exemption. This guide walks you through the TaxPro Max online registration process, required documents, the 7.5% VAT rate, and your monthly filing obligations under the Nigeria Tax Act 2025.

Kenya

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Kenya VAT Registration 2026: KES 5 Million Threshold, eTIMS & What Every Business Owner Must KnowKenya requires VAT registration once taxable turnover exceeds KES 5 million in any 12 months, at a standard rate of 16%. Since 2024, all businesses — VAT-registered or not — must issue eTIMS electronic tax invoices through the KRA system for expenses to qualify as tax-deductible. This guide covers registration, eTIMS compliance, VAT3 filing, and how KARR automates the entire process.

South Africa

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South Africa VAT Registration 2026: The R1 Million Threshold, SARS VAT201 Filing & Everything You Need to KnowSouth Africa requires VAT registration once taxable supplies exceed R1 million in any 12-month period, with a 15% standard rate and VAT201 returns filed every two months with SARS. This guide covers the registration process, voluntary registration from R50,000, filing obligations, penalties, and how KARR automates VAT201 preparation and threshold monitoring for South African businesses.