Sat, 22 Jul 2017 10:19:38 +0000 By MAILESI BANDA GOVERNMENT should have a consistent tax regime so as to encourage the private sector plan and invest into the economy, Zambia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ZACCI) president Michael Nyirenda has said. Mr. Nyirenda said the country’s economic development depends on a consistent tax regime, adding that it was difficult for investors to invest in a country when the tax regime was inconsistent. Speaking when he made a presentation on ZACCI’s expectations of the 2018 national budget, Mr Nyirenda said Government should be consistent in the implementation of policies especially those that bordered on business development. He said the concern of ZACCI was to encourage business growth and economic development. “When there is consistency in the tax regime, then it is a good environment for the business community to plan and we can all contribute to the growth of the economy. We therefore urge the government […]
