Dar es Salaam, July 30 -- “IN this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” This timeless quote by Benjamin Franklin (one of the most influential figures in American history) remains profoundly relevant in todays digital age. While technology continues to revolutionise trade, one certainty remains to be taxation.

This is particularly important for Tanzanias growing number of online traders who engage in the sale of physical goods through digital platforms.

The message is clear now and that is e-commerce in tangible goods is no longer operating in a regulatory grey zone. With the enactment of the Finance Act, 2022, which amended both the Income Tax Act [Cap 332 RE 2019] and the Value Added Tax Act [Ca...