This archive report was first published on 28 August 2019.
On August 28, 2019, a mediation effort aimed at resolving the contentious 2019 Revenue Bill collapsed, leaving the bill's fate uncertain.
The bill, which had been a subject of intense debate, was expected to be a key component of the government's revenue-raising efforts. However, the mediation process, which involved various stakeholders, ultimately failed to yield a consensus.
The collapse of the mediation effort has raised concerns about the bill's prospects, with some stakeholders expressing disappointment and frustration at the lack of progress.
