By SectorWire desk ·
Uganda’s NLGRB and URA met licensed operators during the week of 11 September 2026 to discuss implementing a 15% withholding tax. Operators must deduct tax on the difference between payouts and stakes. National Lottery winnings remain exempt.
Licensed operators must deduct 15% tax from payouts minus stakes, while National Lottery winnings remain exempt.
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