Africa: Tax-Free Entry Level Smartphones in Africa – a Policy Lever for Digital Inclusion or a Fiscal Tightrope?

Africa: Tax-Free Entry Level Smartphones in Africa – a Policy Lever for Digital Inclusion or a Fiscal Tightrope?

At the recent Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Kigali, a bold proposal took centre stage: African telecom operators and government leaders called for the removal of import duties and VAT on smartphones priced under $100. This clarion call came with the aim to accelerate internet access, digital skills, and participation in the digital economy for…

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Australia revoked Ye’s entry visa over his “Heil Hitler” song, immigration minister reveals

Australia revoked Ye’s entry visa over his “Heil Hitler” song, immigration minister reveals

Ye, the American rapper formerly known as Kanye West, has been barred from entering Australia because of his pro-Nazi song “Heil Hitler,” the country’s immigration minister told Australia’s ABC television network on Tuesday. The song, which was first released in May, has been banned in Germany and from online platforms including Spotify, YouTube and Apple…

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