ZANZIBAR, Aug. 26 -- TAXPAYERS in Zanzibar have warmly welcomed the governments decision to grant a 100 per cent waiver on tax penalties and interest arrears, hailing it as a significant relief that will support businesses in recovering and improving compliance.

The feedback came during a training session on the newly amended tax laws for the 2025/2026 fiscal year, held at the Zanzibar Revenue Authority (ZRA) headquarters in Mazizini.

Wholesale trader Abdul-Hamid Mshangama said the waiver provides businesses with a valuable opportunity to reorganise and settle their tax obligations on time.

“This shows the government values its taxpayers. We must seize this opportunity and pay taxes correctly to help the country progress,” ...