Uganda, April 27 -- Makerere University researchers have revealed that the absence of a taxation framework for informal businesses is the root cause of non-compliance among traders in Uganda.

The findings were from a joint research conducted by eight Makerere University scholars as they assessed the drivers of the shadow economy and its tax implications.

Dr Ismail Kintu, the Principal Investigator (PI) of this research, shared the results during the Thursday dissemination workshop held at Nansana Municipality Council in Wakiso District.

Other researchers include; Prof Eria Hisali (Co. PI), Dr Fred Bateganya, Dr Willy Kagarura, Mr Patrick Lumala, Mr Nicholas Musoke, Ms Marion Atukunda, and Ms Winfred Nalwoga.

The conclusion was derived...