Dar es Salaam, April 11 -- DAR ES SALAAM: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has pointed finger on business persons who evade paying taxes, saying the act is tantamount to tax abuse.

Speaking during the Eid Baraza fete in Dar es Salaam on Wednesday, President Samia said there were some dishonest individuals within the business sector who evade tax payments, emphasising the gravity of their actions.

“By avoiding taxes, these people break the law and deprive the government of the funds necessary to finance various development projects and crucial services,” said President Samia.

President Samia said it was concerning that some traders were undermining trust bestowed on them on tax compliance.

“I rejected oppressive taxes to...