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Social Media Tax Cuts Ugandan Internet Users by Five Million, Penetration Down From 47% to 35%

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submitted about 7 years ago by taya

Social Media Tax Cuts Ugandan Internet Users by Five Million, Penetration Down From 47% to 35%

submitted about 7 years ago by taya

Social Media Tax Cuts Ugandan Internet Users by Five Million, Penetration Down From 47% to 35%
  • The Uganda government's social media tax has led to a significant drop in internet users by five million in three months, with revenue from the tax falling short of expectations.
  • Many users have turned to virtual private networks (VPNs) to avoid paying the tax, leading to concerns about the impact on internet access and affordability in the country.
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