"Tax breaks are not the magic wand for attracting foreign investment," asserts Professor Attiya Waris, challenging the conventional wisdom that has shaped economic policies across the Global South for decades. In a candid conversation that peeled back layers of misconception surrounding international tax policy, Professor Waris offered a fresh perspective on the true dynamics of global investment decisions.

Rethinking Tax Incentives: A Critical Perspective on Global Investment Strategies

Professor Attiya Waris shared insights on the complex dynamics of international tax policy, challenging long-held assumptions about attracting foreign investment.

Professor Attiya Waris of the University of Nairobi engaged with Professor Odhiambo of the East African Tax and Governance Network on the critical issue of taxation at the lower end of society. The conversation shed light on the challenges and potential solutions for engaging individuals living in poverty in the tax system.

In a conversation with Prof. Odhiambo of the East African Tax and Governance Network, Professor Attiya Waris, a renowned expert in international taxation and human rights, shared profound insights on her groundbreaking book "Financing Africa" and her current role as an independent expert for the United Nations.