Category Archives: VAT

IF IT’S A VAT SYSTEM, WHAT IS THE VALUE ADDED BY CST, GETFL & NHIL?

My post VAT has generated over 11,900 views. The post hit a nerve – concerns about the amount of tax and the workings of the VAT system. Many of the commentators noted that the telecommunications companies calculate VAT on Communication Service Tax (CST), GET Fund Levy (GETFL) and the National Health Insurance Levy (NHIL). So, […]

Can You Deduct VAT on Entertainment Expenses?

No, you can’t deduct VAT on entertainment expenses. The general rule is, VAT registered businesses can offset the input tax on taxable supplies they buy. For types of VAT Supplies see https://georgekatakdev.wpengine.com/2019/04/08/value-added-tax-basics/ VAT on entertainment is an exception to the rule above – you cannot offset it against output taxes to work out the net […]