Businesses wait as tax rulings lag in Addis Abeba

Addis Abeba's Tax Appeal Commission faces growing pressure from a backlog of unresolved tax appeal decisions, leaving businesses in limbo. The report, penned by Surafel Mulugeta, sheds light on the challenges arising from these delays. This situation underscores ongoing administrative hurdles in Ethiopia's tax system.

Addis Abeba's Tax Appeal Commission is under increasing pressure due to a backlog of unresolved tax appeal decisions. In a report by Surafel Mulugeta, Fortune staff writer, dated January 24, 2026, the issue is highlighted as businesses await outcomes. The commission, tasked with reviewing tax disputes, struggles to keep up with the volume of appeals.

This delay places companies in prolonged uncertainty regarding their tax matters. The unresolved cases signal broader administrative challenges within Ethiopia's tax framework. Without further specifics on the backlog's extent or causes, the report points to systemic pressures on the appeals process.

Published in Addis Fortune, this account illustrates the strains on Ethiopia's business environment from tax administration bottlenecks.

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