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2026 Tax Refunds Up 11% With New Deductions on Tips
SolutionsApr 1

2026 Tax Refunds Up 11% With New Deductions on Tips

Millions of Americans filing their 2026 taxes can claim new deductions that could save thousands, including breaks on tips, overtime, and car loan interest. The average tax refund is up nearly 11% this year, putting more money back in people's pockets.

Fast Company2 min read
Senator Proposes Zero Federal Tax on First $75K Earned
SolutionsMar 9

Senator Proposes Zero Federal Tax on First $75K Earned

A new bill could eliminate federal income tax on the first $75,000 earned by most American households, putting thousands back in workers' pockets each year. The Keep Your Pay Act would cut the typical family's federal income tax by 85% while expanding credits for children and working families.

Fox News Politics2 min read
Nigeria Bans Cash Tax Collection and Tax Roadblocks
SolutionsMar 3

Nigeria Bans Cash Tax Collection and Tax Roadblocks

Nigeria just ended roadside tax checkpoints and cash payments as part of sweeping reforms to make taxation fairer and more transparent. Small businesses earning under $7,000 annually are now completely exempt from taxes.

Punch Nigeria3 min read
Nigerian Workers Get Bigger Paychecks Under New Tax Law
SolutionsJan 26

Nigerian Workers Get Bigger Paychecks Under New Tax Law

Workers across Nigeria are celebrating bigger paychecks this month after new tax reforms reduced payroll deductions. Nearly 98% of employees will pay less or no income tax under the changes.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
Nigerian Workers See Bigger Paychecks from Tax Cuts
SolutionsJan 28

Nigerian Workers See Bigger Paychecks from Tax Cuts

Workers across Nigeria are taking home more money this month thanks to new tax reforms that reduce income deductions. The changes mark the first wave of relief from government efforts to ease financial pressure on everyday earners.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
Nigeria Gives Taxpayers 30 Days to Challenge Tax Bills
SolutionsJan 19

Nigeria Gives Taxpayers 30 Days to Challenge Tax Bills

Nigeria's new tax law gives freelancers and workers a crucial 30-day window to contest unfair tax assessments before they become final. The reform aims to bring millions into the formal tax system while protecting their right to accurate billing.

TechCabal2 min read
Kansas Volunteers Help 281 Seniors File Free Tax Returns
Acts of KindnessApr 30

Kansas Volunteers Help 281 Seniors File Free Tax Returns

Eight volunteers in Great Bend, Kansas just helped 281 older adults navigate tax season for free, securing vital refunds and building financial security. The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program has been delivering this lifeline to communities nationwide since 1968.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Nigerian App KeepAm Simplifies Taxes for Gig Workers
SolutionsFeb 3

Nigerian App KeepAm Simplifies Taxes for Gig Workers

A new Nigerian app is helping freelancers and gig workers navigate confusing tax rules while keeping more of their hard-earned money. KeepAm turns the stress of tax season into simple, everyday record-keeping.

TechCabal3 min read
Topeka Volunteers File Free Tax Returns for Thousands
Acts of KindnessApr 9

Topeka Volunteers File Free Tax Returns for Thousands

Trained volunteers across Topeka are helping people who can't afford tax preparation services file their returns completely free. With tax season ending next week, the VITA program continues serving families who need support navigating tax season.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Tanzania Taxes Cigarettes, Sugar to Fund Healthcare for All
SolutionsJun 12

Tanzania Taxes Cigarettes, Sugar to Fund Healthcare for All

Tanzania is raising taxes on cigarettes and sugar to help pay for universal health insurance, turning harmful habits into healthy futures. The new levies are expected to generate billions for healthcare access across the country.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
Spain Removes Gibraltar From Tax Haven List After 35 Years
Solutions6d ago

Spain Removes Gibraltar From Tax Haven List After 35 Years

After three decades on Spain's tax haven blacklist, Gibraltar has been officially cleared thanks to proven tax cooperation and transparency reforms. The move recognizes real progress in international tax standards and marks a turning point in relations between the two territories.

Euronews2 min read
Free Tax Help Available in Bend Through April 15
Acts of KindnessFeb 13

Free Tax Help Available in Bend Through April 15

Trained volunteers at OSU-Cascades are offering free tax filing assistance to Central Oregon families earning under $67,000. The service runs through Tax Day with on-site appointments in Bend.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Johnson County Offers Free Tax Help Through April
SolutionsJan 21

Johnson County Offers Free Tax Help Through April

Volunteers in Johnson County are helping families keep more of their hard-earned money this tax season. IRS-certified helpers will prepare taxes for free for households earning under $69,000.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Nigerian Workers See Tax Cuts in January Paychecks
SolutionsFeb 12

Nigerian Workers See Tax Cuts in January Paychecks

After months of fear and misinformation, Nigerian salary earners discovered something surprising in their January pay slips: lower taxes and higher take-home pay. The country's new tax reforms are putting more money in workers' pockets, not less.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
UN Tax Treaty Could Make Fossil Fuel Firms Pay for Damage
SolutionsFeb 1

UN Tax Treaty Could Make Fossil Fuel Firms Pay for Damage

Countries worldwide are pushing for a groundbreaking UN tax treaty that would make fossil fuel companies pay for climate damage and ensure the ultra-rich contribute their fair share. The framework could generate trillions for climate recovery and prevention.

Guardian Environment3 min read
New Orleans Offers Free Tax Help Every Saturday Through April
SolutionsFeb 7

New Orleans Offers Free Tax Help Every Saturday Through April

Trained volunteers are helping working families in New Orleans file taxes for free and claim thousands in tax credits they might otherwise miss. The University of Holy Cross is hosting walk-in tax prep every Saturday through April 12, with no appointment needed.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Nigeria's New Tax Law Puts More Money in Workers' Pockets
SolutionsFeb 5

Nigeria's New Tax Law Puts More Money in Workers' Pockets

Millions of Nigerian workers are taking home bigger paychecks this month thanks to new tax reforms that cut rates for nearly everyone earning under $12,000 a year. The changes, which took effect in January, exempt minimum wage earners entirely and reduce taxes for 98% of the workforce.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
South Africa Scraps $1B Tax Hike After Revenue Soars
SolutionsFeb 25

South Africa Scraps $1B Tax Hike After Revenue Soars

South Africa just cancelled a massive $1 billion tax increase planned for 2026, thanks to stronger collections from everyday spending and booming gold prices. Taxpayers can breathe easier knowing the government found a better path forward.

Daily Maverick3 min read
Eglin AFB Volunteers Prepare 3-Month Free Tax Season
Acts of KindnessJan 21

Eglin AFB Volunteers Prepare 3-Month Free Tax Season

Eglin Air Force Base just reopened its free tax center for military families, and they're calling on volunteers to help file returns through April. No tax experience needed—just four hours a week can make a huge difference for families trying to maximize their refunds.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Arkansas Volunteers Help Families Save Thousands on Taxes
Acts of KindnessFeb 12

Arkansas Volunteers Help Families Save Thousands on Taxes

For nearly 20 years, trained volunteers across Arkansas have been offering free tax preparation that helps families keep more money and claim credits they've earned. This February, multiple Super Tax Day events are making it easier than ever to get professional help without the cost.

Google: volunteers help3 min read

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