Fatshimetrie, November 5, 2024 edition – In the heart of the North Kivu province in Goma, major issues are hampering the effective collection of the provincial housing tax. In an exclusive interview with our editorial staff, Jonathan Babuya Ndivito, site controller of the provincial housing service, raised worrying issues that are hampering the collection of this essential tax.
One of the main difficulties raised by Mr. Ndivito is the intervention and interference of certain influential figures, including senior army officers, in the process of collecting the provincial housing tax. These individuals, sometimes believing themselves to be exempt from this tax obligation, use their status to impose their will, thereby undermining tax collection operations.
The implications of this resistance by military officers go far beyond a simple conflict of interest. Indeed, this situation directly compromises the province’s tax base and results in significant losses in terms of revenue. In addition, the lack of effective control and the difficulty in collecting taxes due contribute to creating a climate of tax evasion that harms the local economy.
Another major challenge mentioned by Mr. Ndivito is the case of taxable persons who do not have formal real estate titles. This situation further complicates the work of the control agents on the ground, sometimes making it impossible to effectively manage files when the properties are fragmented and the owners do not have the required legal documents.
Faced with these major obstacles, Jonathan Babuya Ndivito calls for sustainable solutions to strengthen the mechanisms for collecting and controlling housing taxes. He emphasizes the importance of preserving the integrity of these tax operations and preventing any form of interference from influential people.
It is imperative that adequate measures be put in place to ensure effective collection of the provincial housing tax and to prevent possible attempts at tax evasion. Transparency and integrity in tax collection processes are essential to ensure a sound tax base and to foster sustainable economic development in North Kivu province.
In conclusion, the challenges encountered in the collection of the provincial housing tax in Goma highlight the need for urgent action to address these issues and to strengthen tax collection mechanisms. It is essential to implement effective solutions that ensure tax fairness and contribute to the economic prosperity of the region.