South Sudan vs Yemen
Tax Rate Comparison
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πΈπΈ South Sudan β South Sudan Tax System
South Sudan became independent in 2011 and has a nascent tax system. Progressive income tax goes up to 20%. Oil revenue (from Unity and Upper Nile states) constitutes over 95% of government revenue, with non-oil tax collection very limited. Civil war (2013β2018 and ongoing localized conflict) devastated institutions. NRA (National Revenue Authority) is rebuilding capacity with international support.
πΎπͺ Yemen β Yemen Tax System
Yemen's tax system has fragmented amid civil war (since 2015) between the Houthi movement (controlling Sanaa and the north) and the internationally recognised government (IRG, based in Aden). Each side collects taxes in their territory. Income tax nominally up to 15%. The conflict has caused one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. Oil and gas revenues (historically 70% of state income) have mostly stopped due to pipeline attacks and production collapse.
South Sudan vs Yemen: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: πΈπΈ South Sudan has a higher top income tax rate (0β20% vs 0β15%). πΎπͺ Yemen is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: South Sudan has a higher consumption tax (18% vs 5%).
π’ Corporate Tax: Corporate rates are similar in both countries (20% vs 20%).
π Capital Gains: πΎπͺ Yemen taxes investment gains at a lower rate (15% vs 20%), benefiting investors.