Trade union official urges W. Bahr el Ghazal to cease taxing vendors

In Western Bahr el Ghazal State, the Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce, Wol Charles, is calling on the government to stop taxing food vendors in local markets. He emphasizes that these vendors play a vital role in supplying food to over 80% of the population in the area. Wol suggests that the government should support these entrepreneurs instead of burdening them with excessive taxes.

He advises the vendors to focus on saving their profits and expanding their businesses, rather than spending on luxuries. The trade union official stresses the importance of building homes and investing in other ventures like restaurants.

Despite facing high taxes, vendors like Mary Abang and Deng Mawien struggle to make a profit. They urge the Chamber of Commerce to intervene and convince the municipality to reduce or eliminate these taxes, as their livelihoods depend on the success of their businesses.