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A Qualitative Diagnosis of Factors Influencing Presumptive Tax Collection in Zimbabwe

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  • Munjeyi Edmore
  • Fourie Houdini

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This study aimed to examine the factors influencing presumptive tax collection in Zimbabwe. An interpretivist paradigm was adopted in this study using a qualitative research approach. Primary data were collected through virtual (online) in-depth interviews with 20 participants drawn from the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority, Civic Societies, Parliament of Zimbabwe, Informal Sector Associations and academics. Qualitative data were analysed using thematic analysis. The results of a qualitative analysis of the factors influencing presumptive tax collection in Zimbabwe show that institutional, legal and regulatory frameworks as well as governance and political factors significantly contribute to presumptive tax collection in Zimbabwe. The findings of this study will help ZIMRA and policymakers formulate policy strategies to promote presumptive tax collection and voluntary tax compliance in Zimbabwe.

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  • Munjeyi Edmore & Fourie Houdini, 2024. "A Qualitative Diagnosis of Factors Influencing Presumptive Tax Collection in Zimbabwe," South Asian Journal of Business and Management Cases, , vol. 13(2), pages 166-186, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:sajbmc:v:13:y:2024:i:2:p:166-186
    DOI: 10.1177/22779779241262636
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