The forestry ministry of the Central African Republic has reminded businesses to pay their taxes on wood harvesting. The situation is sensitive as some companies have adopted methods used by Russian mercenaries, known as Wagner Group.
According to sources within the government, these companies are avoiding tax payments on wood extracted from national forests. They claim that they do not need to follow the rules of their own country and only report taxes to the Russian authorities.
The ministry has stated that it will take legal action against companies that fail to comply with tax laws. This is a serious matter for the government, as the lack of revenue from tax payments affects the ability to invest in infrastructure and public services.
