Kalema Legal & Associates combines in-depth knowledge of Congolese tax law with a practical understanding of its clients’ commercial activities to provide effective and tax-efficient legal solutions.
Our corporate, banking and finance and commercial lawyers work closely with our tax lawyers to ensure that all tax aspects of transactions are thoroughly identified, assessed and addressed.
We advise on all tax and regulatory aspects relating to international trade (imports, exports and local manufacturing of goods), particularly customs and excise tax and exchange control.
We represent taxpayers in negotiations with tax authorities. Where necessary, we lobby tax authorities and make representations on a wide range of issues relating to new legislation.
Our service extends to alternative dispute resolution proceedings where we regularly lodge objections, appeals and review applications against tax assessments.
We have specialist knowledge of a variety of sectors including construction and infrastructure, energy, financial services, logistics, mining, real estate and telecommunications.