Legally Informed Africa

While the world was watching for the next big startup hub in Africa, Nigeria was quietly rewriting the rules —and now, it has officially emerged as Africa’s #1 tax haven for startups and small businesses . Thanks to the groundbreaking Nigerian Tax Act 2025 , Nigeria is no longer just Africa’s most populous nation—it’s now the smartest place to start and scale a business . If you’re a founder, entrepreneur, investor, or SME operator anywhere in Africa (or beyond), what’s happening in Nigeria right now should be on your radar. The Game-Changing Nigerian Tax Act 2025 Signed into law in JUNE 2025, the Nigerian Tax Act 2025 is a full-spectrum reform targeting the nation’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Its goal? To eliminate tax burdens that stifle growth and attract both local and international innovators. Key Provisions: 0% corporate income tax for startups in their first 3 years 10% flat income tax for SMEs with revenue below ₦100 million 5-year tax holidays for startups in tech, healthc...

In a stunning development that’s shaking up Africa’s business landscape,   startups and SMEs across the continent are relocating to Nigeria in droves   — and it’s all thanks to a   shocking set of tax incentives   introduced under the   Nigerian Tax Act 2025 . Once plagued by complex regulations and inconsistent enforcement, Nigeria has now   reinvented itself as the most tax-friendly country for small businesses in Africa   — and the numbers don’t lie. What’s Causing This Massive Business Migration? The Nigerian government didn’t just tweak its tax system — they dropped a  startup bombshell  with the passage of the  Nigerian Tax Act 2025 . This landmark legislation has positioned Nigeria as  Africa’s new tax haven for entrepreneurs, tech founders, and SMEs , offering the most founder-friendly financial incentives on the continent. Here’s What’s So Shocking (and Game-Changing) Under the Nigerian Tax Act 2025: ✅  0% corporate ta...