Tax Rankings 2026

Lowest Corporate Tax Countries in Africa 2024

This ranking lists 54 countries from lowest to highest by corp_tax ascending. Somalia leads at 0.0%, while Morocco has the highest rate at 35.0%. Data year: 2024.

📅 April 2026 🌎 54 countries ranked 📈 corp_tax ascending 🕑 Data: 2024
Key Insight Lowest rates: Somalia, Mauritius, Tunisia lead this ranking. The top-ranked country charges only 0.0% — making it among the most attractive globally for tax residency optimisation. Compare the full list below.

Top 3 — Lowest Corporate Tax Countries in Africa 2024

1st
Somalia
0.0%
Statutory rate
2nd
Mauritius
15.0%
Statutory rate
3rd
Tunisia
15.0%
Statutory rate
54countries ranked
27.2%average rate
1at 0% (tax-free)
27above 30%

Full Rankings Table

Filter: 54 countries
# Country Corporate Tax Rate
1
Somalia
Africa
0.0%
2
Mauritius
Africa
15.0%
3
Tunisia
Africa
15.0%
4
South Sudan
Africa
20.0%
5
Libya
Africa
20.0%
6
Madagascar
Africa
20.0%
7
Botswana
Africa
22.0%
8
Cape Verde
Africa
22.0%
9
Egypt
Africa
22.5%
10
Côte d'Ivoire
Africa
25.0%
11
Djibouti
Africa
25.0%
12
Guinea-Bissau
Africa
25.0%
13
Mauritania
Africa
25.0%
14
Angola
Africa
25.0%
15
Zimbabwe
Africa
25.0%
16
Liberia
Africa
25.0%
17
Lesotho
Africa
25.0%
18
São Tomé and Príncipe
Africa
25.0%
19
Seychelles
Africa
25.0%
20
Ghana
Africa
25.0%
21
Algeria
Africa
26.0%
22
South Africa
Africa
27.0%
23
Gambia
Africa
27.0%
24
Togo
Africa
27.0%
25
Eswatini
Africa
27.5%
26
Burkina Faso
Africa
27.5%
27
Congo
Africa
28.0%
28
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Africa
30.0%
29
Gabon
Africa
30.0%
30
Malawi
Africa
30.0%
31
Mali
Africa
30.0%
32
Benin
Africa
30.0%
33
Burundi
Africa
30.0%
34
Central African Republic
Africa
30.0%
35
Zambia
Africa
30.0%
36
Niger
Africa
30.0%
37
Sierra Leone
Africa
30.0%
38
Rwanda
Africa
30.0%
39
Senegal
Africa
30.0%
40
Uganda
Africa
30.0%
41
Kenya
Africa
30.0%
42
Nigeria
Africa
30.0%
43
Ethiopia
Africa
30.0%
44
Tanzania
Africa
30.0%
45
Mozambique
Africa
32.0%
46
Namibia
Africa
32.0%
47
Eritrea
Africa
33.0%
48
Cameroon
Africa
33.0%
49
Chad
Africa
35.0%
50
Comoros
Africa
35.0%
51
Equatorial Guinea
Africa
35.0%
52
Guinea
Africa
35.0%
53
Sudan
Africa
35.0%
54
Morocco
Africa
35.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which countries have the lowest Corporate Tax Rate?
The countries with the lowest Corporate Tax Rate are: Somalia, Mauritius, Tunisia. Somalia leads at 0.0%. Zero-tax or near-zero jurisdictions include UAE, Bahrain, and Cayman Islands for most income taxes. Among OECD nations, Bulgaria (10% flat), Hungary (15%), and Ireland (12.5% corporate) are notable low-tax options.
How does Corporate Tax Rate affect expats and digital nomads?
Corporate Tax Rate directly impacts take-home pay and investment returns for globally mobile professionals. A 30-percentage-point difference between countries can mean €30,000/year saved on €100,000 gross income. Key considerations: the 183-day residency rule, tax treaties between countries, territorial vs worldwide tax systems, and special regimes (Portugal IFICI 10% flat, Spain Beckham Law 24%). Always confirm current rates with official sources before relocating.
What is the methodology behind the Lowest Corporate Tax Countries in Africa 2024?
This ranking uses statutory headline rates from corp_tax ascending, data year 2024. Statutory rates are the official legal top rates — effective rates (after deductions, allowances, and tax treaty benefits) are typically lower. Corporate rates shown are the standard national rate excluding municipal or state surcharges. Rankings are updated annually as new OECD and official national data becomes available.
Data sources: OECD Tax Database, IMF Fiscal Monitor, national tax authorities. Rates shown are statutory headline rates (top marginal for income tax, standard for VAT/corporate). Effective rates depend on deductions, filing status, and individual circumstances. Last updated April 2026. Pas de conseil fiscal — consult a qualified advisor for your situation.