This dual session will begin with an introduction of the Global Forum on Law, Justice and Development's Champion Projects. The second half will be a presentation and discussion of the Africa Tax Legislation Atlas.

An Introduction to the Global Forum on Law, Justice and Development's Champion Projects

Opening Remarks:

Christopher Stephens, Senior Vice President and General Counsel, World Bank Group

Speakers:

Christian Brugerolle, Counsel, World Bank Group

Christina Leb, Lead Water Specialist, World Bank Group

Remi Moncel, Senior Counsel, World Bank Group

Nightingale Rukuba-Ngaiza, Counsel, World Bank Group

Yinsongti Tindana, Legal Consultant, World Bank Group

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Domestic Resource Mobilization: Tools for an Enabling Regulatory Environment

Adequate Domestic Resource Mobilization (DRM) is a persistent challenge for many countries, especially in the global south. Central to adequate DRM is a tax base that is appropriately reflective of the economic activities of a country coupled with an efficient and transparent tax administration system. Legislation that is responsive to the local context while cognizant of the associated global legal frameworks is necessary for shaping effective fiscal behaviour. 

This session, led by the GFLJD Domestic Resource Mobilization Working Group under the auspices of the World Bank, will spotlight the creation of the Africa Tax Legislation Atlas—an innovative digital repository consolidating Africa’s tax laws to support transparency, comparative analysis, and legal reform. The session will explore how accessible legal data can empower policymakers, tax administrators, and legal practitioners to design more efficient, tax systems, while also addressing challenges to DRM. The Atlas exemplifies the evolving role of legal professionals as architects of robust regulatory environments and champions of long-term development impact.

Opening Remarks: 

Ousmane Diagana, Vice President, Western and Central Africa, World Bank Group

Speakers:

Taiwo Fayose, Director, CRG Institutional Risk & Governance, IFC

Cory Hillier, Senior Counsel, IMF Legal Department

Mai Trinh, Head of Tax Risk, Reporting and Reputation, RELX

Belema Obuoforibo, Director, Knowledge Center, International Bureau for Fiscal Documentation

Zach Pouga, International Tax Partner, Ernst & Young

Cary Douglas Pugh, Judge, United States Tax Court

Moderator:

Marjorie Mpundu, Chief Counsel, World Bank Group

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