About Us
Our mission and principles
Our mission and principles
Remember the ambitious you, the one who dreamt of owning a home, providing a secure future for your family, and achieving financial independence? The current tax system might be making those dreams feel more like distant mirages.
Each paycheck, a significant portion of your hard-earned income vanishes into the complex web of employee taxes. It's a feeling of powerlessness, like running uphill with invisible weights strapped on. You work harder, climb that promotion ladder, yet the finish line seems perpetually out of reach.
Meanwhile, headlines scream of record corporate profits. Yet, the taxes they pay often pale in comparison to yours. It's a system rigged against those who fuel the engine of the economy – the employees, the backbone of society.
This isn't just about numbers on a spreadsheet; it's about stolen opportunities. It's about the young couple forced to delay starting a family because they can't afford childcare. It's about the single parent struggling to put a child through college. It's about the constant gnawing worry of an uncertain financial future, a future where hard work seems to go unrewarded.
This is the broken bargain. You pay your taxes, but the system fails to deliver the promise of upward mobility and a fair shot at achieving your dreams. It's a system that stifles ambition, dampens hope, and perpetuates economic inequality.
But there's another way. There's a future where your dedication is rewarded, not punished. Join Taxodus, and together, let's rewrite the rules.
The current tax system silences the dreams of millions. But together, our voices can rewrite the narrative. Join the Taxodus movement and become a Voice for Change.
(4000 BC - 500 AD)
(500 AD - 1500 AD)
The feudal system relied on a complex network of taxes, including feudal dues, tithes, and tolls. Peasants bore the brunt of these taxes, often in the form of labor or produce.
(1500 AD - 1800 AD)
As nation-states consolidated power, taxation evolved. Income taxes, tariffs, and excise duties emerged to fund standing armies, bureaucracies, and infrastructure projects. Colonization also introduced new forms of taxation, often exploitative, in conquered territories.
(1800 AD - 1945 AD)
The Industrial Revolution brought rapid urbanization and economic growth,
necessitating expanded government services. Progressive income taxes were introduced to redistribute wealth and fund public goods. World Wars I and II led to significant tax increases to finance war efforts.
1945 AD - Present)
The post-war period saw the expansion of welfare states, requiring higher taxes to fund social programs. Globalization and technological advancements introduced new tax challenges, such as international tax avoidance and the taxation of digital services.
The history of forced labor and exploitative taxation can foster a sense of powerlessness and victimhood among African populations, hindering self-determination and agency.
The perception of tax systems designed to benefit the colonizer over the colonized can lead to widespread distrust of government institutions and a belief that the system is inherently unfair.
The ongoing impact of regressive tax systems, such as heavy reliance on indirect taxes, can contribute to economic insecurity and a sense of being traped in a cycle of poverty.
The historical experience of colonial exploitation,
including through taxation, can create intergenerational trauma, impacting mental health and societal well-being.
These psychological effects can manifest in various ways, which result in:
Reduced civic engagement:
A sense of disenfranchisement and powerlessness can lead to apathy and decreased participation in political processes.
Limited economic aspirations:
The perception of an unfair tax system can dampen entrepreneurial spirit and limit aspirations for economic
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Taxodus aims to transform the global tax system's inequality, beginning in South Africa. By fostering public awareness, conducting in-depth research, and advocating for policy reforms, Taxodus seeks to create a fairer tax landscape. Our goal is to empower individuals, collaborate with policymakers, and mobilize communities to challenge the status quo and build a tax system that benefits all.
Taxodus: Pioneering Fair Taxation
Taxodus is a registered Non-Profit Company (NPC) committed to transforming the tax landscape. We advocate for a system that prioritizes fairness, equity, and economic growth. By conducting thorough research, raising awareness, and influencing policy, we strive to create a tax environment that empowers individuals and benefits society as a whole.
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