Black tax

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Black tax

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Jan 15, 2021

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An unfair burden or a necessary responsibility? Many young professionals feel obliged to financially support extended family members who may be less fortunate, but it can be a stressful burden and leave people trapped in debt.
The impact of black tax on three young professionals in South Africa, Ghana and Nigeria.
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Jan 15, 2021

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