How the Cancellation of a Form 15 Printing Contract Allegedly Triggered a Fallout Linked to Gaddafi Guet’s Arrest
Investigation examines the end of a lucrative printing deal, the shift to electronic tax collection, and allegations surrounding the reported arrest of businessman Gaddafi Guet in Kenya.
JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN — Sharing Power and Concrete Evidence.
A Watch Dogs investigation has uncovered new details surrounding the reported arrest of businessman Gaddafi Guet and the events that followed the cancellation of a multimillion-dollar Form 15 printing contract previously linked to the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA).
According to information reviewed during the investigation, PrintWorld, a company reportedly owned by Mr. Gaddafi Guet, was awarded a contract during the tenure of former Commissioner General Patrick Magoya, under which the company allegedly received approximately USD 600,000 per month for printing Form 15 tax collection forms.
Following leadership changes within the Revenue Authority, the contract was reportedly reviewed and renegotiated, reducing monthly payments to approximately USD 300,000, paid in two installments of USD 150,000 every fortnight.
The situation changed significantly with the government’s adoption of the e-Service electronic tax payment system, which enabled taxpayers to process payments digitally and substantially reduced reliance on physical tax collection forms. Sources indicate that demand for Form 15 printing declined sharply, effectively ending the company’s role in the process.
Individuals familiar with the matter claim that efforts were later made to reintroduce physical forms through the Ministry of Trade and Industry, allegedly following an order issued by Minister Atong Kuol Manyang. Critics argued that such a move could have reversed progress made through digital tax collection and potentially reopened opportunities for costly printing contracts.
However, the order was reportedly cancelled after intervention by Vice President for the Economic Cluster, H.E. James Wani Igga, according to sources consulted during the investigation.
The investigation also reviewed allegations circulated by self-exiled journalist Garang John, who claimed that the Director General of the National Communication Authority (NCA) and the Managing Director of Nilepet were involved in the arrest and extradition of Mr. Guet. Information reviewed by Watch Dogs indicates that both officials and their respective institutions have no direct role in tax collection, Form 15 procurement, or Revenue Authority contracting processes.
Separately, allegations have surfaced linking Mr. Guet to anonymous social media platforms that allegedly publish content targeting government officials with whom he has disagreements. These claims remain unverified and have not been independently confirmed.
Further claims reviewed during the investigation concern allegations that Mr. Guet obtained Kenyan citizenship and travel documents using information indicating that he was born in Nyando, Kenya. Watch Dogs has not independently verified these claims, and confirmation would require verification from the relevant Kenyan authorities.
As investigations continue, authorities are expected to establish the facts surrounding the printing contracts, the circumstances of Mr. Guet’s reported arrest, and any other allegations connected to the case.
— Watch Dogs Investigative Desk
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