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Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic Contractor Management
Compliant. Paid. Protected.

MaxisHR onboards, contracts, and pays independent contractors in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic compliantly — managing 10% (resident) / 20% (non-resident) withholding tax, MAD payments via MAD bank transfer, and misclassification risk under Local Employment Act, Income Tax Act, VAT Act. Classification risk: Medium — moderate enforcement.

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MaxisHR Contractor Team
North Africa Contractor Compliance Specialists
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Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic Contractor Facts
2026 compliance data
MEDIUM
Classification Risk
10%
WHT (Resident)
15–18%
VAT Rate
💱
Currency
MAD
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Contract Types
3 available
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Payment Methods
4 options
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Key Law
Local Employment Act
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Tax Authority
National Revenue Authority
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MEDIUM
Misclassification risk
10%
WHT rate (resident)
3
Contract types
6
Independence criteria
Contractor Compliance in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic

Independent Contractor Management in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic — 2026 Guide

Engaging independent contractors in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic offers flexibility and speed — but carries significant compliance obligations that many companies underestimate. The National Revenue Authority actively audits contractor relationships, and misclassification carries severe consequences: Backdated PAYE + statutory contributions + penalties and interest.

Every contractor engagement in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic requires a compliant written agreement under Local Employment Act, Income Tax Act, VAT Act, correct withholding tax deduction at 10% (resident) / 20% (non-resident), and careful structuring to avoid triggering employment rights. The growing gig economy in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic has increased regulatory scrutiny — particularly in Technology, Financial Services, Consulting.

MaxisHR's Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic contractor management service handles every aspect of compliant contractor engagement — classification assessment, contract drafting, withholding tax management, MAD payment processing, and ongoing compliance monitoring — protecting your business while giving your contractors a professional, frictionless experience.

Classification assessment against 6-factor Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic independence test
Compliant contractor agreement drafted under Local Employment Act, Income Tax Act, VAT Act
Withholding tax deducted at 10% (resident) / 20% (non-resident) and remitted to National Revenue Authority
MAD payments via MAD bank transfer or USD wire transfer
VAT-compliant invoicing (15–18% (standard rate — verify locally) where applicable)
Contractor onboarding in 24–48 hours
Payment records and WHT certificates issued to contractors
Ongoing misclassification risk monitoring
Risco de Classificação

Is Your Contractor an Employee Under Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic Law?

Classification risk: MEDIUM

Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic independence test — 6 criteria

Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic's National Revenue Authority applies a multi-factor test to determine whether a worker is truly independent. Failing any key criterion can trigger employee reclassification. MaxisHR assesses every engagement before onboarding.

Criterion 1 of 6

Worker operates as independent business, not integrated into company structure

This factor is assessed by National Revenue Authority when reviewing contractor relationships in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic. MaxisHR structures engagements to satisfy all applicable criteria.

Criterion 2 of 6

Worker provides own tools, equipment, and workspace

This factor is assessed by National Revenue Authority when reviewing contractor relationships in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic. MaxisHR structures engagements to satisfy all applicable criteria.

Criterion 3 of 6

Worker determines own working methods and schedule

This factor is assessed by National Revenue Authority when reviewing contractor relationships in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic. MaxisHR structures engagements to satisfy all applicable criteria.

Criterion 4 of 6

Worker serves multiple clients simultaneously

This factor is assessed by National Revenue Authority when reviewing contractor relationships in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic. MaxisHR structures engagements to satisfy all applicable criteria.

Criterion 5 of 6

Engagement defined by deliverables, not by time

This factor is assessed by National Revenue Authority when reviewing contractor relationships in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic. MaxisHR structures engagements to satisfy all applicable criteria.

Criterion 6 of 6

No employee benefits (leave, pension, health) provided

This factor is assessed by National Revenue Authority when reviewing contractor relationships in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic. MaxisHR structures engagements to satisfy all applicable criteria.

Tipos de Contrato

Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic Contractor Agreement Types — 2026

Best for: All contractor engagements

Independent Contractor Agreement

Core document establishing the independent nature of the engagement. Defines scope, deliverables, payment terms, IP ownership, and termination provisions.

Best for: Senior consultants and specialist advisors

Consultancy Agreement

For professional advisory services. Includes confidentiality, non-compete, and IP assignment clauses.

Best for: Technology projects, creative services, defined deliverables

Statement of Work (SoW)

Project-specific document defining deliverables, timelines, and payment milestones.

Impostos e Retenções

Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic Contractor Tax Obligations — 2026

ComponentEmployeeEmployerNotes
Withholding Tax (WHT)10% (resident) / 20% (non-resident)Deducted at source by engaging companyRemitted to National Revenue Authority monthly
VAT on contractor invoices15–18% (standard rate — verify locally)Paid to VAT-registered contractorEngaging company may reclaim as input VAT if registered
Contractor self-assessment taxContractor's own obligationContractor files own income tax return — WHT is a credit
Misclassification liabilityN/ABackdated PAYE + statutory contributions + penalties and interestApplies if contractor reclassified as employee by authority
Social security (if reclassified)Employee contributionEmployer contribution + penaltiesBackdated if employment relationship established
📌Fonte: National Revenue Authority· Effective 2026
Riscos de Conformidade

Top Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic Contractor Compliance Risks — Avoid Them All

Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic's contractor compliance landscape has tightened significantly in recent years. The National Revenue Authority increasingly scrutinises contractor relationships — particularly in Technology, Financial Services, Consulting where contractor-employee boundaries are most frequently tested.

MaxisHR proactively manages all of these risks — structuring engagements correctly from day one, monitoring regulatory changes, and flagging any engagement that begins to resemble employment before it becomes a liability.

Withholding tax must be deducted from all contractor payments and remitted to the tax authority
Extended contractor relationships may be reclassified as employment — entitling worker to statutory benefits
VAT registration obligations may apply if contractor turnover exceeds local threshold
Non-resident contractors may trigger permanent establishment risk for the engaging company
Social security contributions may be claimed if contractor-employer relationship is found
Porquê MaxisHR para Gestão de Contratantes em Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic

5 Reasons to Manage Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic Contractors Through MaxisHR

Contractor engagement in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic is faster and more flexible than hiring employees — but only when done right. MaxisHR gives you the speed of contractors with the compliance certainty of a fully managed service.

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Zero misclassification risk — 2026 Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic compliance guaranteed

Zero Risk

MaxisHR assesses every Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic contractor engagement against the 6-factor independence test applied by National Revenue Authority. We structure agreements, payment terms, and working arrangements to ensure your contractors are genuinely independent — protecting you from the Backdated PAYE + statutory contributions + penalties and interest exposure of misclassification.

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Contractor onboarded in 24–48 hours — compliant from day one

24–48 Hours

MaxisHR onboards Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic contractors in 24–48 hours — KYC verification, contract execution under Local Employment Act, Income Tax Act, VAT Act, withholding tax setup, and payment profile configuration. Your contractor can start delivering value immediately while MaxisHR handles all the compliance infrastructure behind the scenes.

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Withholding tax managed automatically — 10% (resident) / 20% (non-resident) deducted and remitted

Auto WHT

MaxisHR deducts 10% (resident) / 20% (non-resident) withholding tax from every Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic contractor payment, remits it to National Revenue Authority before the statutory deadline, and issues WHT certificates to your contractors for their own tax records. You never miss a WHT deadline or face the 10%+ penalty for late remittance.

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Pay contractors in MAD or USD — via MAD bank transfer

4 Payment Methods

MaxisHR's payment platform disburses contractor fees in MAD via MAD bank transfer, USD wire transfer, Mobile money (where applicable), SWIFT international transfer. International contractors can receive USD. You approve invoices on the MaxisHR dashboard — we handle currency conversion, payment execution, and full audit-trail documentation for every transaction.

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Scale your contractor workforce across 55 African countries — one platform

55 Countries

Managing contractors in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic and expanding to other African markets? MaxisHR manages contractor compliance across all 55 African countries from one dashboard — with country-specific contracts, withholding tax rates, and payment infrastructure for every market. One partner, one invoice, 55 countries.

Plataforma MaxisHR para Contratantes

Digital Contractor Management Tools for Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic

MaxisHR's contractor management platform makes compliant contractor engagement fast, transparent, and scalable — from first onboarding to final payment.

Contractor Onboarding Portal

24–48 Hour Activation

Contractors complete KYC, tax registration details, bank account information, and contract signing digitally through MaxisHR's secure portal — in under 30 minutes, from any device, in any location across Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic.

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Locally Compliant Contract Generation

Legally Compliant

MaxisHR generates Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic contractor agreements under Local Employment Act, Income Tax Act, VAT Act — including Independent Contractor Agreements, Statements of Work, and Consultancy Agreements — with e-signature and instant delivery to all parties.

MAD Contractor Payment Processing

Auto WHT Deduction

Approve contractor invoices on the MaxisHR dashboard. We handle withholding tax deduction (10% (resident) / 20% (non-resident)), payment disbursement via MAD bank transfer, FX conversion for USD/EUR invoices, and remittance confirmation — all within your payment cycle.

WHT Remittance & Certificate Issuance

Automated

MaxisHR remits withheld tax to National Revenue Authority before every deadline and issues withholding tax certificates to your contractors — so they can offset WHT against their annual tax liability. Full compliance documentation maintained for every payment.

Contractor Spend Analytics & Reports

Real-Time Analytics

Track contractor spend by project, contractor, and cost centre in real time. Export contractor payment registers, WHT summaries, and invoice records in CSV or PDF — for finance, audit, or National Revenue Authority review.

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Misclassification Risk Monitoring

Proactive Protection

MaxisHR monitors every Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic contractor engagement for signs of creeping employment — extended duration, exclusivity, control patterns — and alerts you before the relationship crosses into employment territory under Local Employment Act, Income Tax Act, VAT Act.

Multi-Country Contractor Dashboard

55 Countries

Manage contractors across Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and all 55 African markets from one MaxisHR dashboard. One view — all contractor costs, compliance status, and payment schedules across your entire African contractor workforce.

Contractor Self-Service Portal

Self-Service

Your Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic contractors access a dedicated portal to submit invoices, track payment status, download WHT certificates, view contract documents, and communicate with MaxisHR — reducing admin burden on your team by over 70%.

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Employer of Record in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic
Ready to convert contractors to employees? MaxisHR EOR hires employees in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic without a local entity — managing contracts, MAD payroll, and statutory compliance under Labour Law.
Payroll Services
Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic Payroll Services
Run compliant MAD payroll for your Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic employees alongside contractor payments — PAYE, pension, and all statutory deductions managed on the same MaxisHR platform.
Company Registration
Company Registration in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic
Scaling your Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic presence? MaxisHR registers your local entity — enabling you to hire employees directly and engage contractors under your own Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic brand.
Tax Compliance
Tax Compliance in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic
Beyond contractor WHT — MaxisHR manages all your Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic employer tax obligations: PAYE, VAT, corporate tax, and statutory filings — filed on time, every time.
Salary Benchmarking
Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic Salary & Contractor Rate Benchmarking
Set competitive contractor day rates in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic with MaxisHR's 2026 market data — covering all key roles across technology, finance, and professional services.
HR Advisory
HR Advisory in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic
Navigate the contractor-employee boundary in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic with expert HR guidance — workforce classification, policy design, and Labour Law compliance advisory from MaxisHR's North Africa specialists.
FAQs Contratantes

Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic Contractor Management — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a contractor and an employee in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic?
In Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, the key distinction is control, integration, and economic dependence. An employee works under the direction of the employer, is integrated into the business, and receives statutory benefits. A contractor operates independently, provides services to multiple clients, bears financial risk, and supplies own equipment. Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic courts apply a multi-factor test including: Worker operates as independent business, not integrated into company structure; Worker provides own tools, equipment, and workspace; Worker determines own working methods and schedule; Worker serves multiple clients simultaneously. MaxisHR assesses each engagement against Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic's classification criteria before onboarding.
What withholding tax applies to contractor payments in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic?
Contractor payments in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic attract withholding tax of 10% (resident) / 20% (non-resident). The engaging company is responsible for deducting this tax at source and remitting it to National Revenue Authority. Failure to withhold exposes the engaging company to the tax liability plus penalties. MaxisHR handles all withholding tax calculations, deductions, and remittances for every contractor payment processed through our platform.
What happens if a contractor is misclassified as an employee in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic?
Misclassification in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic carries significant liability: Backdated PAYE + statutory contributions + penalties and interest. The engaging company becomes liable for all unpaid employer statutory contributions, backdated PAYE, and may face labour law claims from the worker. MaxisHR's contractor management service includes classification risk assessment for every engagement — protecting your business from misclassification exposure before it arises.
Can I pay contractors in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic in USD instead of MAD?
Foreign currency payments to Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic contractors are possible but must comply with local foreign exchange regulations. USD wire transfers are used for international contractors. MaxisHR's payment platform supports both MAD and USD disbursements to Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic contractors — with full FX reconciliation and payment records for audit purposes.
Does VAT apply to contractor invoices in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic?
Yes. VAT-registered contractors in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic charge 15–18% (standard rate — verify locally) on their services. The engaging company may be able to reclaim input VAT if also VAT-registered. MaxisHR validates VAT registration status for all contractors and processes VAT-compliant invoices through our platform.
What contracts does MaxisHR use for contractors in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic?
MaxisHR uses locally compliant contractor agreements for Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic — including Independent Contractor Agreements, Statements of Work, and Consultancy Agreements. All contracts are drafted under Local Employment Act, Income Tax Act, VAT Act, include withholding tax provisions, IP ownership clauses, confidentiality terms, and clear termination procedures. MaxisHR's Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic legal team reviews every contract to ensure compliance with current local law.
How does MaxisHR manage contractor payments in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic?
MaxisHR's contractor payment platform processes MAD payments to Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic contractors — handling invoice validation, withholding tax deduction (10% (resident) / 20% (non-resident)), payment disbursement via MAD bank transfer or USD wire transfer, payment records, and monthly remittance to National Revenue Authority. You approve contractor invoices on the MaxisHR dashboard and we handle everything else.

Engage Contractors in Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic — Compliantly, Fast

MaxisHR onboards Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic contractors in 24–48 hours — compliant agreements under Local Employment Act, Income Tax Act, VAT Act, 10% (resident) / 20% (non-resident) WHT managed automatically, and MAD payments via MAD bank transfer. Start today.

Cobertura pan-africana

Contractor Management Across All 55 African Countries

MaxisHR manages independent contractor compliance — classification, contracts, withholding tax, and payments — across every African market. Find contractor compliance data for your target country.

55 países cobertos
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Algeria
North Africa · DZD
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Angola
Central Africa · AOA
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Benin
West Africa · XOF
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Botswana
Southern Africa · BWP
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Burkina Faso
West Africa · XOF
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Burundi
East Africa · BIF
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Cabo Verde
West Africa · CVE
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Cameroon
Central Africa · XAF
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Central African Republic
Central Africa · XAF
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Chad
Central Africa · XAF
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Comoros
East Africa · KMF
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Congo
Central Africa · XAF
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Cote d'Ivoire
West Africa · XOF
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Democratic Republic of the Congo
Central Africa · CDF
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Djibouti
East Africa · DJF
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Egypt
North Africa · EGP
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Equatorial Guinea
Central Africa · XAF
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Eritrea
East Africa · ERN
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Eswatini
Southern Africa · SZL
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Ethiopia
East Africa · ETB
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Gabon
Central Africa · XAF
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Gambia
West Africa · GMD
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Ghana
West Africa · GHS
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Guinea
West Africa · GNF
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Guinea-Bissau
West Africa · XOF
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Kenya
East Africa · KES
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Lesotho
Southern Africa · LSL
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Liberia
West Africa · LRD
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Libya
North Africa · LYD
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Madagascar
East Africa · MGA
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Malawi
East Africa · MWK
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Mali
West Africa · XOF
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Mauritania
West Africa · MRU
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Mauritius
East Africa · MUR
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Morocco
North Africa · MAD
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Mozambique
East Africa · MZN
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Namibia
Southern Africa · NAD
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Niger
West Africa · XOF
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Nigeria
West Africa · NGN
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Rwanda
East Africa · RWF
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Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic
North Africa · MAD
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Sao Tome and Principe
Central Africa · STN
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Senegal
West Africa · XOF
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Seychelles
East Africa · SCR
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Sierra Leone
West Africa · SLE
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Somalia
East Africa · SOS
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South Africa
Southern Africa · ZAR
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South Sudan
East Africa · SSP
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Sudan
North Africa · SDG
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Tanzania
East Africa · TZS
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Togo
West Africa · XOF
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Tunisia
North Africa · TND
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Uganda
East Africa · UGX
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Zambia
East Africa · ZMW
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Zimbabwe
East Africa · ZWG