Safeguarding your South African Company: Potential Impact of CIPC Information Breach

Reparative measures may have been taken to remedy the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission hack which reportedly took place on 29 February 2024 however this information breach may have long-lasting and detrimental effects!

Ceasefire of Section 164 Suspensions of Payment, in SARS’ War on Non-Compliance

Dispelling accusations of any revenue collector can feel like the fight of your life, especially where you are factually not on the wrong side of the law! Amongst these collectors, SARS stands firm as one of the most strategic movers, turning the fight into an all-out war, the War on Non-Compliance! 

Multi-National Enterprise Takes SARS To Task on Transfer Pricing Audit, and WINS!

Transfer Pricing – the most pertinent international tax and compliance consideration for Multi-National Enterprises wishing to progress in the ever-evolving global economy. Whether setting up your first subsidiary in a foreign country, or adding your 20th to an already robust and successful group structure, one thing is clear; fall foul of the “arm’s length principle” […]

Unveiling the Surge: The Reason for the Recent Influx of South Africans to the Netherlands

In recent months, an unprecedented wave of South Africans has been making their way to the Netherlands, marking a significant shift in migration patterns. This sudden surge is not a mere coincidence but is driven by a combination of factors that render the Netherlands an increasingly attractive destination for South African expatriates. The Netherlands has […]

Insights from Tax Consulting’s Budget Speech Presentations: 5 Key Takeaways

On 27 February 2024, Tax Consulting hosted the 20th session on the Budget 2024/25 update. These sessions equip the attendees with the “consequences” of the budget for tax practitioners, accountants, payroll professionals and other professionals, who are tasked with practical implications of the announcements made. By demand, the same session will be held next week.

Strong Statements and Tenure Extension – SARS Commissioner Continues War on Non-Compliance

In the ever-evolving tax landscape and public domain, one name strikes fear into the heart of non-compliant taxpayers, and confidence for the law-abiding residents of South Africa: Commissioner Edward Kieswetter!

The Importance of a Tax Diagnostic Report for South African Expatriates

The Tax Diagnostic process entails a non-invasive review of a taxpayers eFiling profile, through investigating the records held by SARS. This information is then compared with the taxpayer’s unique circumstance to determine if there are any discrepancies between the SARS records and current circumstance.

Budget 2024/25 – Tax Update on 27 February 2024 and Dealing with Incorrect Conclusions

Budget 2024/25 – Tax Update on 27 February 2024 and Dealing with Incorrect Conclusions

There is a clear effort by National Treasury to each year share more detailed information with the market, to support the budget decisions. This should be applauded on the one hand, as at least South Africa has a degree of fiscal transparency.

South Africa’s Tax Dispute Revolution: A Leap Towards Fairness and Efficiency

In a move set to redefine the landscape of tax dispute resolution in South Africa, National Treasury has unveiled a groundbreaking proposal during the 2024 Budget Speech. The proposal aims to introduce alternative dispute resolution (“ADR”) proceedings at the objection phase of tax disputes. This strategic shift is a promising step in the right direction […]

The 2024 Budget Speech: A Snapshot

Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, presented a ‘limp’ budget today in respect of the forthcoming 2024/25 tax year, seeking to maintain government expenditure, notwithstanding revenue collection shortfalls. Amidst a decline in the mining tax revenue windfalls experienced over the last two years, the Minister has sought to collect the default from the already strained individual taxpayer, […]