Rethinking Remuneration Flexibility: A Must in the 2-Pot Retirement Era

The fact that millions of South African taxpayers withdrew R43 billion from their accessible retirement savings under the Two-Pot System in the previous tax year, and many are already dipping in again this year, clearly shows that employees need real-time financial relief.

R500 Billion and Rising – SARS Audits Increase Collectable Tax Debts

With a debt book of R535,9 billion, SARS is looking for any means to expedite seamless collections! SARS can leverage Artificial Intelligence and data driven insights from 3rd party information, including processing of taxpayer bank statements without any prior warning, or consent.

Court Slams Taxpayer for Skipping Dispute Steps in SARS Fight

A recent High Court decision should serve as a cautionary tale for any taxpayer who underestimates the procedural rigor required when challenging the South African Revenue Service (“SARS”).

The When, How and Why for Expatriates Considering Leaving the South African Tax Net

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is not beating around the bush with sharpening its focus on South African expatriate taxpayers as part of efforts to curb non-compliance that contributes to billions in lost tax revenue annually.

Fix These 4 Payroll Mistakes Before SARS Finds Them

In a tightening economy, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) is under increasing pressure to collect every cent it can to shore up the South African fiscus. While many compliant businesses play by the rules, it is becoming clear that some large corporates are pushing the envelope too far—sometimes unintentionally, but often with eyes wide open.

Flexible Benefits Offer a Lifeline in Tough Economic Times

South Africa continues to face an unforgiving economic climate. Households are grappling with rising costs of food, fuel, electricity, and school fees, while salary increases remain modest or frozen altogether. As many employees search for ways to stretch their income, one practical, cost-neutral solution stands out: flexible benefits.

SARS Guns Next Big Tax Collection Target – R100 Billion PLUS!

Having had great success with its specialised tax compliance programmes over the last few years, SARS has now called in the cavalry this tax return filing season, through “Project AmaBillions”, to bolster its tax debt collection capabilities.

Woolworths Triumphs Over SARS in VAT Showdown – Supreme Court Clarifies Input VAT Rules Amid SARS’ Narrow Interpretation

In a significant win for taxpayers on the South African Revenue Service’s (SARS) “narrow” approach to the ability to claim input Value-Added Tax (VAT), the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) recently ruled in favour of Woolworths Holdings (Woolworths), the group holding company, affirming its right to claim over R8 million in input VAT.

Everyday Online Subscriptions and Shopping Can Push South Africans Over Their Offshore Spending Limit

For South African residents and expatriates living abroad, reaching the R1 million annual limit of offshore spending allowed under exchange control regulations, can happen far more quickly than expected. This can soon land them in hot water with the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) who closely monitors funds flowing out of South Africa.

SARS Sharpens Scrutiny of Expatriate SA Tax Residents

South African expatriates living and working abroad are firmly in the Tax Man’s sights. Recent enhancements clearly indicate the South African Revenue Service (SARS) is increasing its focus on the importance of expatriates legally confirming the basis on which they cease their tax residency status in South Africa to benefit from a reduced income tax liability as non-resident taxpayers.