CIPC and SARS Align to Eradicate Non-Compliance at All Levels

If you hold “Beneficial Ownership” in relation to a company, you should already be aware of the new “Beneficial Ownership Register” functionality now on the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission’s e-services platform.

SARS Still Has Its Eye on SA Expats

South African expatriates (SA expats) who work and live abroad are cautioned to ensure their tax affairs are up to date, to avoid falling foul of SARS’ drive for full tax compliance. This is especially the case now that SARS has drastically turned its wheel to ensure the collection of all taxes due and payable.

Tax Debt – A Silent Killer; More Than What Meets the Eye

Tax debt can creep into your life if left unchecked; having dire financial and lifestyle, consequences for you, and potentially, your family.

SARS Gazettes New Era for Trusts, aiming at Trustees and Beneficiaries

SARS Gazettes New Era For Trusts, Aiming At Trustees And Beneficiaries

On 30 June 2023, in a Gazetted public notice, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) formally expanded its third-party reporting standards to include trusts. Now, all South African trusts, and some foreign trusts, are required to submit returns containing third-party information as specified by SARS.

Company Confidential Shareholding Days are Over

Company Confidential Shareholding Days Are Over – Deadline For CIPC Beneficial Ownership

On 1 April 2023, the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) released its new “Beneficial Ownership Register” functionality on its e-services platform. This new requirement has placed companies under the spotlight as they must now declare their Beneficial Ownership to the CIPC.