| Date | Title | Description |
| 23.09.2024 | You may soon need a TV licence to watch Netflix | The SABC has argued in parliament that it can’t wait the three years it could take the communications minister to develop a new funding model for the public broadcaster.
The three-year period is proposed in the latest draft of the SABC Bill... |
| 14.09.2024 | Pravin Gordhan was that rare thing: an honest politician | Pravin Gordhan. Image: GCIS
In 2020, Jonathan Ancer and I were commissioned to co-author a biography of Pravin Gordhan. We were both intrigued by the man – probably known best at the time for his resistance to former President Jacob Zuma’s ... |
| 13.09.2024 | Pravin Gordhan, who led fight against state capture, has died at age 75 | Pravin Gordhan. Image: GCIS
Pravin Gordhan, who held three positions in South Africa’s cabinet and won plaudits for standing up to Jacob Zuma during his scandal-marred presidency, has died. He was 75.
Gordhan died in hospital in the early h... |
| 11.09.2024 | Shein and Temu go to war | A battle between Chinese fast-fashion giants Shein and Temu is brewing in US courts – and it could have global impact.
Shein, the older of the two e-commerce retailers, has filed papers with a federal court in Washington, DC, accusing Temu ... |
| 10.09.2024 | Cape Town promises an ‘open data’ revolution | Image of a digital Cape Town generated by OpenAI’s Dall-E
The City of Cape Town this week published a blueprint for how the metro aims to become a data-driven municipality.
Speaking at a launch event in Woodstock on Monday, mayor Geordin Hi... |
| 19.08.2024 | Schreiber calls for digital overhaul of home affairs | Home affairs minister Leon Schreiber
Paper-based systems that create loopholes for corruption must be replaced by “watertight” digital systems, the home affairs minister has said.
New home affairs minister Leon Schreiber has called for the ... |
| 05.08.2024 | WHY you absolutely should file a 2024 tax return if you earn less than R500k | Even if you earn less than R500k per year, here’s why you should still submit a 2024 tax return. Image: File
As most South Africans are aware, the window for non-provisional taxpayers to submit a 2024 tax return opened on Monday 15 July 202... |
| 03.08.2024 | Navigating the Tax Maze: What to Do When Refunds Go Awry | Tax season can feel like a rollercoaster ride. One moment, you’re soaring high with expectations of a refund. The next, you’re plummeting into confusion and frustration. The 2024 tax season has been particularly tumultuous for many, especia... |
| 02.08.2024 | WHAT to do if you’re unhappy with your 2024 tax refund | What recourse do you have if you’re unhappy with your 2024 tax refund? Image: File
If you’re unhappy with your 2024 tax refund, the good news is you do have recourse with the South African Revenue Service (SARS). For many, with relatively s... |
| 29.07.2024 | Calls mount for treasury to scrap luxury taxes on smartphones | Calls are growing for national treasury to scrap the luxury taxes on smartphones to make them more affordable and to improve digital access.
This comes after TechCentral reported earlier this month that new communications minister Solly Mal... |
| 27.07.2024 | South Africa's Economic Landscape: A Bright Horizon for Property Investors and Taxpayers Alike | South Africa stands at a crossroads. The winds of change are blowing, bringing with them opportunities for property investors and taxpayers. Recent developments in interest rates and tax services signal a shift toward a more favorable econo... |
| 27.07.2024 | 2024 tax chaos: Why 90% of refunds were inexplicably reversed | If you were one of the tens of thousands of people who experienced the 2024 tax chaos, we want to hear from you. Image: File
It’s been a week of 2024 tax chaos for SARS, following a systems error that led to tens of thousands of tax refunds... |
| 26.07.2024 | SARS tax refunds: GOOD news for South African taxpayers | SARS has launched a new WhatsApp channel for taxpayers to access information regarding their tax refunds quicker than before. Image: SARS
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) confirmed in a statement on Friday that it has processed 90% ... |
| 25.07.2024 | The TMJ Treatment Crisis: A Painful Divide in American Healthcare**
** | ** In the United States, a silent epidemic is gnawing at the jaws of millions. Temporomandibular joint disorders, or TMJ, affect an estimated 33 million Americans. This condition, which causes debilitating pain and stiffness in the jaw, oft... |
| 25.07.2024 | SARS office in Durban MOVES to new address: Find it HERE | The South African Revenue Service’s (SARS) office at Albany House in Durban will be relocating on Friday, 26 July 2024. Image: SARS
The South African Revenue Service’s (SARS) office at Albany House at 62 Margaret Mncadi Ave, Durban, will be... |
| 25.07.2024 | SARS issues warning to taxpayers as eFiling platform gets upgrade | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has warned that it will run upgrades on its digital platforms on Friday,12 July from 18:00 to 20:00. Image: SARS
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is hard at work ensuring that its digital pla... |
| 25.07.2024 | SARS offers advice: Save a trip and skip the queue | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has urged taxpayers to save a trip to one of its branches and skip having to stand in queues. Image: File
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has urged taxpayers to save a trip to one of its bra... |
| 22.07.2024 | Why South Africans should reject higher taxes on Shein | The South African Revenue Service announced recently that it will impose a 45% import tax on goods that cost R500 or less, imported from China through online retailers such as Shein and Temu. Unions and businesses praise this as a “levellin... |
| 18.07.2024 | Have you been the victim of a SARS tax season SCAM? | With the 2024 tax season now in full swing, the SARS has warned South African taxpayers to remain vigilant when submitting their tax returns. Image: File
With the 2024 tax season now in full swing, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) h... |
| 17.07.2024 | SARS issues urgent warning over new tax return SCAM | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has issued another warning to taxpayers currently submitting their tax returns. Image: File
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has issued another warning to taxpayers currently submitting their... |
| 16.07.2024 | HOW to change your SARS eFiling username and password | How to change your SARS eFiling username and password in a flash. Image: File
If you’ve misplaced your particulars and need to change your SARS eFiling username and password, here’s what to do. It’s that time of year again, the 2024 tax sea... |
| 15.07.2024 | SARS to provide update on 2024 tax season | SARS commissioner Edward Kieswetter. Image: OECDtax/Flickr
South African Revenue Service (SARS) commissioner Edward Kieswetter will hold a media briefing to provide an update on the 2024 tax filing season.
As reported by The South African w... |
| 13.07.2024 | Need help with your tax return? Here’s when a pop-up branch will be in YOUR area | We answer FAQs about your 2024 SARS tax return. Image: File
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is striving to make it as easy as possible for taxpayers to submit their tax returns this season.
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| 13.07.2024 | FIVE super-easy ways to save on TAX in 2024 | Five super-easy ways to save on tax in 2024. Image: File
Tax season opens up this Monday 15 July, and here are the most effective ways to save on tax in 2024. The deadline for individual (non-provisional) taxpayers to file returns is Monday... |
| 12.07.2024 | SARS warns taxpayers as eFiling platform gets upgrade | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has warned that it will run upgrades on its digital platforms on Friday,12 July from 18:00 to 20:00. Image: SARS
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is hard at work ensuring that its digital pla... |
| 12.07.2024 | Reminder: SARS tax season opens on Monday, 15 July | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) will open the 2024 tax season for individual tax payers on Monday, 15 July. Image: SARS
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) will open the 2024 tax season for individual tax payers on Monday, 15 ... |
| 11.07.2024 | SARS issues warning against latest tax refund SCAM | Beware of these latest tax return scams, warns SARS. Image: SARS
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has issued a warning to taxpayers currently submitting their tax returns.
Do not open or respond to emails from unknown sources.
Bewar... |
| 09.07.2024 | SARS issues warning to taxpayers as eFiling platform gets upgrade | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has warned that it will run upgrades on its digital platforms on Tuesday, 9 July from 19:00 to 22:00. Image: SARS
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is hard at work ensuring that its digital pl... |
| 09.07.2024 | SARS branch in Cape Town MOVES: New address | The South African Revenue Service’s (SARS) Bellville branch has relocated. Here’s where to visit as of TODAY – if you have an appointment … Image: SARS
The South African Revenue Service’s (SARS) Bellville branch has relocated from the corne... |
| 08.07.2024 | SARS shuts branch in this Gauteng town | South African Revenue Service (SARS) office on Lower Long Street in Cape Town. Image: SARS
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has permanently shut its Benoni branch.
SARS BRANCHES THROUGHUT SOUTH AFRICA
Gauteng – 15
KwaZulu-Natal – 7
... |
| 08.07.2024 | SARS launches WhatsApp channel to help check tax status: How it works | SARS has launched a new WhatsApp channel for taxpayers to access information regarding their tax refunds quicker than before. Image: SARS
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has launched a new WhatsApp channel for taxpayers to access i... |
| 07.07.2024 | This ONE mistake could cost you a refund on your 2024 tax return | 2024 tax return season is only days away for South Africans. Image: File
The time to file your 2024 tax return is rapidly approaching. SARS eFiling opens up on Monday, 15 July, for individual taxpayers (non-provisional). This runs until Mon... |
| 05.07.2024 | HOW to practice safe tax avoidance in South Africa | Practice safe tax avoidance in South Africa to reduce your contribution to the state in 2024. Image: File/Fotor
Before we get into the ins and outs of tax avoidance in South Africa, we’ll remind you of important deadlines within the 2024 SA... |
| 05.07.2024 | SARS calms fears over auto-assessment notifications | SARS has released important 2024 tax dates you must diarise. Image: FIle/Fotor
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has reminded those taxpayers who haven’t received an auto-assessment notification that the process will take two weeks.
... |
| 05.07.2024 | 20% of YOUR taxes pay for government debt, not public services | Government is using taxes for debt crisis. Images by Freepik
Of all the tax collected in South Africa, the government allocates 20% towards interest payments on its R5.2 trillion debt. As debt-servicing costs rise, there is less money avail... |
| 04.07.2024 | 2024 income tax return filing in double-quick time | 2024 income tax return filing time is upon us. Here’s everything you should prepare for. Image: File
2024 income tax return filing starts on Monday 15 July for individual taxpayers (non-provisional). And this window runs till 21 October 202... |
| 01.07.2024 | The Top 5 countries South Africa EXPORTS to and IMPORTS from | Analysts say the UK will always be an important market for South Africa. Image: Public domain pictures/ DeviantArt
South Africa’s economy is intricately linked to its trade relationships with various countries around the world. The UK in pa... |
| 26.06.2024 | FAQs answered on HOW to file a 2024 SARS tax return | We answer FAQs about your 2024 SARS tax return. Image: File
Time flies and it’s nearly that moment to submit your 2024 SARS tax return. The South African Revenue Service tax season starts on Monday 15 July 2024. And it runs till Monday 21 O... |
| 20.06.2024 | 2024 online eFiling warning | Protect your 2024 online eFiling profile from hackers and scam artists. Image: File
Tax experts are warning of 2024 online eFiling hacking, and here are the precautions you can take to protect your SARS profile, reports Daily Investor. 2024... |
| 19.06.2024 | SARS tax season: Step-by-step guide on how to do your eFiling | Here is a step by step guide to assist you.
Image: AdobeStock
South Africa’s tax season will soon open for individual taxpayers.
Type in your unique username, click next and type in your password. Note that you have decided these details wh... |
| 18.06.2024 | SARS: How do you get your tax number? | Here is more information about SARS efiling. Images: Stock/Canva
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has announced the filing dates for tax season 2024, which will open in July.
Visit a SARS Branch Office (In-Person): You can visit a S... |
| 14.06.2024 | Counterfeit bust in Joburg: ‘Handbags’ among seized fake goods | Counterfeit goods were seized in Johannesburg on Thursday. Image: Supplied
Police achieved a significant victory in their ongoing battle against counterfeit goods with a raid on Thursday in central Johannesburg. The National Counterfeit Uni... |
| 13.06.2024 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Thursday, 13 June | Here is today’s latest news and headlines. Images: Stock/Canva/Temu/Shein
We’ve got all the latest news stories and headlines in South Africa you really need to know on Thursday, 13 June.
Starting 1 July, taxes on small clothing packages fr... |
| 12.06.2024 | Explainer: Everything you should know about the Temu and Shein tax hikes | Here is everything you should know about the Temu and Shein tax hikes. Images: Stock/ Canva/ Shein/Temu
Shein and Temu shoppers, here’s what you should know about the higher taxes next month.
LOOK AT HOW THE CHANGE WILL IMPACT THE PRICES
Sh... |
| 12.06.2024 | The ONE thing a Government of National Unity needs to FIX | The new-new South Africa’s government of national unity will be unveiled at the first sitting of parliament this Friday (14 June 2024). Image: File/Fotor
With the new-new South Africa poised on the precipice of its second government of nati... |
| 11.06.2024 | Navigating the 2024 Tax Season: A Guide to SARS Auto-Assessments | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has set the stage for the 2024 tax season, with auto-assessments taking center stage. Here's everything you need to know to sail smoothly through this tax season.
As the 2024 tax season kicks off on ... |
| 10.06.2024 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Monday, 10 June | Here is an update on the new licence cards in SA. Image: Supplied
A lot can change overnight, but we’ll keep you informed with the latest news stories and headlines in South Africa on Monday, 10 June.
With the bids evaluated and adjudicated... |
| 10.06.2024 | SARS announces MEDICAL AID tax changes for 2024 year | SARS has released important 2024 tax dates you must diarise. Image: FIle/Fotor
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has recognised the challenges faced by taxpayers in submitting medical aid data accurately and on time.
For more informa... |
| 09.06.2024 | Where to now for July 2024 SASSA grants? | What does the future hold for July 2024 SASSA grants in light of the still-to-be-formed government of national unity? Image: File/Fotor
It’s bizarre to think that July 2024 SASSA grants will be the first disbursed in the second half of 2024... |
| 09.06.2024 | Difference between a provisional and individual 2024 SARS taxpayer | Before we delve into the difference between a provisional and individual (non-provisional) 2024 SARS taxpayer, let’s remind one another of the recently announced 2024 tax dates. The South African Revenue Service says 2024 tax season for ind... |
| 08.06.2024 | SARS tax questions answered: I’ve forgotten my eFiling password | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has confirmed that the 2024 tax season will start on Monday, 15 July. Picture: File
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has confirmed that the 2024 tax season will start on Monday, 15 July.
Taxp... |
| 08.06.2024 | What’s a 2024 SARS auto-assessment and how do you confirm it? | The latest on next month’s 2024 SARS auto-assessment process. Image: File/Fotor
With South African tax season officially opening on Monday 15 July 2024 – and running till Monday 21 October 2024 – many will receive 2024 SARS auto-assessment ... |
| 07.06.2024 | Retrenched Post Office workers get severance payout | Business rescue practitioners for the embattled South African Post Office, Anoosh Rooplal and Juanita Damons, said the first tranche of severance packages for retrenched employees of the state-owned entity is being paid on Friday.
“All retr... |
| 07.06.2024 | SARS tax questions answered: HELP! I’ve forgotten my tax number | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has confirmed that the 2024 tax season will start on Monday, 15 July. Image: AdobeStock
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has confirmed that the 2024 tax season will start on Monday, 15 July.
... |
| 06.06.2024 | SARS tax questions answered: How to check if you have been auto-assessed | Brace for the final 2024 SARS tax deadline of the season. Image: File
The 2024 tax season, as confirmed by the South African Revenue Service (SARS), will start on Monday, 15 July.
DO YOU HAVE A SARS OR TAX-RELATED QUERY?
Let us know by clic... |
| 05.06.2024 | DIARISE the following 2024 tax dates | SARS has released important 2024 tax dates you must diarise. Image: FIle/Fotor
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has just released important 2024 tax dates you should definitely diarise as soon as possible. That’s right, it feels lik... |
| 04.06.2024 | SARS announces 2024 tax return auto-assessment dates | Brace for the final 2024 SARS tax deadline of the season. Image: File
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has announced the tax return filing dates for individuals for the 2024 tax season.
No need to call
Taxpayers, your tax matters ar... |
| 27.05.2024 | SARS demand R37 MILLION/ 13 luxury cars from MaMkhize! ex-Chiefs star involved | Business mogul Shauwn Mkhize. Image from Instagram/@kwa_mammkhize
MaMkhize is in hot water with SARS over a wide array of legal disputes involving former Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns players.
EX- AMAKHOSI AND SUNDOWNS PLAYERS INVOLVE... |
| 15.05.2024 | WATCH: Cyril Ramaphosa signs National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill into law | President Cyril Ramaphosa will sign the NHI Bill into law on Wednesday, 15 May. Image: Pixabay.
President Cyril Ramaphosa on Wednesday signed the controversial National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill into law at the Union Buildings in Pretoria... |
| 10.05.2024 | Watch out for these SARS scams | Read this to avoid SARS scams.
Photo: @sarstax / Twitter and Stock Image/ Pixabay
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has warned that several new scams are doing the rounds. Watch out for these new ways scammers are out to get you.
Wha... |
| 06.05.2024 | Commission applauds integrity and bravery of officials at Beitbridge port | Beitbridge port of entry, a number of travellers being processed by BMA
officials. Image: X/BMA
Officials from the South African Revenue Service (SARS) and the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) at the Beitbridge port of entry have ... |
| 01.05.2024 | Mbeki vs. Zuma: A Battle of Deception | Thabo Mbeki condemns Jacob Zuma as a deceitful figure, accusing him of being a "wolf in sheep's clothing" and aligning with apartheid agents within the ANC. Mbeki's criticism stems from Zuma's alleged role in destabilizing SARS an... |
| 01.05.2024 | Mbeki reflects on 30 Years of freedom: Brands Zuma as deceptive | Mbeki reflects on 30 years of freedom, condemning Zuma as a deceitful figure hidden behind a façade of innocence.Image via Instagram @thabombekifoundation
Former President Thabo Mbeki once more criticises his successor, Jacob Zuma, describi... |
| 04.04.2024 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Thursday, 4 April | Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula. Images: DIRCO and Flickr.
We’ve got all the latest news stories and headlines in South Africa you really need to know on Thursday, 4 April.
This comes as she was due to either hand herself over to police or be arres... |
| 03.04.2024 | A secret vehicle tax in South Africa has just been increased | Brace for increased to this hidden, secret vehicle tax in South Africa. Here’s what’s changing. Image: File/Fotor
First, it’s Eskom electricity tariffs, now a secret vehicle tax in South Africa. Sadly, SARS has increased CO2 tax from April ... |
| 03.04.2024 | SARS collects R2 trillion in taxes, R10bn higher than estimated | SARS collected R2 trillion in taxes for the 2023/24 fiscal year. Image: iStock.
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) attributes its record R2 trillion tax collection to compliance efforts.
Compared to the 2022/23 fiscal year, total tax ... |
| 02.04.2024 | SARS rakes in record tax revenues, pays out R414 billion to taxpayers | SARS commissioner Edward Kieswetter. Image: OECDtax/Flickr
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has announced its preliminary revenue collection outcome for the 2023/24 fiscal year.
This brings the collected net amount to R1.741 trillio... |
| 29.03.2024 | Major 2024 SARS tax deadline looms large this Easter | Brace for the final 2024 SARS tax deadline of the season. Image: File
We’re nearly there, but we still need to vault one last 2024 SARS tax deadline before the financial tax year is through. As stipulated on the South African Revenue Servic... |
| 13.03.2024 | WHY the South African tax base needs to expand in 2024 | The South African tax base needs to grow urgently. Image: File
Following February’s budget speech, it’s clear that the South African tax base needs to be urgently expanded. The list of factors throttling the economy may look almost insurmou... |
| 12.03.2024 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Tuesday, 12 March 2024 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Tuesday, 12 March 2024. Image: @DZumaSambudla via X (formerly known as Twitter)
We’ve got the latest news stories and headlines in South Africa on Tuesday, 12 March 2024.
However, according t... |
| 11.03.2024 | 6 ANC comrades aren’t returning to Parliament, reveals Mbalula | ANC’s Dr Nkosazana Zuma is one of the MPs who won’t be returning to Parliament after the elections in May 2024. Image: SABC News
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has announced that some of its senior leaders, who have served the party f... |
| 28.02.2024 | SARS launches legal action against Sasfin Bank | SARS takes legal action against Sasfin Bank over tax invasion. Image: SA News
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has initiated decisive legal action against Sasfin Bank, alleging the facilitation of an unlawful scheme resulting in sig... |
| 05.02.2024 | Relocating from SA? Here’s how to take your money with you | Coins and a calculator. Image by Pexels/Breakingpic
With South Africa’s current economic environment, many people are considering relocating. Finances could be quite tricky to navigate.
Taxpayers can keep assets in South Africa. These will ... |
| 29.01.2024 | Taxpayers to finance the NHI | Table with ampoules and syringes in a clinic. Image by Pexels/cottonbro studio
The Department of Health confirmed that government will cut medical aid tax credits in South Africa. This is to fund the National Health Insurance (NHI).
Thus, s... |
| 09.01.2024 | SARS publishes Tax Statistics for 2023: R2.07 trillion collected | National Treasury and the South African Revenue Service (SARS) have jointly published the 16th annual edition of the Tax Statistics. Photo: Wikimedia Commons
National Treasury and the South African Revenue Service (SARS) have jointly publis... |
| 09.01.2024 | ‘Artwork’ drugs seized at OR Tambo Airport in box headed for New Zealand | Customs officers of the South African Revenue Service (SARS) seized 23kg of narcotics disguised as moulded artwork. Photo: SARS website
Customs officers of the South African Revenue Service (SARS) seized 23kg of narcotics disguised as mould... |
| 08.01.2024 | Cryptocurrencies and exchange control: what the law says | Have cryptocurrencies become a way for wealthy South Africans to move money offshore and get around South Africa’s strict exchange control regulations?
Uncertainty over the country’s socioeconomic and political outlook has concerned South A... |
| 29.12.2023 | Leaving SA? Clear with SARS first | Tax documents on a table. Image by Pexels/Nataliya Vaitkevich
Emigrating requires a carefully thought-out exit strategy and a well-structured plan to ensure a smooth transition.
HOW TO CUT TIES WITH SARS
If you go through the process of cea... |
| 15.12.2023 | SARS initiates new VAT vendor auto assessments for 2023/2024 | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has confirmed that the start of the 2023 tax season will be Friday, 7 July at 20:00. Image: iStock images
Of huge importance for VAT vendors, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has launched new... |
| 22.11.2023 | Changes to NSFAS for 2024: LESS complication for students | Big changes to NSFAS for 2024. Here’s what you need to know. Picture: File/Fotor.
Here are all the changes to NSFAS for 2024, as explained during the Minister for Higher Education’s briefing. Applications for the National Student Financial ... |
| 12.10.2023 | Sars moves on syndicate that ‘made load shedding worse’ | The South African Revenue Service (Sars) has led a intergovernmental search-and-seize operation across five provinces aimed at breaking the back of a “sophisticated” criminal syndicate of coal smugglers.
The tax authority said in a statemen... |
| 18.08.2023 | FAQ: What can you do if you need tax relief from SARS? | Tax relief from SARS Picture: File.
The 2023 tax season started on 7 July 2023, and the deadline to file your return is October 23 2023 for individual taxpayers. But if you’re worried about submitting and are putting it off because you thin... |
| 15.08.2023 | What’s new with SARS eFiling this tax season? | Here’s why you should file a tax return through SARS eFiling. Picture: File.
The 2023 SARS eFiling season started on 7 July 2023, and the deadline to file is October 23 2023 for individual taxpayers. Unless you’ve already submitted your tax... |
| 14.08.2023 | Spaza shops: Can my spaza give credit (and other questions)? | Spaza shops
Image by Pexels
Research shows more than 150, 000 informal shops in South Africa. Informal traders are a big part of South Africa’s economy, and most neighborhoods have several spaza shops selling basics like snacks, airtime, or... |
| 13.08.2023 | Meat king Jabulani ‘Mjay’ Zama has died | Meat king Jabulani “Mjay” Nzama has died Photos: Twitter/@Am_Blujay Facebook
Meat king Jabulani “Mjay” Zama, who owns one of the most popular Shisa Nyamas in South Africa, has died.
ALSO READ: Waiter gets TIP of almost R20 000 at Cape Town ... |
| 08.08.2023 | SARS eFiling issues: Here’s what you do to fix the problem | SARS is reporting unexpected eFiling issues, with certain taxpayers unable to upload supporting documents onto its system. Picture: File.
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is reporting that certain taxpayers are suffering eFiling iss... |
| 07.08.2023 | 5 ways to file your income tax return | 5 ways to file your income tax return. Picture: File.
The 2023 tax season started on 7 July 2023, and the deadline to file your income tax return is October 23 2023 for individual taxpayers. If you’re unsure how to file your income tax retu... |
| 03.08.2023 | UPDATED: Where you’ll find SARS mobile tax units for August | Here’s the list of updated SARS mobile tax units for August. Picture: File.
The 2023 tax season kicked off on July 7 2023, with the deadline for submissions by individual taxpayers closing on October 23 2023. South Africans who want in-pers... |
| 27.07.2023 | Important changes to SARS payment procedure | SARS payment procedure has been amended. Picture: File.
Amendments to the SARS payment procedure for money owed came into effect on Monday 24 July. The long and the short of it is, cash deposits will no longer be accepted for external payme... |
| 25.07.2023 | FAQ: How to change your SARS eFiling username and password | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has confirmed that the start of the 2023 tax season will be Friday, 7 July at 20:00. Image: iStock images
The 2023 tax season has been open for nearly a month now (since July 7) and filing for indivi... |
| 24.07.2023 | Every Important complaints hotline in South Africa | Here’s (Almost) Every Important Complaints Hotline in South Africa
Image by Pexels
It’s your right to complain if you aren’t happy with a product or service in South Africa.
Eskom is responsible for electricity supply and maintenance. Outag... |
| 24.07.2023 | 4 EASY ways to reduce your tax contribution | 4 EASY ways to reduce your tax contribution. Illustration: Pixabay
Filing for the 2023 tax season has been open for nearly a month now. You, like many South African taxpayers, are probably looking into ways to reduce your tax contribution f... |
| 10.07.2023 | Need tax return HELP? Here’s where you’ll find all SARS mobile tax units | SARS mobile tax units are now on hand to assist South Africans with tax return help. Picture: African News Agency.
The 2023 tax season kicked off last Friday (July 7 2023), and for South Africans who need tax return help, SARS has now deplo... |
| 09.07.2023 | Here are FIVE things you should know about SARS efiling | Here are FIVE things you should know about SARS efiling Photos: Stock/Canva
TAX season is open, and here are five things you should know before you submit your tax returns:
The experts at Taxtim warn, however, that you DO NOT have to accept... |
| 08.07.2023 | 2023 Filing is OPEN: Here are 8 tips to help with your tax return | Image via Adobe Stock
The 2023 tax season started last night (7 July 2023) at 20h00 and filing your annual tax return has become far less complicated that it used to be. Nevertheless, with the help of Legal & Tax, we decided to compile ... |
| 07.07.2023 | Tax season 2023 starts TODAY. Here are all the changes to eFiling you need to know about | The South African Revenue Service has confirmed that the 2023 tax season will start on Friday, 7 July at 20:00. Your FAQs answered. Picture: Pixaby.
Tax season 2023 starts this evening (Friday July 7) at 20h00. Individual taxpayers have unt... |
| 07.07.2023 | It is TAX season! Here are FIVE things you should know | It is TAX season! Here are FIVE things you should know Photos: Stock/Canva
It is TAX season, and here are five things you should know before you submit your tax returns:
The experts at Taxtim warn, however, that you DO NOT have to accept a ... |
| 06.07.2023 | SARS tax questions answered: How to check if you have been auto-assessed | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has announced that the start of this year’s tax season will be Friday, 7 July at 20:00. Image: AdobeStock
The 2023 tax season, as confirmed by the South African Revenue Service (SARS), will start on ... |
| 06.07.2023 | REMINDER: 2023 tax season begins tomorrow. Are you ready? | Image via Adobe Stock
The 2023 tax season starts at 20h00 on Friday July 7 2023, and runs to 23 October 2023, for individual taxpayers. And 24 January 2024, for provisional taxpayers.
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| 05.07.2023 | Good news: TAX RELIEF is at hand for embattled taxpayers in 2023 | Good news. Tax relief is on the way from SARS for non-compliant taxpayers. Picture: FIle.
With 2023 tax filing kicking off in two days’ time, on Friday July 7 2023, SARS says much-needed tax relief is at hand for certain non-compliant taxpa... |
