by Simone | Jun 1, 2026 | SARS, Tax
Reading Time: 5 minutes SARS has officially outlined the rules for the 2026 tax season, including important filing deadlines and updated guidance on which taxpayers are required to submit income tax returns. While many taxpayers will still need to file returns, SARS...
by Simone | Apr 22, 2026 | SARS
Reading Time: 3 minutes Why the first objection matters When taxpayers disagree with an assessment issued by SARS, the instinct tends towards lodging an objection quickly and dealing with the finer details later. A recent Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) judgment...
by Simone | Apr 6, 2026 | SARS
Reading Time: 4 minutes Understanding SARS’ Crypto Asset Reporting Framework The South African Revenue Service (SARS) recently implemented the Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF), effective from 1 March 2026. The announcement has created uncertainty among...
by Simone | Mar 25, 2026 | SARS
Reading Time: 5 minutes The End of Leniency for Trust Non-Compliance For many years, trust compliance in South Africa operated in an environment of inconsistent SARS enforcement. Late filings were often met with warnings or discretionary penalties, but that era has...
by Simone | Mar 11, 2026 | SARS
Reading Time: 5 minutes Beneficial Ownership Reporting Is Not a Formality Since May 2023, all companies and close corporations in South Africa have been required to submit Beneficial Ownership information to the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission. For many...
by Simone | Mar 4, 2026 | SARS
Reading Time: 5 minutes The End of Period-based VAT Compliance SARS is accelerating its VAT Modernisation Project, signalling a decisive shift toward real time data transmission, automation and enhanced transparency. This development forms part of a broader digital...
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