‘One wants to reserve opinion on this’ – Sars commissioner on Phala Phala saga
'I'm not at liberty at this point to discuss any taxpayer matter that goes beyond those periods because then I'll be violating the confidentiality provisions.'
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'I'm not at liberty at this point to discuss any taxpayer matter that goes beyond those periods because then I'll be violating the confidentiality provisions.'
Report reveals that municipalities fail to hold individuals accountable for financial misconduct.
'Every rand spent on compliance bureaucracy is a rand not spent on actual service delivery.'
All part of Sars's efforts to broaden the tax base.
The group's operations are designed around delivering practical solutions to market needs, with a focus on operational services, project-based execution, and scalable business models.
It has been estimated the RAF has about R500 billion in unqualified contingencies.
Cadre deployment isn't necessarily the problem - having political affiliation as the only criterion when making appointments is
Some of the 67 references listed at the bottom of the draft policy either don't exist or refer to articles that were not published in recognised journals.
Volkswagen is a brand that fits every stage of life
Sars's argument based on 'conflated interpretation' of the act.
Government upbeat that stronger policy credibility has boosted investor confidence in South Africa.
'The SARB will pursue its new 3% inflation target, but if the war ends relatively soon, the bank may not have to hike interest rates.'
Nearly 80% of 7.8 million who are idle despite actively searching for work every week have been unemployed for more than a year.
And filing periods are creeping forward, requiring earlier action.
Telemarketers are prohibited from marketing to any consumer who has registered a block.
Ratepayers say recent property valuation hikes and draft tariffs are (again) presenting increases 'well above' inflation.
Minority of the respondents rely on e-hailing as their primary source of income.
Clarifies 'possession' of mining rights in long-standing taxpayer dispute with Sars.
Says opposition to it is partly 'ideological, economic, and rooted in privilege'.
Legislative amendment narrows the bona fide 'inadvertent error' defence route.
The Agulhas lighthouse precinct is located at the southernmost tip of Africa.
Crackdown on corruption within its ranks continues.
The South African government is spending more and more money on interest, without reducing the debt.
Data revealed that the slight improvement mostly reflects ongoing supply disruptions, not stronger demand.
Makhubu has held the position of deputy commissioner since 2023.
The tax agency invested in developing its cleaning staff. Today, 70 are customs officers, 29 are service consultants and 68 are artisans.
The reduction in the fuel levy will see R6 billion lost in tax revenue
Economic shocks, such as fuel price hikes or electricity tariff increases, may be felt immediately by consumers.
'So the cynic would say that these investment conferences are nice for good vibes but if you really want to increase investment, start with some service delivery.'
There are at least 100 billion cigarettes consumed worldwide from the black market, with majority being consumed in SA.