Other Briefs
A foreign buyer’s guide to securing a mortgage in South Africa: Understanding the 50% borrowing rule and when a foreigner can borrow more
8th January 2026 As an international buyer, you qualify for a mortgage in South Africa when buying your dream home. However, the law explicitly determines how much... →
Sars’ undisputed tax debts hits a record high of almost R489-billion!
7th January 2026 The most recent Sars Debt Collection Data, as at 18 December 2025, evidences the fruit borne from Sars’ Compliance initiatives, with a total of... →
An Olive Branch in the Kingdom of Tax: Triumph Over Trust Debts
5th January 2026 In the sprawling kingdom of South African finance, trusts and their advisors navigate mist-shrouded paths of compliance, wary of penalties,... →
South Africa Commits to Strict Visa Turnaround Times: A Step Toward Transparency, but Long Delays Remain a Concern
5th January 2026 In a welcome move, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has formally committed to setting turnaround times for visa and permit-related services,... →
A December Reminder from SARS - and a Clear Message on Trust Compliance
5th January 2026 On 15 December 2025, the South African Revenue Service (Sars) issued a media release reminding trustees and provisional taxpayers of the trust and... →
A December Reminder from SARS - and a Clear Message on Trust Compliance
18th December 2025 On 15 December 2025, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) issued a media release reminding trustees and provisional taxpayers of the trust and... →
Sars and IDAC team-up: A landmark conviction — and a message to fraudsters everywhere
11th December 2025 In a hard-hitting joint media statement released on 9 December 2025, the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC), in collaboration with... →
Sars’ new guidance sends warning to young South Africans making use of trusts
10th December 2025 On 26 November 2025, South African Revenue Service (Sars) released a draft Interpretation Note on section 7C of the Income Tax Act, No. 58 of 1962,... →
