15% global minimum tax (gmt) goes live at sars
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15% Global Minimum Tax (GMT) Goes Live at SARS

The global minimum tax (GMT) – called an “agreement that will really change the world” – will be implemented in South Africa by SARS in 2026/27. While it may not impact your business directly, it should ultimately reduce your share of the tax burden by ensuring all multinational enterprises (MNEs) contribute their fair share of local taxes. SARS is actively preparing and the GMT registration and notification functionality on the eFiling platform went live on 16 March 2026. Find out here why specialist advice will be ever more important for local and global taxpayers in South Africa.
new vat thresholds thinking of deregistering
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New VAT Thresholds: Thinking of Deregistering

The recent increases in the compulsory VAT registration threshold to R2.3 million and in the voluntary registration threshold to R120,000 are widely welcomed. It will certainly ease the administrative burden on small businesses and the strain on their cash flow. Businesses that do not exceed the higher threshold on 1 April 2026 may apply to deregister for VAT. But be certain to rely on our expertise when making this decision, as it’s fraught with potentially costly consequences.
budget 2026 what it means for you and your business
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Budget 2026: What it Means for You and Your Business

Taxpayers will enjoy long-awaited tax relief with much good news contained in the 2026 Budget. It scrapped the previously announced R20 billion in tax increases, and instead provides relief for taxpayers, assists small businesses and encourages savings by adjusting various tax brackets, caps and limits. There is also real optimism about the country’s economic growth prospects. So much so that Budget 2026 has been called a fiscal turning point for SA, as important milestones are achieved. Read more good news from the Budget here…
surviving trust tax season 2025 – and beyond
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Surviving Trust Tax Season 2025 – And Beyond

“Trustees remain accountable for all tax matters of a trust, regardless of the economic activity of the trust.” (SARS) The official trust filing season for the 2025 year of assessment is now open for both provisional and non-provisional…
top complaints against sars – and how we help you avoid them
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Top Complaints Against SARS – And How We Help You Avoid Them

The most common complaints against SARS (unsurprisingly, delayed refunds are at Number 1) are referred to as ‘systemic issues’ because they impact so many taxpayers. We don’t just apply our expertise to help you avoid known systemic issues in your routine SARS interactions. We are also ready to fast-track the resolution of systemic issue complaints through the Office of the Tax Ombud.
sars’ crypto crackdown intensifies with dedicated crypto unit
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SARS’ Crypto Crackdown Intensifies

Did you know that tax is payable on crypto asset transactions? SARS has intensified its focus on crypto asset trading recently, significantly improving its capacity to detect crypto activity and non-compliance with advanced analytics, extensive data-sharing arrangements with crypto exchanges, and a dedicated Crypto Asset Unit. If you have crypto and have not declared it, our expertise and experience will prove invaluable.
busting the accounting myths that are burying your business
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Busting the Accounting Myths That are Burying Your Business

Accounting isn’t just something to worry about during tax season. It’s the engine room of every decision you make, from whether you can hire, to when you should scale. Sadly, far too many businesses still cling onto accounting myths that affect every decision they make. These aren’t dramatic mistakes. They’re assumptions picked up over time that feel right but hold you back. It’s time to clear them out – and start seeing your business the way it really is.
how funding budget 3.0 will impact you project amabillions
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How Funding Budget 3.0Will Impact You: Project AmaBillions

The scrapping of the proposed VAT increase in Budget 3.0 resulted in a budget shortfall, necessitating alternative sources of funding. One of these is the increased collection of outstanding tax debt. It’s a challenge SARS has accepted, Treasury has financed with an additional R4 billion in funding, and the media is touting as “Project AmaBillions”. This is how it will affect you – and how we can assist.
tax avoidance vs tax evasion toeing the line
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Tax Avoidance vs Tax Evasion: Toeing the Line

There’s a thin line between tax avoidance, which is legal, and tax evasion, which is a tax crime. Every taxpayer, corporate or individual, has the right and duty to ensure they don’t pay any more tax than what is legally required – but tax evasion can result in hefty penalties and even jail time. In this article we establish where the line is, and why it is best navigated with the help of your accountant.
Closing the Gap using building blocks.
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Mind The Tax Gap! Here’s How…

Increased funding allocated in Budget 2025 will enable SARS to zoom in on an estimated R800 billion in unpaid taxes in South Africa, including a substantial so-called “tax gap” of uncollected taxes. For taxpayers, this means more scrutiny, enquiries, verifications, and audits – and more stringent debt collection measures. Here's how we can help you mind the “tax gap” by maintaining complete compliance and taking immediate action if your tax affairs become the subject of SARS’ scrutiny.