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Short newsletters on the SARS rulings, deadlines and law changes that actually affect South African business owners.

SARS diesel refund registration is changing Diesel refund registration is moving off VAT onto its own system on eFiling. Existing users must register again — it is not automatic. Read → Strong cash flow, smart decisions Cash flow is the lifeblood of every business. How budgeting, forecasting and working capital keep yours healthy, and what poor cash flow costs. Read → B-BBEE registration and ratings More than a certificate — a competitive advantage. Why your B-BBEE level wins tenders, and what each of the eight levels is worth. Read → A Letter of Good Standing is more than a document Your proof of compliance with the Compensation Fund — why tenders and clients ask for it, and how to keep your status in good standing. Read → Don't just accept your auto-assessment SARS is issuing over 6 million auto-assessments this July — but experts are warning taxpayers not to simply accept them without a thorough review first. Read → SARS 2026 filing season is here The 2026 SARS Filing Season has officially launched. Know your category, know your deadline — and act before SARS acts for you. Read → Declare online before you cross the border From 1 July 2026 everyone entering or leaving South Africa must declare online before travelling — and foreign-registered vehicles must be declared since 1 June. Read → SARS tightens payroll compliance scrutiny Under newly appointed Commissioner Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu, employers should expect a more disciplined and data-driven approach to payroll. Read → Accountants can now represent you in Tax Court The SCA has handed SARS a significant legal setback — accountants, auditors and tax practitioners are now confirmed as valid representatives in Tax Court proceedings. Read → SARS tightens enforcement against directors SARS is now holding company directors personally liable for unpaid company tax debt — and the stakes have never been higher. Read →

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