Buitelandse Valuta-toelaes
Belangrike opdatering vir Suid-Afrikaanse individue wat buitelandse oordragte en beleggings beplan Suid-Afrikaanse inwoners het toegang tot jaarlikse buitelandse valuta-toelaes wat gebruik kan word vir internasionale betalings, buitelandse beleggings, reis, geskenke, studieverwante uitgawes en ander goedgekeurde doeleindes. Die jongste 2026-opdaterings maak dit belangrik om vooruit te beplan, die perke te verstaan, en die korrekte ondersteunende dokumente […]
Bitcoin Now Classified as Capital and Money
Key legal development A recent Gauteng High Court judgment has held that Bitcoin constitutes both “money” and “capital” for purposes of South African exchange control law. This marks an important development in the treatment of crypto assets and cross-border transactions. Why this matters The ruling strengthens the South African Reserve Bank’s position that transferring Bitcoin […]
2026 Belasting seisoen – Belangrike Datums
Die Suid-Afrikaanse Inkomstediens het die belangrikste indieningsdatum vir die 2026 inkomstebelasting-indienings seisoen bevestig. Belastingbetaler kategorie Indienings periode of sperdatum Outomatiese aanslag belastingbetalers 1 Julie 2026 tot 12 Julie 2026 Nie-voorlopige individuele belastingbetalers 13 Julie 2026 tot 23 Oktober 2026 Voorlopige belastingbetalers 13 Julie 2026 tot 22 Januarie 2027 Trusts 13 Julie 2026 tot 22 Januarie […]
Choosing the Right Company Structure in 2026
When you launch or restructure a business in South Africa, most SMEs and investors choose between three options: a private company (Pty Ltd), a trust, or a hybrid structure, which combines the two. This decision determines how your business is taxed, how risk is managed, and how easily you can raise funding or scale. With […]
The Name You’ve Built, the Rules That Protect It: Navigating CIPC Name Disputes
For most business owners, your company name is far more than a formality. It is how your market recognises you. It reflects your work, your relationships, and the trust you have built with your clients. The question is: what happens when another business starts trading under a name that looks or sounds like yours? This […]
The R2.3 Million Threshold: A New Era for Small Business Growth
For the first time in 17 years, the goalposts for small businesses in South Africa have shifted. As of 1 April 2026, the compulsory VAT registration threshold has increased from R1 million to R2.3 million. This change finally acknowledges how much the cost of doing business has increased since 2009. While this may feel like […]
Review Your Medical Aid and Secure the Right Cover for 2026
Every year between October and December, South African medical schemes release their premium increases and adjust their benefit structures for the coming year. While these announcements may seem routine, they can have a serious impact on both your health and your finances. Ignoring them often means paying more for less or realising too late that […]
Is Your Business Paying the Price for Not Investing in the Right Technology?
Financial operations form the backbone of every organisation, but when the technology that supports them is outdated, the ripple effect can be damaging. Slow systems increase turnaround times, manual errors create compliance risks, and poor integration can lead to inconsistent reporting. The cost of “making do” with old systems is often invisible until it shows […]
How to Register Your Business in South Africa: A Step-by-Step Guide
Registering a business in South Africa is essential to ensure your company operates legally and complies with local regulations. The process can be straightforward if you follow the proper steps. Here’s a guide to help you through the registration process. Step 1: Choose Your Business Structure The first decision you’ll need to make is the […]
A Couple’s Guide to Managing Your Finances
Seven simple tips for positively managing your finances together with your partner. The subject of ‘finances’ may seem as though it’s the antithesis of romance, since we all know that financial problems can act to the detriment of relationships However, working to manage your finances effectively together is often vital to building and maintaining a […]