The requirements for a registered office of a company
One aspect that is often not considered in great detail during the formation and registration of a juristic person in South Africa is its registered office, also often referred to as its registered address. Parties often opt to use a convenient location as a company’s registered address and do not give it sufficient consideration when […]
When to register your business for VAT
There’s a compulsory threshold, but there may be advantages to voluntary registration. Value-added Tax (VAT) registration is a crucial obligation for businesses operating in South Africa. Knowing when to register for VAT is essential to comply with tax laws and avoid penalties. This article discusses the circumstances under which businesses must register for VAT in […]
Addressing FATF greylisting: Changes to trust and PBOs reporting requirements in South Africa
The increased scrutiny of trusts and PBOs as a response to combating money laundering and terrorist financing South Africa’s tax landscape is undergoing significant changes regarding trust reporting requirements, spurred by the recent greylisting of the country by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has implemented new regulations that […]
How FATF ‘greylisting’ will impact SA business
SA companies will need to respond quickly to mitigate the risks stemming from this development Global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), has placed South Africa on its so-called ‘grey’ list, adding South Africa to a group of jurisdictions under increased FATF monitoring and meaning that the country has […]
How a data-driven culture can transform your business
In today’s digital era, data has become an essential resource for businesses to grow and thrive in a competitive market. But not all companies are taking advantage of this opportunity. In fact, many organisations are still struggling to understand how they can benefit from their data assets and use them effectively to improve their performance. […]