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SARS Latest Update - SARS Introduces Dedicated Relationship Manager for High Wealth Individuals
14th August 2024 The South African Revenue Service has introduced a new initiative for High Wealth Individuals (HWI) by sending out to each of these taxpayers an... →
Baker McKenzie Strengthens Global Disputes Capabilities with Triple Hire in Johannesburg
14th August 2024 Baker McKenzie today announces the further expansion of its global Disputes practice with the addition of Michelle Porter-Wright and Rebecca... →
Sour Lessons from the “Lemon Juice” Case: How to Sweeten Fair Dismissal Practices for Employers
13th August 2024 The Labour Court of South Africa recently delivered an interesting judgment on 29 April 2024, in the case of SACCAWU obo Dlamini v Commission for... →
Empowering women: Society has come a long way, but there’s more to be done
13th August 2024 On this Women’s Day 2024, Sabinet celebrates the resilience, strength, and brilliance of every woman who dares to dream and achieves the... →
SARS Non-Residency Verification Risk For Expats Filing 2024 Tax Returns
13th August 2024 As a South African living abroad, you might assume that your tax affairs are in order. However, recent changes by the South African Revenue Service... →
Proposed Public Officer Appointment Amendment for South African Companies
12th August 2024 On 1 August 2024 National Treasury issued the 2024 Draft Tax Administration Laws Amendment Bill. Included in the draft Bill are proposed amendments... →
South Africa's ‘Digital nomad visa’ – Take two
12th August 2024 Foreign remote workers who may have begun packing their suitcases for work stints in South Africa following the publication of the amendments to... →
Herbert Smith Freehills hires leading project finance lawyer as a partner in Johannesburg
8th August 2024 Leading international law firm Herbert Smith Freehills has hired Patrick Hirsch as a partner in the Projects, Energy, and Infrastructure (PEI) team... →
Is a section 189(3) notice always required for a retrenchment to be considered fair?
8th August 2024 In a retrenchment process, a section 189(3) notice is often regarded as the vital first step. It serves as an invitation to consult on proposed... →
Ensuring a lasting legacy this Women’s Month
8th August 2024 Women are taking charge of their lives and careers, and as a result also their legacies. The professional success of increasing numbers of women is... →