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New Immigration Regulations: Exemption from taxation still on the cards for foreigners
24th May 2024 Following the backlash from the tax fraternity in response to the controversial Immigration Regulations which were published (and subsequently... →
Important considerations for insurers during election season
24th May 2024 The imminent general election in South Africa presents increased risks for the non-life insurance industry. As seen in recent years, elevated... →
On the road to a cashless society – SARB digital payments roadmap
24th May 2024 On 18 April 2024, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) published its digital payments roadmap. The document entitled Digital Payments Roadmap:... →
Financial Sector Regulation and the Prudential Authority published Joint Standard 2 of 2024 on cybersecurity and cyber resilience requirements
23rd May 2024 The Joint Standard 2 of 2024 (Joint Standard) applies to all financial institutions as defined in the Joint Standard. It sets out the requirements... →
Strategic structuring: The keystone of startup success
23rd May 2024 In the fast-paced world of startups, particularly those breaking new ground, the excitement of innovation and market disruption often takes centre... →
POPIA - Caution to political parties and independent candidates regarding the misuse of voter personal data
22nd May 2024 As a result of recent changes to electoral legislation that allow independent candidates to stand and campaign for elections, and due to the... →
Round Two - Minister of the Department of Home Affairs gazette new Immigration Regulations: A closer look at the changes
22nd May 2024 On the 20th of May 2024, the Minister of Home Affairs Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi (“the Minister”), Gazetted a new set of Immigration Regulations. The... →
SARS eFiling false alarm – No need for a return to South Africa
22nd May 2024 We have noted incorrect media coverage around South Africans abroad, which notes that to comply with “new” SARS obligations you need to be... →
"I did it" – LAC confirms the law on employee confessions
21st May 2024 In the matter of Brauns and Others v Wilkes N.O and Others, the Labour Appeal Court (LAC) dismissed an appeal by former employees of the South... →
The high stakes of South African expat retirement planning
21st May 2024 While planning and packing to move abroad may seem simple, many expatriates often wonder about what will happen to the fortune of their accumulated... →
