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Treasury has set the clock running on section 42. Investors with concentrated shareholdings have until January 1 to act – or pay the tax…
NHI case shines unflattering light on Cosatu
The trade union's political future may be the only rational explanation for its pig-headed support of the ANC’s NHI dream…
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A bumper dividend and the prospect of an industry doubling in size help explain Sun International’s jubilant market reception…
A rare moment of budget generosity
This year’s budget is the most pro-wealth and pro-growth it has been in years, thanks to higher tax brackets, VAT thresholds and CGT exclusions…
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From getting tough on municipalities to diamond export levies, here are the key numbers and policy changes from South Africa’s 2026 national budget…
Godongwana’s rosiest budget yet – but watch for the sting
Godongwana is getting his first budget tailwind – but bracket creep relief and higher revenue come with a Sars enforcement drive that taxpayers will…
As the tax deadline looms, here’s how to pay less (legally)
Save money before the tax year ends: top up your RA and TFSA, check your Sars profile, and avoid last-minute mistakes that could cost…
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