E-tolls decision by October? Don’t hold your breath, according to OUTA
Cabinet will announce its decision on the future of e-tolls as a funding mechanism for Gauteng freeways in October this year.
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3 paths to boosting pension contributions
Recent changes to pension laws have synchronised the tax benefits and withdrawal limits at retirement for pension and provident funds.
New Climate Change Bill a ‘silent vuvuzela’
The green lobby will applaud the new Climate Change Bill, but in truth it furthers the agenda of those seeking to cling to power.
Beware of broker fees and tax implications – Dawn Ridler
Over the last decade or two, the biggest problem in poor performance has not just been poor asset allocation and adjustment, but unnecessarily high fees.
Changes to the tax rate on annuity income
Before the writing of this article different tax rates were applied by South Africa Revenue Service (SARS) on annuitants with more than one annuity.
Green lobby a danger to mankind – Andrew Kenny
In SA, the green commentators who want to end hydrocarbons are congratulating the ANC government for reducing the petrol price somewhat by lowering its taxes.
Alternative nicotine devices to be taxed at 75% combustibles rate
Chris Axelson told Medical Brief that a flat tax rate on electronic nicotine delivery systems – based on the amount of liquid they contain – has been agreed upon in principle.
Budget 2022: The Executive Summary
Corporate income and profit has been more resilient than anticipated and collection of both personal income tax and VAT above expectations.
In Full: SA Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s 2022 Budget Speech
Taxes in the major revenue generating categories, such as personal income tax, VAT and the general fuel levy weren’t increased.
Regulating for failure – a cautionary tale for SA
There are few similarities between the US state of California and South Africa, but one thing these territories have in common is their hostility to business.