25/02/2026
πΏπ¦ 2026 Budget Speech Update
Key Tax Changes for the 2027 Tax Year
(Effective 1 March 2026 β 28 February 2027)
On 25 February 2026, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered the National Budget Speech, outlining important tax changes that will affect individuals and businesses in the 2027 tax year.
Hereβs a clear summary of what you need to know:
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Personal Income Tax Relief
Tax brackets and rebates fully adjusted for inflation
This reduces bracket creep and provides relief to taxpayers.
Medical tax credits increased
Primary member: R376 (up from R364)
Additional dependants: R254 (up from R246)
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Savings & Retirement Incentives
Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) annual limit increased
From R36 000 β R46 000
Retirement fund contribution deduction limit increased
From R350 000 β R430 000
These changes encourage long-term savings and retirement planning.
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VAT & Small Business Relief
VAT compulsory registration threshold increased
From R1 million β R2.3 million
Adjustments to the turnover tax regime to ease compliance for small businesses.
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Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Relief
Primary residence exclusion increased
From R2 million β R3 million
Annual CGT exclusion increased
From R40 000 β R50 000
Small business CGT exemption increased
From R1.8 million β R2.7 million
Donations tax exemption increased
From R100 000 β R150 000
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Excise & Fuel Levies
Inflation-linked increases on alcohol and to***co excise duties.
Adjustments to fuel and carbon levies from 1 April 2026.
π« No Major Tax Hikes
A previously proposed R20 billion tax increase was withdrawn, meaning no VAT rate increase or major broad-based tax hikes were introduced.
π What This Means for You
β More relief through inflation adjustments
β Higher savings and retirement contribution limits
β Reduced compliance burden for small businesses
β Moderate increases in indirect taxes
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