BAS Accountants and Tax Consultants

03/09/2026

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has hit a taxpayer with a R3.6 million tax bill, including a R2 million penalty for fraudulent tax return filings.

The penalty was imposed at 150%, with SARS categorising the conduct as intentional tax evasion.

SARS has hit a taxpayer with a R3.6 million tax bill, including a R2 million penalty for fraudulent tax return filings.

01/09/2026

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is taking a tougher and more strategic approach to tax disputes, with the taxman now winning 83% of court cases.

SARS is taking a tougher and more strategic approach to tax disputes, with the taxman now winning 83% of court cases.

01/09/2026

Data has shown that South Africans turning to friends and family for tax advice is one of the leading causes of non-compliance.

Tax Consulting SA has warned that turning to friends and family for tax help can land you in trouble with SARS.

21/08/2026

The Amendment Act makes various changes to South Africa’s tax laws, including the Income Tax Act, VAT Act and Acts governing tax incentives.

The National Treasury has put the Taxation Laws Amendment Act of 2024 into effect.

21/08/2026

A recent High Court judgment has clarified that SARS can reopen tax assessments older than three years if it proves fraud, misrepresentation, or non-disclosure by the taxpayer.

SARS recently clarified that it can reopen tax assessments that are older than three years, if needed.

13/08/2026

Did you know?

Continued Professional Development represents ongoing post-qualification development aimed at refreshing, updating, and developing the knowledge and skills of professionals.

Our registered, professional accountants are required to complete 40 hours of CPD per calendar year.

Conversations with Caryn & Carmen | 2026 Webinar Series

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05/08/2026

The National Treasury and the South African Revenue Service (SARS) have published the 2026 Draft Taxation Laws Amendment Bill (TLAB) and the 2026 Draft Tax Administration Laws Amendment Bill (TALAB) for public comment.

The National Treasury and SARS have published the 2026 draft tax amendment laws.

05/08/2026

August deadlines reminder!

04/08/2026

04/08/2026